Revenue Recognition Accountant

Entertainment Places; Orlando, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes

Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401K Retirement plan

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Dependent and Health Care Flexible Sp.

Employee Assistance Program

Legal Assistance Plan

Job summary

SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment in Orlando, FL is seeking a Revenue Recognition Accountant to join the Corporate Finance team. The role focuses on deferred revenue modeling, journal entries, and balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accurate financial reporting.

The successful candidate will support internal controls, budgeting, and audit activities, leveraging GAAP knowledge and 2+ years of accounting experience. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting is required.
• 2+ years of accounting experience.
• Knowledge of GAAP.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• CPA or CPA Candidate preferred; public accounting experience is a plus.
• Experience with SAP and Blackline preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare deferred revenue models and reconciliations.
• Prepare journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Ensure effective internal controls for accurate reporting.
• Assist in financial reporting and budgeting processes.
• Support audit activities and special projects as needed.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Time management

Attention to detail

Independent work

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

CPA or CPA Candidate preferred

Tools

SAP

Blackline

Excel

Job description

## Revenue Recognition AccountantApply: SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment Corporate - Orlando, FL: Full time: Posted Today: JR135377SeaWorld is a world-renowned leader in the themed-park and entertainment industry. Our success is built on a passion for caring for animals and a dedication to delivering positive, memorable experiences to people from around the world. Were also committed to helping ambitious people achieve their professional best. We're always seeking exceptionally skilled and knowledgeable individuals to join our team.As a **Revenue Recognition Accountant,** you will participate in the day-to-day accounting functions in Corporate Finance. In this position the individual will routinely work with varying levels of management at both the corporate office and the Company’s parks, including the Revenue Recognition Accounting Manager and Senior Accountant. This position will perform multiple accounting functions related to the Company’s deferred revenue and revenue recognition accounting processes, including but not limited to:* Prepare deferred pass revenue models and deferred revenue account reconciliations* Prepare journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations, including analyzing and understanding supporting operational and financial records and accounts to ensure accuracy* Ensure effective internal controls critical for timely, accurate, and efficient accounting and reporting for the Company* Provide assistance to other corporate finance / accounting functions such as financial reporting, budgeting, etc.* Assist in the facilitation of audit processes* Special projects and other duties as assigned**What it takes to succeed*** Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting* 2+ years of accounting experience* Knowledge and understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)* Demonstrate analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail* Strong communication skills* Ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders throughout the organization* Ability to independently complete work in a timely manner* Ability to complete ad hoc projects at the request of management or auditors* Proven ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines in a team environment* Must be proficient in Microsoft office (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint.**What else is important:*** CPA or CPA Candidate preferred* Experience in public accounting preferred* Experience with SAP and Blackline preferredThe perks of the position:* Paid Time Off* Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes* Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise* Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance* 401K Retirement plan* Voluntary Insurance* Life Insurance* Disability Benefits* Tuition Reimbursement* Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts* Employee Assistance Program* Legal Assistance Plan**EEO Employer:**SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.