Staff Accountant

Lion Country Safari, Inc.- FL; Westlake (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance available (medical, dental,

Life and disability)

401(k)

Paid time off

Performance based increase and review

Job summary

Lion Country Safari, Inc.- FL is seeking a full-time Staff Accountant to manage cash and bank reconciliations, AR, GL entries, and tax submissions, while assisting with annual audits. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of related experience and GAAP knowledge.

Proficiency in Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel) is required; NetSuite experience and a Florida driver’s license are a plus. On-site position with competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with at least 2 years related experience.
• Knowledge of GAAP.
• Organized and detail oriented.
• Good written and spoken communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Proficient in Office 365, Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• NetSuite experience a plus.
• Valid FL Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and reconciliations for the monthly close.
• Assist with annual audits (Financial, 401(k), workers’ comp).
• Review and approve W2 and 1095-C forms for accuracy.
• Prepare and file annual 1099-NEC forms for vendors.
• Post daily bank deposits and withdrawals.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations.
• Process monthly sales and tourist taxes.
• Create A/R invoices and reconcile A/R accounts.
• Maintain petty cash; record disbursements and reimburse.
• Manage fuel inventory.
• Assist with records retention and file organization.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Communication skills

Organized

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree with at least 2 years related experience

Tools

Office 365

Outlook

Excel

Word

NetSuite

Job description

Description

Lion Country Safari is currently accepting applications for a full-time Staff Accountant. The Staff Accountant is responsible for cash and bank reconciliation, accounts receivable, creating general ledger entries and reconciliations, submitting state and local taxes, assisting in annual audits, and data analysis. Assists in annual audits.

Requirements

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and reconciliations for the monthly close.
• Assist with annual Financial, 401(k) and workers’ compensation audits.
• Review and approve annual W2 and 1095-C forms for accuracy.
• Prepare and file annual 1099-NEC forms for qualified vendors.
• Post bank deposits and withdrawals in accounting software daily.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations.
• Process monthly sales tax return, tourist tax and public service tax.
• Create A/R invoices as needed and reconciles A/R accounts.
• Keep petty cash, securing approval and receipts for all pay outs, recording. disbursements monthly and submitting to A/P for reimbursement.
• Manage fuel inventory.
• Assist with records retention, shredding, and organization of files.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree with at least 2 years related experience.
• Must have knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Organized and detail oriented.
• Good written and spoken communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Must be proficient in Office 365, Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• NetSuite experience a plus.
• Valid FL Driver’s License.

BENEFITS

• Insurance available (medical, dental, life and disability)
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Performance based increase and review after first 90 days

EMPLOYEE PERKS

• 40% off food and beverage
• 30% off all retail shops
• Free tickets to Lion Country Safari
• Free tickets to attractions through Florida and discounts for family members

ABOUT LION COUNTRY SAFARI

Lion Country Safari opened in 1967 and was developed with the goal of bringing the African safari experience (then, and now, an expensive and time-consuming trip) to families who would otherwise not be able to experience this type of adventure. The park prides itself on caring for large social groups of animals (including some of the largest herds of zebra, giraffe, and rhino on record in North America) in wide open, natural habitats. The animals roam these multi-acre preserves while guests are confined to their vehicles. The resulting experience is immersive and allows for a very natural environment for guests to see and connect with some of the world's most iconic species. A visit to Lion Country Safari brings people closer to wildlife in this unique setting and supports conservation efforts for species survival. Lion Country Safari is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, the gold standard in animal care, conservation, and education, and is Palm Beach County’s largest attraction.

DFWP/EOE