Assistant Controller

Kampgrounds Of America, Inc.•Billings, MT

16d•$90,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) is the world’s largest network of privately owned campgrounds and the leader in outdoor hospitality. KOA has 500+ locations across the United States and Canada including a mix of franchised and company-owned parks (OAK). Founded in 1962, the mission of KOA is “connecting people to the outdoors and each other,” and those who represent the brand share the values of being family-oriented, passionate, entrepreneurial, customer-focused, and innovative. At KOA, we believe the outdoors is fun and for everyone. We are committed to having an environment where all are treated with dignity and respect. We strive to: intentionally create a sense of community and belonging for our guests, employees and franchise partners continually educate ourselves and expand our knowledge to foster an inclusive and supportive environment sustain a culture that promotes diversity of thought and experiences ensure everyone has the ability to experience the outdoors and that our facilities are accessible to all drive change in our company and industry through action and implementation. This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

College degree in accounting or related business discipline.
Minimum 5 years of management experience in accounting related field.
Proven leadership, management and business skills.
Focus on profitability.
Computer proficiency with skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.
Occasional travel with flexible schedule.
Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

CPA license

Responsibilities

Coordinate the monthly closing process ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of the monthly financial reports for KOA and all subsidiaries.
Review of all Corporate departments, properties and entities’ trial balances monthly.
Calculation and posting of monthly allocations and accruals.
Reconciliation of balance sheet accounts as assigned monthly.
Review of balance sheet reconciliations.
Annual detailed review of property and home office capital (fixed assets) activity.
Analyze the monthly operating results, identifying and investigating significant variances, and provide summary to senior management for discussion of operating results.
Assist in preparation and review of bank debt covenants and unaudited GAAP Financial Statements quarterly to meet requirements of loan agreement(s).
Assist in preparation and review of forecasts for financial results, debt covenants and other analytical spreadsheets and keep CFO informed as to compliance projections.
Main contact for external contacts.
Responsible for coordination of fieldwork with the external audit firm associated with the annual audit of KOA’s books and records and compilation of audited annual financial statements and accompanying footnotes.
Responsible for coordination of fieldwork with external audit firm associated with annual audit of the 2% Advertising Fund.
Responsible for coordination of fieldwork with external audit firm associated with annual review of the Canadian financial statements.
Prepare workpapers for auditors and review all workpapers prepared by other accounting, payroll, finance, and risk teams.
Review 1099 forms annually.
Review and approval of executive and VP expense reports as delegate of CEO.
Prepare documentation and analysis for Lease 842 accounting for an external accounting firm.
Coordinate the scheduling, formatting and collection of all information for the annual budgeting process within KOA’s strategic planning process.
Attend all budget meetings for properties, capital and HOME departments.
Perform special projects as directed by the CFO, CEO and COO.
Prepare required reports for KOAH (parent company), including quarterly PTO accrual, quarterly revenue survey, and annual census.
Collaborate with Human Resources department on employee and payroll matters, including attending biweekly HR/payroll L10 meetings.
Work with third party payroll tax company to ensure compliance with Federal and State payroll laws, including attending biweekly Dayforce Advanced Tax Services calls.
Oversee payroll general ledger reconciliations.
Oversee 401(k) payroll processes and compliance.
Coordinate directly with EBMS on FSA and HSA issues.
Manage the ongoing development of the skills and objectives of the Accounting Department staff.
Assist in management of a large team, handle all HR related issues, plan and run team meetings, plan bi-annual in-person meetings.
Ability to supervise 2-4 employees.
Monitor Microsoft Teams and Outlook and respond to requests timely.
Attend meetings related to current and future projects, analyze the impacts to KOA and the team, voice concerns and bring them back to the Finance Leadership team.
Ensure compliance with accounting standards and legal requirements.