Sr Staff Accountant

Shanty Creek Ski and Golf Resort LLC•Bellaire, MI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Staff Accountant supports the financial operations and reporting processes of Shanty Creek Resorts. Reporting to the Controller or designated Accounting Department leader, this position is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing journal entries, completing account reconciliations, assisting with month-end and year-end closing processes, and supporting financial reporting. The Staff Accountant works closely with other members of the Accounting Department and operational leaders throughout the resort to ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately, discrepancies are resolved promptly, and established accounting procedures and internal controls are followed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
One to three years of accounting, bookkeeping, finance, or related professional experience.
Understanding of generally accepted accounting principles.
Experience preparing journal entries and account reconciliations.
Experience with general ledger accounting and month-end closing procedures.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Ability to organize work, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
Ability to maintain confidential and sensitive financial information.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of general accounting principles and practices.
Ability to prepare accurate journal entries, reconciliations, and financial schedules.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to identify discrepancies and research financial transactions.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and operational demands.
Professional judgment and respect for confidentiality.
Dependable and consistent attendance.
Commitment to accuracy, accountability, teamwork, and service.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a resort, hospitality, timeshare, retail, or multi-department organization.
Experience with Sage Intacct or another accounting software system.
Experience with fixed assets, inventory accounting, budgeting, or financial reporting.
Intermediate or advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Experience working with accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchasing, or cash-management functions.
Progress toward a CPA, CMA, or other accounting-related certification.

Responsibilities

Prepare and post recurring and adjusting journal entries.
Maintain general ledger accounts and supporting documentation.
Review financial transactions for accuracy, proper account coding, and appropriate authorization.
Research and resolve general ledger discrepancies.
Maintain account schedules and supporting documentation.
Assist with the accounting and tracking of fixed assets, including additions, disposals, transfers, and depreciation.
Support accounting functions related to resort operations, timeshare activities, clubs, utilities, and other business areas as assigned.
Assist with monthly and annual financial closing processes.
Prepare account reconciliations and supporting schedules within established deadlines.
Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, general ledger accounts, and subsidiary records.
Review account balances and investigate unusual transactions or variances.
Prepare accruals, prepaid expense entries, and other month-end adjustments.
Assist with ensuring all financial activity is recorded in the appropriate accounting period.
Support the preparation of year-end schedules and financial documentation.
Assist with preparing monthly financial statements and internal management reports.
Review income statement and balance sheet accounts for accuracy and completeness.
Prepare recurring and ad hoc financial reports as requested.
Analyze account activity, budget variances, and operational trends.
Provide financial information and supporting documentation to department leaders.
Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and other financial planning activities.
Identify discrepancies, trends, risks, or opportunities and communicate findings to Accounting Department leadership.
Provide accounting support for accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed.
Review invoices, payment records, customer accounts, and supporting documentation.
Assist with resolving vendor and customer account discrepancies.
Reconcile payable and receivable accounts to the general ledger.
Assist with monitoring outstanding balances, credits, unapplied payments, and aging reports.
Provide coverage for Accounting Department functions during employee absences or high-volume periods.
Assist with food and beverage, retail, fuel, and other inventory accounting and reconciliation.
Review inventory reports, adjustments, transfers, and discrepancies.
Work with operational departments to obtain accurate inventory counts and supporting documentation.
Assist with accounting for resort purchasing, utilities, clubs, timeshare operations, and other assigned business activities.
Maintain supporting schedules for recurring operational expenses.
Follow generally accepted accounting principles and established resort accounting procedures.
Maintain accurate and complete financial records and supporting documentation.
Assist with internal and external audits by preparing schedules and responding to documentation requests.
Follow established internal controls and identify potential control concerns.
Assist with maintaining compliance with financial reporting, tax, licensing, and record-retention requirements.
Maintain the confidentiality of financial, employee, vendor, and guest information.
Recommend improvements to accounting procedures, documentation, and reporting processes.
Work collaboratively with Accounting Department team members and operational leaders throughout the resort.
Communicate professionally with employees, managers, vendors, customers, auditors, and outside business partners.
Assist departments with questions regarding account coding, financial transactions, documentation, and accounting procedures.
Communicate discrepancies, missing information, or missed deadlines to the appropriate Accounting Department leader.
Organize work effectively and complete assigned responsibilities within established deadlines.
Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned.
Meet the personal appearance and uniform standards identified in the Shanty Creek Resorts Employee Handbook.
Use available tools and resources to provide guests, employees, and vendors with accurate and timely information.
Conduct themselves professionally and maintain high standards of service in interactions with guests, employees, vendors, and business partners.
Contribute to a respectful, collaborative, and service-oriented work environment.