Assistant Controller - Grand Canyon South Rim

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• GRAND CANYON, Arizona
• Admin/HR/Accounting
• 36499
• Full-Time Year-Round
• USD $75,000.00/Yr.
  
  

Overview

Job Description

We’re excited to hire and welcome team members to our national park locations! Xanterra Travel Collection® is a private company that provides concession services within national parks. All services operated by Xanterra, including lodging, dining, retail, and tour operations, are currently open and continue to operate as planned for the 2025 summer season. Any potential government layoffs within the National Park Service do not impact our positions or job offers.

Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Administrative/HR team in Grand Canyon National Park!

Grand Canyon National Park Lodges operates 6 hotels, 7 retail shops, and various restaurants and dining facilities in the historic Grand Canyon Village. No matter what your job is, you will be a proud steward of the park and play an essential role in providing warm and friendly hospitality to our guests! As one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, Grand Canyon National Park is a place of remarkable beauty, peace, scenic grandeur and top-notch hospitality.

We’re hiring an Assistant Controller to Live. Work. Explore. this season!

Job Summary

The Assistant Controller oversees the financial activities of the Grand Canyon South Rim property.

The Details

Position Type: Full-time, Year-round

Pay: $75,000 per year

Housing: Eligible for a 3 bedroom house

Schedule: Typical schedule is 40 hours, 5 days per week (may include weekends, evenings, and holidays)

Why Grand Canyon South Rim?

We are a welcoming community who work hard, share a real passion for the environment, and enjoy crafting memorable experiences for our guests. As part of the Xanterra Travel Collection®, we are the primary authorized concessionaire at the Grand Canyon South Rim, and proud stewards of the park.

Life At The South Rim

• A fast-paced, exciting work environment with plenty of upward mobility and growth opportunities
• Meet people of all ages from all over the country and world!
  
  

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Disability Insurance
• 401k with match
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Learning and Development Programs
  
  

Perks

• Free Grand Canyon National Park pass
• Rec Center – Fitness Equipment, Computers, and Free WiFi
• Paid Day off on your birthday
• Discounted mule rides
• Free Grand Canyon Railway Train Rides
• Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts
• Planned employee trips and activities
• 15% Verizon service/products discount
• $350 Referral Bonus Program
• The adventure of a lifetime!
  
  

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of employee selection and performance for the South Rim accounting department: Hiring, Training, Performance Evaluation, Coaching, Corrective Action Process and Promotions, in coordination with the Grand Canyon South Rim Location Controller.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness in all accounting operations/functions through effective leadership and performance management of assigned functions: Sales and Cash Auditor, Accounting Lead – special projects, Mailroom Clerk, Food and Beverage Auditor, and Cash Operations staff.
• Ensure the timely and accurate reporting of daily revenue/stats to Grand Canyon South Rim management.
• Complete all assigned journal entries timely and accurately.
• Control and monitor the NPS concession fees and maintenance reserve. Ensure timely and accurate funding and account reporting to NPS as required by contract.
• Ensure the completion of the Grand Canyon South Rim’s monthly sales/use tax reports and submit to corporate timely and accurately.
• Research credit card issues from all operating locations as needed.
• Participate in the annual financial plan for the Xanterra South Rim properties as requested.
• Complete monthly reconciliations for all assigned balance sheet accounts timely and accurately. Review all reconciliations assigned to other team members and ensure that they are completed timely and accurate.
• Continuous review of accounting processes to ensure efficient and effective utilization of personnel. Responsible for continual streamlining of accounting processes. Develop and maintain Excel spreadsheets to facilitate in the streamlining of accounting and audit procedures with the ability to track data more efficiently.
• Ensure that all areas are maintaining, updating, and revising desk policy and procedure manuals as needed.
• Participate in the annual retail inventories as needed.
• Work closely with the GCSR Location Controller, communicating matters requiring his/her input or approval.
• Work with the Flagstaff Regional Accounting Office as needed and/or required. Ensure all paperwork and needed support is provided timely and accurately.
• Provide support as needed to internal and external customers, in a willing and professional manner.
• Act as property wide Director on Duty as scheduled.
• Assume responsibility of accounting department in absence of the Controller.
• Complete/assist on special projects and other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred.
• Three to five years prior accounting experience, preferably in the hospitality industry.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in an efficient manner.
• Effective at building relationships with a wide range of internal and external customers.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong computer skills, including MS Office and Hotel Accounting Systems.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with tact and professionalism.
• Ability to handle and strictly maintain confidential information.
• Operations experience, especially in a hospitality environment, helpful.
• Possess or obtain an Arizona Drivers’ License and comply with Xanterra South Rim Company Vehicle Policy.
  
  

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.