Accounting Associate

Great Wolf Lodge • Kansas City, KS

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About The Position

At Great Wolf, the Accounting Associate performs a variety of general accounting functions involving the General Ledger, Procurement, Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, Cash, and Controls. The role assists the Lodge Director of Finance with preparing and maintaining financial records and auditing financial transactions. The stated pay is $25 per hour. The position requires flexibility in scheduling based on business demands and successful completion of a criminal background check and drug screen.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent experience.
• At least 1 year of prior accounting or bookkeeping experience.
• Strong basic math skills and verbal and written communication skills.
• Prior experience with computers, data entry, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Flexibility regarding scheduling based on business demands.
• Successful completion of a criminal background check and drug screen.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to bend, stretch, and twist.
• Ability to stand or sit for long periods of time.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• At least 1 year of prior theme park or hospitality industry experience.
• Prior experience with Opera and/or Sun Accounting system.
• Attention to detail.
• Task-oriented work methods.
• Ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Organize, secure, and maintain files, records, cash, and cash equivalents in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Oversee the property's Cash Machine, including preparing consolidated cash deposits from cash-handling employees and documenting, maintaining, and communicating cash variances to the appropriate level of management.
• Support the Director of Finance with purchasing and expense management as needed.
• Assist the Director of Finance with internal control reviews.
• Reconcile credit card transaction activities daily.
• Manage and safeguard the company credit card and reconcile purchases.
• Complete specified month-end closing procedures and reports.
• Assist in managing company contracts and licenses.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off policy
• Annual bonuses may be available
• Other perks may be available

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED