What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Supervisor position at Cedar Point?
Overview : Why Join Us?
At Six Flags Entertainment Corporation, we value a collaborative atmosphere where new ideas are welcomed. If you’re looking to grow your skills and make a difference while having FUN, we’d love to hear from you!
Overview : Why Join Us?
The Supervisor – Accounting is a full-time salaried position and reports to a Manager – Financial Accounting and assists with supervising a team of Accountants (levels I & II), Seasonal Associates, and / or Interns. This role assists with the execution of policies and procedures required to maintain compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and assists in the preparation of financial statements with a focus on ensuring the timely and accurate delivery of reporting.
Six Flags, a leader in the amusement park and hospitality business, offers challenging and rewarding career opportunities. Joining our Shared Accounting Services team not only offers the unique opportunity to become part of a well-respected, financially stable entertainment industry leader with a 150-year heritage of creating lifelong memories but also presents you with a chance to advance your career in the exciting consumer services sector! Six Flags offers competitive compensation packages that include bonus programs and comprehensive benefit plans with healthcare / dental / vision, paid vacation / sick time, paid holidays, 401k program, and complimentary season passes to create your own memories at parks owned and operated by Six Flags.
Responsibilities :
- Prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial accounting entries for assigned properties to ensure timely fiscal period closing schedules are maintained.
- Provide support, training, and oversight to full-time and seasonal staff accountants.
- Assist in the development of staff to provide professional growth and advancement opportunities.
- Prepare general ledger account reconciliations as assigned by the Manager – Financial Accounting.
- Partner with other shared service functions to ensure transactions posted are accurate and timely.
- Provide accounting information and documentation to internal and external auditors as requested.
- Follow and ensure that the internal control processes, policies, and procedures are strictly adhered to by associates.
- Comply with professional accounting standards and best practices in accordance with GAAP.
- Build relationships with Park Operating associates to ensure operational activity is accurately reflected in the financial statements.
- Responsibilities may occasionally require an adjusted work schedule to meet certain deadlines. This may include mandatory overtime and / or evening / weekend hours except where prohibited by law.
- Adhere to and enforce all Six Flags policies and procedures, including safety, attendance and EEO policies, and will demonstrate commitment to Six Flags core values and Six Flags cornerstones.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications :
