What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Assistant position at NATIONAL ARBOR DAY FOUNDATION?
Accounting Assistant– Arbor Day Farm
Are you a financial professional seeking an opportunity to work for a non-profit organization? Do you have the drive and capacity to provide accounting services to leaders of a multi-faceted property? Does the idea of applying your skills and talents to an effort that makes the world a better place through environmental stewardship resonate with you?
Our organization: The Arbor Day Foundation was founded in 1972 & has grown to become the largest nonprofit membership organization dedicated to planting trees, with more than one million members, supporters, and valued partners. Their vision is to help others understand and use trees as a solution to many of the global issues we face today, including air quality, water quality, climate change, deforestation, poverty and hunger. As one of the world's largest operating conservation foundations, the Arbor Day Foundation educates and engages stakeholders and communities across the globe to involve themselves in its mission of planting, nurturing and celebrating trees. More information is available at arborday.org
Our property: There is something special about this place. We have the opportunity and privilege to work at Arbor Day Farm. It is a storied property where all four elements of the Arbor Day Foundation mission come to life. We create a distinctive, genuine experience that makes the guest feel cared for, inspired, and refreshed through all five senses. Our goal is that the experience of our guests and team members will be uniquely memorable. Our authentic hospitality will engage and enhance their moments inside our walls. Our meaningful story will enlighten and impact their appreciation of trees and our natural surrounds. The Lied Lodge resides within the 260 acres of Arbor Day Farm, which is a property owned & operated by the Arbor Day Foundation. It was created to give guests a place to experience nature in a comfortable setting. A natural setting, warm ambience, and exceptional service make Lied Lodge unique to our guests. Lied Lodge is regionally recognized & offers 140 guest rooms, over 14,000 square feet of meeting space, and hosts a diverse audience of business and leisure guests 365 days a year.
Who we’re looking for: Arbor Day Farm is seeking an Accounting Assistant to partner with leaders on our property in all accounting related matters in running their business units. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to gain experience in supporting a hotel, 2 restaurants, 3 retail shops, a lounge, banquet team, outdoor attraction, and more. This position reports directly to the Arbor Day Farm Accounting Manager, who offices out of the Arbor Day Foundation headquarters in Lincoln, NE but splits time between both locations.
The Arbor Day Foundation offers an excellent work environment, an attractive benefits package, and the rewarding opportunity to facilitate environmental stewardship. If this unique opportunity sounds like a great fit for your talents and interest, please apply with a cover letter and resume to the Arbor Day Foundation’s careers page at arborday.org/careers
Essential Functions of the position:
o Providing superior service and modeling professionalism to all Arbor Day Farm guests, internal and external, at all times.
o Handles all aspects of Accounts Receivable for Lied Lodge
o Performs general cashiering duties including checking bank deposit for EFT’s.
o Handles office supply ordering process for NE City.
o Assists with completion of Lodge sales tax reconciliation at end of month.
o Responsible for the daily reconciliation and deposit preparation for the bank for monies at Lied Lodge.
o Provide cash control services for retail outlets on Applejack weekend.
o Assists with balancing credit card activity for Lodge and Gift Shops.
o Reviews Lodge activity for sales tax exemptions situations.
o Checks packages attached to guest rooms prior to arrival.
o Reviews banquet ticket codes and posts tickets.
o Calculates banquet service charges.
o Other duties as assigned by Accounting Manager.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
o Ability to provide world-class service to guests & Team Members
o Dedication to providing exceptional customer service.
o Familiarity and comfort level with computer programs such as Microsoft Office applications, ERP and POS systems.
o Ability to work individually and as part of a team.
o Ability to view a computer screen for several hours at a time.
o Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems in a professional and productive manner.
Qualifications:
o Minimum of 1-2 years of Accounting experience or 2 year degree with an Accounting emphasis; or equivalent combination of education and experience
o Relevant work experience preferred, including accounting exposure to retail, inventories, sales tax, hospitality industry, etc.
o Ability to maintain complete confidentiality relating to all business information, capable of a high degree of accuracy and 10-key by touch.
o Valid Driver’s License in good standing with the Department of Motor Vehicles
Schedule:
o Full-time position
o Typical schedule is Monday – Friday, 8AM-5PM
o Must have the ability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as necessary.
Salary & Benefits:
o Competitive annual salary, dependent upon experience
o Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k company match
o Company paid short-term disability & long-term disability
o Tuition Reimbursement program
o Paid-time off, paid sick leave, & paid volunteer leave
o Discounts on food, rooms, retail gift shop items, & golf
o Free admission to on-site attractions
o Access to pool & sauna
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