Accounting Manager

Lagoon Amusement Park • Farmington, UT

just now • Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Manager is responsible for managing and actively participating in Lagoon’s accounting operations, including banking, reconciliations, internal controls, and financial reporting. This position participates in, oversees, reviews, verifies, and approves accounting transactions to ensure accuracy, proper documentation, and compliance with GAAP and Lagoon’s established accounting control standards.

The Accounting Manager supports daily financial operations, monthly and year-end close processes, and ensures the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial information. All duties are performed in accordance with Company policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required. CPA, CMA, or graduate degree preferred.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of related accounting experience is preferred.
• Proficiency in accounting software systems(experience with NetSuite software preferred), spreadsheets, and financial reporting tools.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting principles.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret financial statements, business reports, and governmental regulations.
• Ability to prepare financial reports, business correspondence, and procedure documentation.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, seasonal business environment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work professionally with management, team members, vendors, and guests.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be able to work a variable schedule, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.

Nice To Haves

• CPA, CMA, or graduate degree preferred.
• experience with NetSuite software preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage and actively participate in daily accounting operations, including banking, reconciliations, journal entries, and reporting.
• Prepare and review asset, bank, and cash position reconciliations.
• Review, verify, and approve accounting entries and reconciliations prepared by the accounting team members in accordance with internal control procedures.
• Produce monthly financial statements and support monthly and annual close processes.
• Prepare and analyze daily revenue and labor reports to ensure accurate operational reporting.
• Monitor and reconcile credit card activity, merchant services, and chargebacks.
• Oversee revenue operations financial activity, including food service sales, games and merchandise sales, online sales, pre-sold and consignment tickets, off-season sales, and tax-exempt transactions.
• Monitor and reconcile inventory activity, including parts, food, and prize inventory controls.
• Track lessee receipts, prepare payment reports, create invoices for picnic groups, and monitor bad checks.
• Serve as liaison with banking and merchant service partners.
• Maintain strong internal controls and identify process improvements to support financial accuracy and efficiency.
• Support audits and regulatory reporting as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level