Controller/Assistant Controller - Yellowstone National Park

Overview

Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Field Accounting team in Yellowstone National Park!

Are you enthusiastic about hospitality, people, and beautiful places? By working at Yellowstone National Park, you will get all three! As one of our Location Controllers or Assistant Controllers, you will play a vital role in supporting the day-to-day administrative functions that keep the park running smoothly.

Job Summary:

The Location Controllers and Assistant Controllers are responsible for managing the accounting operation at one of our 6 villages throughout the park. In this position, one must ensure accurate reporting of sales revenue, maintain security of the location's monetary assets, and supervise the other location accounting personnel for the summer season.

The Details:Position Type: SeasonalSeason Dates: April 2025 - November 2025 (length of season depends on the location)Pay: Schedule: Typical schedule is 40 hours, 5 days per week (may include weekends, evenings, and holidays)

Why Yellowstone National Park?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 in Yellowstone, and proud stewards of the park.

Life in Yellowstone:

• Employee housing (dormitory-style) and on-site employee meals (cafeteria-style) provided
• Free on-site laundry facility, Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth), and utilities included
• No Wyoming state taxes deducted from your paycheck
• 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:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Learning and Development Program

Perks:

• Free Yellowstone & Grand Teton National Park pass
• Employee Recreation Program (recreation centers, athletics, gear rentals, seminars, van trips, hiking, and more)
• Access to discounted services at Yellowstone Medical Clinics operated by STGi
• Employee discounts at local gateway communities
• Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts
• $350 Referral Bonus Program
• The adventure of a lifetime!

Responsibilities

Location Controller 

• Manage accounting staff (1-11 employees), including scheduling, training, evaluating performance, and providing guidance
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, including daily sales summaries and departmental reports, to the General Accounting Office (GAO) and location departments
• Maintain security and accuracy of cash flow, house bank, corporate assets, and numbered documents
• Enforce adherence to Xanterra accounting policies and procedures across all departments, providing training and assistance as needed
• Handle payroll-related tasks, including confirming hourly employees in Kronos, reporting weekly payroll, and distributing checks
• Communicate and collaborate with GAO, department managers, and Internal Auditor, offering assistance and maintaining confidentiality
• Oversee office supplies management, emergency procedures training, and maintain a professional attitude for optimal guest and employee service
• Perform additional duties as assigned, including Night Auditor, Senior Audit Clerk, and Audit Clerk functions when necessary

Assistant Location Controller 

• Provide accurate and timely daily sales summaries to the Xanterra General Accounting Office (GAO) and relevant location departments
• Assist in managing the accounting staff, including scheduling, training, evaluating performance, coaching, and motivating employees (1 to 11 members)
• Help maintain the accuracy and security of the house bank while managing cash flow effectively
• Ensure strict adherence to Xanterra's accounting policies and procedures by all departments involved in cash handling and accounting duties
• Maintain the security of corporate assets and control all numbered documents at the location
• Provide training and assistance to other department staff regarding money handling and accounting policies as needed
• Communicate with the GAO and other department managers, offering assistance as required
• Perform various administrative tasks, including auditing functions, while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism  

Qualifications

• Accounting degree and/or related work experience
• Strong communication and people skills
• Supervisory skills
• Motivational, organizational, and time management skills
• Knowledge of general office procedures
• Office machine skills, especially PC experience
• Knowledge of the following PC software: MS Word®, MS Excel®, MS Outlook®, IBM Client Access®
• Knowledge of the following software: Kronos Timekeeping®
• General cash handling experience preferred
• A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is preferred

Physical Requirements include:

• Sitting at a desk for extended periods of time
• Extensive walking, lifting, and transporting of supplies and equipment at times
• Loading company vehicles, moving supplies and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds to and from work stations on location (up to 100 yards)

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 veteran status.