ACCOUNTING MANAGER - OAK PROPERTIES WITH CAPITAL ASSETS

Kampgrounds Of America; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in outdoor hospitality seeks an Accounting Manager to oversee financial operations of corporate-owned campgrounds. This role emphasizes capital asset accounting and requires a strong understanding of accounting principles. You will develop processes for data gathering, assist in financial reporting, and provide analytical support for management. Join a company committed to creating a respectful and inclusive environment, where your contributions will help drive positive change in the industry. If you have a passion for numbers and leadership, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting experience with a focus on capital assets.
• Supervisory experience and understanding of internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily bookkeeping operations for corporate-owned properties.
• Prepare profit and loss statements and analyze variances.
• Assist in annual audits and prepare analytical reports.

Skills

Accounting Principles

Data Analysis

Financial Reporting

Supervisory Skills

Capital Asset Accounting

Education

College Degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting Software

Job description

Job Description

Posted Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 6:00 AM

Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) is the world’s largest network of privately owned campgrounds and the leader in outdoor hospitality. KOA has 500+ locations across the United States and Canada including a mix of franchised and company-owned parks (OAK). Founded in 1962, the mission of KOA is “connecting people to the outdoors and each other,” and those who represent the brand share the values of being family-oriented, passionate, entrepreneurial, customer-focused, and innovative.

Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) is the world’s largest network of privately owned campgrounds and the leader in outdoor hospitality. KOA has 500+ locations across the United States and Canada including a mix of franchised and company-owned parks (OAK). Founded in 1962, the mission of KOA is “connecting people to the outdoors and each other,” and those who represent the brand share the values of being family-oriented, passionate, entrepreneurial, customer-focused, and innovative.

At KOA, we believe the outdoors is fun and for everyone. We are committed to having an environment where all are treated with dignity and respect. We strive to:

• intentionally create a sense of community and belonging for our guests, employees and franchise partners
• continually educate ourselves and expand our knowledge to foster an inclusive and supportive environment
• sustain a culture that promotes diversity of thought and experiences
• ensure everyone has the ability to experience the outdoors and that our facilities are accessible to all
• drive change in our company and industry through action and implementation

Summary:

The Accounting Manager-OAK Properties is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the OAK (corporate-owned) properties bookkeeping with an emphasis on capital asset accounting.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain processes to accurately and efficiently gather data and information for the Company’s portfolio of company owned properties.
• Work with information systems team on an ongoing basis to develop and maintain reporting from the Company’s reservation and management system.
• Assist Director and Controller in direction of the monthly closing and preparation of profit and loss statements. Analyze the operating results for company owned properties identifying and investigating significant variances. Approval review of assigned bank reconciliations and journal entries.
• Monthly review and reconciliation of OAK property Out of Balances (OOBs) and month-end accruals of said OOBs.
• Assist Director in preparing reports that will provide the OAK department with statistical and analytical information to assist them in their management efforts.
• Prepare analytical spreadsheets and calculations to provide information required for special projects assigned by Controller, CFO and/or President/CEO.
• Assist with the coordination of work paper preparation and compilations for the annual audits of KOA, Inc.’s financial statements.
• Review OAK store physical inventory reconciliations for accuracy and notify RVPs/GMs of results.
• Actively participate in due diligence for OAK acquisitions to set-up new credit card merchant IDs, new bank accounts, and assignment of tax licensing and permitting. Coordinate with Director in the assignment a Home Office OAK Accountant for new OAKs.
• Assist with annual review of OAK locations’ personal property tax reporting.
• Review of capital expenditures of assigned campgrounds, assist Accounting Project Manager with monitoring of Development dept capital, monitoring unallocated capital approvals, and year-end capital reconciling and reporting

Required Education and Experience:

• College degree in accounting or related discipline
• Understanding of generally accepted accounting principles and internal controls
• Valid driver’s license.
• 5+ years accounting experience.
• Capital asset and depreciation experience required.
• At least 3 years of Supervisory experience.

Physical demands and working conditions:

• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds occasionally
• Ability to travel by air and auto
• Must speak and write English fluently
• Ability to answer phone calls, hear issues, & give direction while viewing computer screen
• Requires use of hands for typing, handling paperwork, & other office functions such as copying, sorting, & filing
• Requires long periods of sitting and viewing computer screens (95%) or standing

KOA does not sponsor Visas

KOA currently does NOT hire in the following states:
Alaska, District of Columbia, Idaho, Louisiana, New Hampshire, North Dakota, Rhode Island, Vermont

Kampgrounds Of America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to provide an environment where all employees and applicants are treated with respect. The company is committed to fair treatment of all people. This value ensures employees and candidates are treated equally and are protected from discrimination or harassment of any kind. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors, or any other protected status.