Accountant

John Hall's Alaska Tours and Transportation; Minnesota; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two weeks paid vacation

48 hours personal days

Holidays off

Health insurance

Job summary

John Hall’s Alaska Tours and Transportation seeks a Controller to lead all core accounting functions from its Lake City, MN office. You will oversee the general ledger, AP/AR, bank reconciliations, and month-end close, producing accurate financial statements and forecasts.

The role requires GAAP knowledge, audit coordination, and strong Excel/QuickBooks skills, with HR/payroll coordination experience valued. Join a family-owned, globally active tour company with growth ambitions.

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in general ledger, AP/AR, reconciliations, and financial statement prep.
• Experience with QuickBooks Online, Excel, and MS Office; strong analytical skills.
• Knowledge of GAAP and audits, with experience coordinating with external partners.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in HR-related topics including onboarding and payroll taxes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all core accounting operations, month-end close, and financial reporting.
• Manage general ledger, AP/AR, bank reconciliations, and internal controls.
• Collaborate with executives on budgets, cash flow forecasts, and variance analyses.
• Support audits and coordinate with external tax/accounting partners.

Skills

General ledger management

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Cash flow management

Excel

GAAP

Auditing

Internal controls

Communication

HR/payroll coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Company Description

John Hall’s Alaska is a family-owned tour and travel company specializing in immersive, small-group experiences throughout Alaska and other select destinations. Known for personalized service and attention to detail, the company coordinates and manages all aspects of the guest experience to deliver a truly superior experience — redefining group travel and motorcoach transportation in Alaska, the Midwest and around the world.

While Alaska remains the namesake and cornerstone of operations, years of experience and expertise extends globally through World Adventures Experiences. The organization operates motorcoaches year round, offering custom receptive charter operations and motorcoach transportation in Alaska, through the ‘lower 48’, and even across the globe. From home offices in Alaska and Minnesota, operations leverage extensive tour planning experiences to craft bespoke journeys anywhere, adapting services to each unique location, season and request — receptive, motorcoach charter or package tour.

Role Description

The Controller is a full-time, on-site role based in Lake City, MN, responsible for overseeing all core accounting and financial operations for John Hall’s Alaska. This role manages the general ledger, supervises accounts payable and receivable, and ensures timely month-end and year-end close processes. The Controller prepares financial statements, budgets, cash flow forecasts, and variance analyses to support leadership in decision-making. Day-to-day tasks include monitoring cash flow, all operational revenues and expenses, reconciling bank and credit card accounts, maintaining internal controls, and ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations. The role also includes collaborating with executives for financial reporting.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in core accounting functions, including general ledger management, accounts payable and receivable, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
• Proficiency with accounting software and banking systems, including Quickbooks online, as well as strong skills in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Suite tools.
• Knowledge of GAAP and relevant regulatory requirements, with experience managing audits and working with external tax and accounting partners.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work closely with leadership, operations teams, banking institutions and other financial partnerships.
• Experience in Human Resource related subjects including onboarding, payroll, audits and payroll taxes.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field;
• Prior experience in accounting related position
• Commitment to ethical financial practices and maintaining accurate, timely, and transparent financial records.

Benefits

2 weeks starting Paid Vacation

48 Hours Personal Days

Variety of Paid Holidays Off

Health insurance or health insurance supplements

Simple IRA Match

Salary

Negotiable based on applicant experience and ability to help grow the organization.