Accounting Associate

Great Wolf Lodge; Perryville (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Wolf Lodge is seeking an Accounting Associate to perform general accounting duties across General Ledger, Procurement, Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, Cash and Controls. The role supports the Lodge Director of Finance in preparing and maintaining financial records and auditing transactions.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, 1+ years in accounting, strong math and communication skills, data entry experience, and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years accounting or bookkeeping experience.
• Strong basic math and verbal/written communication skills.
• Proficiency with computers, data entry, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Organize, secure, and maintain files, records, cash and cash equivalents following company policies.
• Oversee Cash Machine deposits and document variances to management.
• Support Director of Finance with purchasing and expense management.
• Assist internal control reviews.
• Daily reconciliation of credit card transactions.
• Manage company credit card and reconcile purchases.
• Complete month-end closing procedures and reports.
• Assist in managing contracts and licenses.

Job description

Pay: $25.00

At Great Wolf theAccounting Associateperforms a variety of general accounting functions including work with General Ledger, Procurement, Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, Cash, and Controls. The Accounting Associate will assist the Lodge Director of Finance with work related to the preparation and maintenance of financial records, and auditing of financial transactions.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Organize, secure, and maintain all files, records, cash and cash equivalents in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Responsible for oversight of the property's Cash Machine, including preparing consolidated cash deposits received by all cash handling employees and documenting, maintaining and communicating cash variances to appropriate level of management.
• Support the Director of Finance with purchasing and expense management as needed.
• Assist the Director of Finance with internal control reviews.
• Daily reconciliation of credit card transaction activities.
• Manage and safeguard the company credit card, and reconcile purchases.
• Complete month-end closing procedures and reports as specified.
• Assist in managing company contracts and licenses.

Basic Qualifications & Skills:

• High School diploma or equivalent experience.
• 1 or more years prior accounting or bookkeeping experience.
• Strong basic math and verbal/written communication skills.
• Prior experience with computers, data entry, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must be able to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Must be flexible regarding scheduling based on business demands.
• Successful completion of criminal background check and drug screen.

Desired Qualifications & Traits:

• Associates degree (or higher) in Accounting/Finance or Business Administration preferred.
• 1 or more years prior theme park or hospitality industry experience preferred.
• Prior experience with Opera and/or Sun Accounting system preferred.
• Attention to detail.
• Task-oriented work methods.
• Multi-tasking ability.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to lift up to 20lbs
• Able to bend, stretch, and twist
• Able to stand or sit for long periods of time

Estimated Salary Range:

- $25.00 annual base salary

An employee's pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, travel requirements, revenue-based metrics, any contractual agreements, and business or organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of Great Wolf’s total compensation package. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, a Paid Time Off policy, and other perks.

Posting Close Date:

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and for inquiring about, discussing or disclosing compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.