Accounting Assistant

Wild Rivers; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid sick leave

Complimentary personal admission

Discounted tickets for family and friends

Job summary

A family-friendly park located in Irvine, California, is seeking an Employee Coordinator to manage administrative daily operations including recruiting, onboarding, and training. This role requires strong administrative skills and attention to detail. Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree or relevant experience in accounting. The position offers competitive pay and benefits such as paid sick leave and complimentary admissions. If you are organized, detail-oriented, and enjoy collaborative environments, we invite you to apply.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience, internships acceptable.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing financial records and reports.
• Aid in processing invoices and vendor payments.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or associate's degree in accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

QuickBooks

Job description

EEO Category:Administrative Support Workers

Reports to:Sr. Accounting Analyst, Accountant, Controller

Positions Supervised: N/A

Pay Range:$18.00 - $20.00 per hour

About Us

At Wild Rivers, we are committed to providing an exceptional guest experience. We pride ourselves on being a family-friendly environment that provides innovative service and high-quality standards. Our goal is to leave our guests wanting to come back due to the excellent service they are provided while within our park. Everything we do is designed to help guests be at their best, and they appreciate our supportive attitude and anticipatory service. We are looking for dynamic people who are excited to join the team and ready to jump into any situation to give a helping hand. If you’re someone who is positive, adaptable and intuitive and has a genuine interest in the well‑being of others around you, we invite you to join our team at Wild Rivers Irvine.

Job Summary

The Employee Coordinator role is responsible for employee administrative daily operations such as coordinating and assisting with recruiting, onboarding, hiring, training and employee incentives for our team members while ensuring a warm, welcoming and dependable experience. This role plays a key part in maintaining a reliable, effective and consistent employee environment and requires strong administrative skills, intense attention to detail and the ability to work in an office setting.

Essential Job Functions

• Assist in preparing, reviewing, and maintaining financial records and reports.
• Aid in the processing of invoices, expense reports, and vendor payments.
• Support month‑end and year‑end closing activities.
• Maintain organized filing systems for financial documents (digital and physical).
• Assist with accounts receivable and accounts payable functions.
• Communicate with internal teams regarding billing and payment inquiries.
• Perform data entry and update accounting software with accurate information.

Additional Responsibilities and Requirements

• Assist with development and maintenance of internal controls to safeguard the park’s assets and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Assist with select payroll related reviews and submissions, annual audit preparations and reporting.
• Other duties or special projects as assigned.

Qualifications, Education, and Experience

• Bachelor’s or associate’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field (preferred).
• 1-2 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience (internships acceptable).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Adobe, or similar).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.
• Good communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Desired Skills

• Experience with ERP systems.
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles (GAAP).
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity.

Cognitive and Physical Demands

• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize deadlines, and maintain accuracy in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail for reviewing financial data, reconciling reports, and ensuring compliance.
• Capacity to communicate effectively with team members, leadership, and external contacts regarding financial and operational matters.
• Ability to sit for extended periods while performing computer‑based tasks, with occasional light lifting of files or office materials.

Working Conditions

• Primarily office‑based with routine use of computers, phones, and other standard office equipment.
• Collaborative work environment involving frequent interaction with internal teams and occasional external contacts.
• Exposure to confidential financial and operational information requiring discretion and professionalism.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive pay
• Paid sick leave
• Accounting certifications (e.g. Microsoft Excel)
• Complimentary personal admission
• Discounted tickets for family and friends
• and more!

Wild Rivers is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit‑based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristic.