Project Accountant

At BCD Meetings & Events (BCD M&E), we provide more than meeting and event planning services: we create connections that inspire, motivate and change behavior for our customers.

As the world’s most trusted and innovative meetings and events agency, BCD M&E cultivates a culture of people, passion and purpose to drive business forward.

Headquartered in Chicago, with locations in 60+ countries across the world, BCD M&E’s team of 2,000+ people are committed to sustainability and driving success for our customers, our business and ourselves.

Our values are at the heart of everything we do, and we look for people that want to be a part of something special, can rise to our standards and love to bring their unique perspective to the table.

While we can’t guarantee every day will be the best (who can?), we can promise a community of people who genuinely care and lead with empathy, a flexible workplace with awesome perks and challenging work that means something.

See what life is about at BCD M&E at bcdme.com/careers At BCD Meetings & Events, we believe the best outcomes come from combining human expertise, innovation and responsible AI.

We're investing in technology and talent to help our teams solve complex challenges, create exceptional experiences, advance more sustainable event practices and deliver stronger outcomes for clients around the world.

AI supports how we work, learn and innovate, but people remain at the center of every decision, including all hiring decisions.

Project Accountant India We are seeking a Project Accountant to join our dynamic team.

This role is responsible for financial reconciliation, data audit, actuals/cost savings/avoidance data capture of all registered meetings, commission collection and 100% return.

Manage card payments (subject to approval, provide reconciliation against Purchaser’s corporate credit cards (long term).

First line payment resource to EO (consultation only).

Your responsibilities: Manage billing reconciliation for hotel and event expenditures.

Provides final review of hotel invoices and reconcile against hotel contracts, meeting specifications and rooming list to ensure accuracy including all discounts, concessions, and credits.

Updates meeting management tool to show final, actual spend, and savings for reporting.

Submits invoice to hotel supplier for commission due tracking lifecycle through payment.

Return 100% of collected commissions to client in given quarter.

Perform audit and file close out procedures within required timeline and ensures data integrity in MMT and documentation.

Reconciliation of credit card payments.

Houses necessary backup and documentation in central repository for auditing purposes.

Support facilitation of card payments with potential reconciliation long term.

First line payment resource to Event Organizer for consult only.

We're looking for you if your profile matches the following: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Hospitality Management, or related discipline.

in financial administration, project accounting, or finance operations in the hospitality, travel, events, or hotel industry.

Working knowledge of invoice processing, taxation, budgeting, and financial reconciliations.

Efficient in Cvent and other Meeting Management Tools.

supporting international stakeholders, preferably in EMEA and APAC regions.

Exposure to event financial management and hotel commission management is preferred.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Organization and time management skills.

THE PERKS Flexible Working We believe that a flexible working environment is key to getting the best out of our teams.

We will support you to work where you need to and when you need to, depending on how you work best.

Room to Grow Our line of work and business structure challenge our people in a way that inspires growth, with learning and development built into every role.

We give individuals ownership over the direction and speed in which they grow.

Everyone has a voice We thrive on conversations that spark curiosity and empathy.

No matter how big or how small, every voice is heard, considered and respected.

Make your move The diversity of roles across BCD M&E’s global locations means that our people often find new adventures during their time with us.

We’ve got you covered Our extensive benefits include comprehensive healthcare, continued education support, diverse work locations, travel and hotel discounts, volunteer and sustainability opportunities and a successful employee recognition program.

We’re positive.

You’ll love it.

It starts from the top.

Our leaders lead with positivity, believe in our people and trust us to do the right thing.

There will always be support along your journey, in little and big ways. #LI-MB1 #LI-EM1 #LI-LZ1 #LI-KW1 #LI-Remote #LI-Hybrid #LI-Onsite