Senior Accountant | Lonely Planet
Redventures · Charlotte, NC · Posted Jul 6, 2026
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This role requires a hybrid schedule and will be based in our South Charlotte, NC Headquarters (Tuesday through Thursday) and work fully remotely on Mondays and Fridays each week.
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Red Ventures is currently seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team. This person will be responsible for the financial accounting and analysis for Lonely Planet, one of Red Ventures’ high growth business units within the travel industry. Ideal candidates will possess a fun, positive, energetic attitude and thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment. This position will have an immediate impact on Lonely Planet through collaborative work with multiple cross-functional teams to complete recurring month-end close activities, problem solve, and make process improvements. This position will report to our Fort Mill, SC campus three days per week.
What You’ll Do:
Perform revenue close procedures on-time and in accordance with US GAAP, including revenue and deferred revenue journal entries, account reconciliations, and fluctuation analyses
Prepare a wide variety of monthly balance sheet reconciliations
Participation of recurring month-end close activities
Supplier Invoice and requisitions reviews and approvals for business operations
Monthly Capex/CIP reconciliations
Annual audit support
Assist with monthly reconciliation of AR subledgers to the General Ledger
Assist with accounting process redesign, documentation and automation including implementation of key systems
Preparing monthly financial statements
Provide financial support to business leaders in monthly forecasting and annual operating plan
Prepare ad hoc business case analysis, including financial models and analysis of business trends
Reviewing and analyzing data from external sites
Ensuring adequate financial and internal controls
Preparing presentations for management reviews and quarterly board meetings
Performing financial analyses and special projects as requested
Providing financial data to shareholders as requested
What We’re Looking For:
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and/or Finance
3+ years of relevant experience and demonstrable success as indicated by progressively more responsible roles
Experience with inventory accounting (including raw materials, WIP and Finished Goods) is strongly preferred
Proficiency utilizing financial systems and reporting packages
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products
Knowledge of public company accounting and reporting
Experience with Workday, NetSuite and MySQL, a plus
Experience with mergers, acquisitions and divestitures, a plus
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
Strong attention to detail and problem solving abilities
Good organizational skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Must be a team player
Compensation:
This range reflects total cash compensation, which may include base salary only or base salary plus target bonus, depending on the role. Where eligible, equity may also be offered separately and not included below. Actual compensation varies based on location, experience, and qualifications.
Total Cash Compensation Range: $85,000 - $100,000 per year
Additionally, the following benefits are provided by Red Ventures, subject to eligibility requirements.
Health Insurance Coverage (medical, dental, and vision)
Life Insurance
Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Holiday Pay
401(k) with match
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Parental Bonding Benefit Program
Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO): We believe time to rest and recharge is essential. That’s why we offer a generous and flexible PTO policy. Full-time employees accrue 20 days of PTO for a full calendar year annually, with an increase to 25 days after five years of service.
Who We Are:
Red Ventures is a global portfolio of high-growth companies — spanning several U.S. businesses, a joint venture in the health services industry, and strategic investments in Europe. Their businesses include The Points Guy, Lonely Planet, Bankrate, the Allconnect Platform, RV Home Client Growth, RV Growth Transformation, Sage Home Loans Corporation, and more. Across the portfolio, Red Ventures businesses deliver seamless digital experiences for consumers, help Fortune 100 clients solve large-scale digital growth challenges, and create world-class experiences and opportunities for employees. Learn more at redventures.com and follow @RedVentures on LinkedIn and Instagram.
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