Accounting Assistant

Division/Department: Branson Scenic Railway/Accounting

Job Title: Accounting Assistant

Reports To: Senior Accountant

Type of position: Non-Exempt / Hourly

Employee Classification: Regular

Location: Branson, MO

Compensation: $15-$18/hour depending on experience and certification(s)

Job Summary: The Accounting Assistant is responsible for doing a thorough and complete check of daily deposits and all related paperwork, balancing reports, and data entry for accounts payable.

Benefits Offered: Branson Scenic Railway offers a comprehensive Medical/Rx, dental and vision package with company-funded H.S.A. (for qualified employees), Life/AD&D Insurance, Long/Short Term Disability coverage, a 401K with company-match and a generous PTO plan.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Balance end of day cash and credit card paperwork.
• Daily data entry to excel spreadsheets ensuring all cash, checks and credit cards are accounted for in daily ledger.
• Communicate with managers, employees and/or vendors to balance any outstanding issues such as receipts and/or invoices.
• Relieve daily onboard sales, special events sales, or Etix presales.
• Run bank errands, prepare, and deliver cash and credit card deposits.
• Reconcile company credit cards and collect receipts to enter into accounting software.
• Enter accounts payable into accounting software.
• Review vendor statements and compare to invoices received ensuring they match. Communicate with vendors to reconcile, if needed.
• Cross-train in reservations department to assist when needed.
• Perform monthly on-hand cash and inventory checks.
• Train current and new employees on accounting functions including but not limited to expense forms, reimbursements, cash handling procedures, petty cash, credit card requests, purchase orders, and check requests.
• Provide administrative support such as ordering supplies, filing, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Education, Skill and Work Experience Requirements:

• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and spoken English.
• Detail-oriented, team player with excellent analytical and communication skills.
• Must have a understanding of basic computer technology and programs such as Microsoft 365 including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Must have cash handling experience.
• Knowledge of basic accounting/accounts payable required.
• Must possess organizational skills with ability to multi-task while prioritizing workload with practical, flexible, and innovative approach to work.
• Ability to communicate successfully with a variety of personalities and function effectively as a member of a team.
• Valid Driver License.
• Must be able to interact appropriately with customers, industry partners, and co-workers in a relatable and professional manner.

Work Environment:

• Work in an office setting, some days with direct contact to the public.
• Varied schedule throughout the year dictated by train schedule and company needs.
• Flexible hours dependent upon applicant and departmental needs. Monday through Friday preferred 8am-2pm or 5pm.