Accounting Manager

ExplorUS Corporate • Overland Park, KS

4h

About The Position

ExplorUS is a dynamic and growing company specializing in concession services for the great outdoors. We provide exceptional hospitality services in some of the most breathtaking locations across the country, including national and state parks, marinas, forests, and museums. From Hawaii to the East Coast, our dedicated teams create unforgettable experiences for visitors, with the support of our corporate office in Overland Park, Kansas.

Position Summary: Oversee the full month-end and year-end closing process and ensure all accounting processes and financial reporting for the division are performed in accordance with U.S. GAAP. Responsibilities include driving integration of new sites and assisting all accounting activities within the division. In addition to close and integration activities, the
accounting manager supervises a team of senior and staff accountants providing development and performance feedback.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of US GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills and clear attention to detail.
• Highly organized and project management focused, with a strong emphasis on self-motivation and analytical skills for continuous improvement and development.
• Polished written and verbal communication skills, illustrating ability to resolve issues and conflicts efficiently and communicate in a professional manner with leadership, other employees, and outside third parties which may include customers, vendors, and service providers.
• Capable of multi-tasking and ability to work in a dynamic, cross-functional and fast-paced team environment.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel (VLookups, Pivot Tables, etc.) and experience in Oracle Netsuite preferred.
• Ability to operate a computer, keyboard, mouse and standard office equipment, view and read information on a computer screen, and lift up to 20 pounds.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA certification preferred
• Minimum of 5 years progressive accounting experience, and 1-2 years of managerial experience in an accounting environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the month-end and year-end closing process for the division, including all divisional processes and non-recurring journal entries and supporting the preparation of consolidated financial statements that reflect the financial performance of the division.
• Manage the preparation and analysis of site-level financial statements for the division, and reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts, including all bank reconciliations.
• Monitor site-level financial records and performance to provide ad-hoc analyses and reports to the divisional Vice President, and support planning and forecasting.
• Direct and execute the post-close integration of accounting functions for newly acquired contracts and entities within the division, including chart of accounts mapping, and the alignment of accounting policies to corporate standards.
• Supervise employees through on-the-job training, providing constructive and timely feedback, and supporting the development of senior accountants and staff accountants.
• Effectively manage multiple projects and deadlines that may overlap one another and effectively prioritize tasks.
• Drive process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with other departments (Operations, Finance, Treasury, Retail, IT, AP, Payroll) to meet deadlines and achieve goals.
• Support the external audit process, as well as manage and oversee agency reporting with the division by coordinating with external auditors, outside third parties and other staff and team members to drive timely completion of various audit and compliance processes impacting the division.

What This Job Offers

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