Controller

Central Amusement International Inc.; Boonton (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401K Profit Share Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Central Amusement International Inc. is seeking a hands-on Controller to manage accounting and finance reporting, budgets, forecasts, and internal controls.

The Controller will lead the accounting team based in Boonton, NJ and coordinate month-end closes and audits to support strategic decision-making. Based at CAI headquarters in New York City area operations, the role requires travel to Luna Park in Coney Island for information gathering and presenting financial results to management and the

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Senior Accounting Position.
• 3+ years of Amusement Park, Entertainment or Hospitality experience with inventory and POS/Cash receipts.
• Bachelor of Science in Accounting required.
• Proven leadership of an Accounting Team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day management of all the accounting functions of the accounting team
• Month-end and year-end close process management
• Asset tracking and depreciation schedules, lease accounting compliance
• Coaching and developing accounting team members
• Prepare and maintain budgets and forecasts
• Prepare and deliver monthly full financials timely
• Implement and develop SOPs while ensuring compliance with legal, financial, and industry standards
• Develop, document and enforce internal control procedures and processes
• Implement cost and expense control procedures
• Implement inventory control procedures and develop and monitor audit processes
• Establish procurement and purchasing control procedures
• Develop, document and maintain system data integrity procedures
• Perform internal audits across all departments
• Prepare monthly budget variance reports
• Provide information to the management team in a manner that will assist in the operational decision‑making process and enable the achievement of strategic company goals
• Prepare and file all required reports to the appropriate agencies
• Maintain current professional knowledge through conferences and continuing education
• Perform additional duties as needed to support the company evolving priorities

Skills

Teamwork

Integrity

Continuous improvement

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Accounting

Tools

Sage 100

ERP software

Excel

Job description

Do you have what it takes to shape the future of the amusement park industry?

We are looking for a hands‑on Controller with experience in all areas of corporate finance. The Controller will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the accounting and finance reporting function, preparation of budgets and forecasts, preparing monthly budget variance reports and quarterly and annual financial statements. The Controller will develop accounting processes to strengthen the accuracy and timeliness of reporting financial results and provide information to the executive team in a manner that will assist in the operational decision‑making process and enable the achievement of strategic company goals.

The Controller will report to the Director of Finance and Administration. This hands‑on position will direct the Accounting Team based in Boonton, NJ in performing all finance activities, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory, fixed assets, general ledger, and financial reporting.

Travel to Luna Park in Coney Island will be required for purposes of obtaining information for preparing budgets, performing internal audits, and to present and evaluate financial results with management and the executive team.

About us:

Central Amusement International Inc. (CAI) is an amusement park development and management company located in New York City. In 2003, CAI developed Victorian Gardens at Wollman Rink in Central Park and in 2010 developed Luna Park in Coney Island, at the site of the birthplace of the amusement park industry. CAI is part of the Zamperla Group, which is the worldwide leader in the manufacturing of amusement rides.

POSITION:

Controller

LOCATION:

CAI Headquarters, 49 Fanny Road, Boonton, NJ 07005

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee day-to-day management of all the accounting functions of the accounting team
• Month‑end and year‑end close process management
• Asset tracking and depreciation schedules, lease accounting compliance
• Coaching and developing accounting team members
• Prepare and maintain budgets and forecasts
• Prepare and deliver monthly full financials timely
• Implement and develop SOPs while ensuring compliance with legal, financial, and industry standards
• Develop, document and enforce internal control procedures and processes
• Implement cost and expense control procedures
• Implement inventory control procedures and develop and monitor audit processes
• Establish procurement and purchasing control procedures
• Develop, document and maintain system data integrity procedures
• Perform internal audits across all departments
• Prepare monthly budget variance reports
• Provide information to the management team in a manner that will assist in the operational decision‑making process and enable the achievement of strategic company goals
• Prepare and file all required reports to the appropriate agencies
• Maintain current professional knowledge through conferences and continuing education
• Perform additional duties as needed to support the company evolving priorities

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Enthusiasm, energy, and integrity
• Teamwork, continuous improvement, and process‑based culture
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Senior Accounting Position
• Bachelor of Science in Accounting required
• 3+ years of Amusement Park, Entertainment or Hospitality experience with inventory and POS/Cash receipts.
• 3+ years of experience with Sage 100
• Excellent knowledge of accounting principles and procedures
• Understanding of data analysis and forecasting
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Proven experience in ERP, accounting and asset management software
• Proven experience in managing, leading and supporting an Accounting Team
• Travel to operations locations will be required for purposes of obtaining information for preparing budgets, and to present and evaluate financial results with management and the executive team

BENEFITS:

• Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision insurance, Life insurance, Short- and Long-term disability coverage, 401K Profit Share Plan
• Paid Time Off: Holidays, vacation, personal and sick days