Accounting Clerk – Travel Agency

Location: New York, NY
Employment Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Full-Time, Standard Business Hours
Salary: Competitive, Based on Experience
Industry: Travel / Accounting

Job Description

An established travel agency in New York, NY, is seeking a responsible, detail-oriented, and organized Accounting Clerk to join its team.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for handling daily accounting activities, processing airline ticket transactions, preparing ARC reports, and maintaining accurate financial records.

This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while managing multiple accounting responsibilities.

Previous accounting experience is preferred. Familiarity with the travel industry and Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC) reporting is a strong plus.

Key Responsibilities Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Perform daily accounting and bookkeeping duties.

• Prepare and process daily ARC reports.

• Maintain accurate and organized financial records.

• Review financial transactions to ensure accuracy and completeness.

• Assist with account reconciliations and general accounting activities.

• Identify and resolve discrepancies in financial records.

• Maintain organized accounting documentation and transaction reports.

Airline Ticket Transactions

• Process and track airline ticket sales and transactions.

• Handle airline ticket refunds, exchanges, and related adjustments.

• Verify ticket transactions and ensure accurate financial reporting.

• Maintain detailed records of ticket purchases, refunds, and exchanges.

• Review transaction information and resolve discrepancies as needed.

• Coordinate with internal staff regarding ticket-related accounting matters.

Administrative & Recordkeeping Support

• Organize and maintain financial documents and reports.

• Assist with data entry and transaction tracking.

• Ensure accounting records are updated accurately and on time.

• Communicate with team members regarding financial information and outstanding transactions.

• Perform additional accounting and administrative tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• Previous accounting or bookkeeping experience preferred.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

• Ability to work independently and manage daily responsibilities.

• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial recordkeeping.

• Strong computer and data entry skills.

• Good communication and problem-solving abilities.

• Reliable, responsible, and dependable.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling financial information.