Lodge Accountant

Great Wolf Lodge; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the hospitality sector is looking for a Lodge Accountant in Chicago. This role involves core accounting processes, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting, and supporting month-end close activities. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and relevant experience. The position offers a hybrid-remote work schedule, allowing flexibility while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Annual Bonuses

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant accounting experience.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly general ledger close activities.
• Prepare journal entries and perform account reconciliations.
• Compile audit schedules and provide support during audits.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting Software

Job description

Summary: As a Lodge Accountant, you’ll be a key part of our Chicago-based Shared Services Accounting team. You’ll handle core accounting processes, ensure accuracy in financial reporting, and support month-end close activities. This role offers a great opportunity to grow your accounting expertise while working in a collaborative and process-driven environment.

Responsibilities:

• Support monthly general ledger close activities in coordination with fellow accountants
• Prepare journal entries and perform account reconciliations with accuracy and timeliness
• Ensure proper cut-off and financial treatment of assigned accounts
• Coordinate with members of finance at the various locations to ensure accurate reporting
• Assist in the preparation of internal financial statements and reporting schedules
• Compile audit schedules and provide support during internal and external audits
• Contribute to the development and documentation of accounting policies and procedures
• Assist with monthly variance (flux) analysis and financial reviews
• Use accounting software and Excel to analyze, summarize, and report financial data
• Coordinate accounting matters across departments and lodge locations
• Provide general support for various accounting projects as needed

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• 2+ years of relevant accounting experience
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
• High attention to detail with a strong focus on accuracy
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (including pivot tables, v-lookups, and macros)
• Familiarity with accounting software and ERP systems
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to work from our Chicago Corporate Headquarters on a hybrid-remote work schedule (M/F optional work from home and T/W/TH in-office)

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience working in a Shared Services Center
• Proven ability to reconcile complex balance sheet accounts
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across teams, team player
• A proactive and adaptable mindset in response to changing priorities
• Commitment to providing exceptional service and delivering high-quality results
• CPA or active pursuit of CPA license

Estimated Salary Range:

$75,000 - $80,000 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.

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.