Silver Dollar City - Senior Accountant (Exempt)

Summary: Provide positive support to Finance Leadership and all OMC Properties through accurate and efficient completion of reconciliations, analysis, budgets, forecasts and projects related to revenue.

This is a Year Round Exempt position. Please submit a formal resume with application.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Provide leadership to Finance and Operating Teams through timely analysis and financial support. Serve as a Financial Liaison for Branson properties; SDC Divisions as assigned; and for property management with Corporate Finance.
• Provide timely analysis and financial support to Finance and OMC leadership members.
• Provide training and advice as needed regarding financial policies and procedures, GAAP, and other accounting practices. Ensure accounting records are maintained and procedures are adhered to according to Corporate Accounting Procedures and GAAP.
• Analyze and make recommendations for profit improvement, expense controls and operational processes/efficiencies.
• Conduct general ledger/P&L reviews each period end as assigned and assist divisions and properties in preparation and review of P&L forecasts.
• Prepare and coordinate budget process to include developing targets, reviews with divisions and preparation of budget review packages.
• Ensure proper handling of customer credit card information in compliance with Property Procedures and Purchasing Card Industry (PCI) standards.
• Practice servant leadership; flex leadership, professional management skills, and consultative and participative decision-making skills.
• Ensure internal controls are designed and functioning in compliance with corporate policy and procedures, with deviations identified and corrective action taken.
• Assist in ticket revenue reconciliation process daily based on activity and analysis to ensure proper revenue has been recognized or deferred.
• Assist in ticket request and approval process, including preparation or review of proper product setup and assigned taxes.
• Learn the intricacies of all related systems/software.
• Constantly explore additional controls for audit and compliance with all procedures and policies.
• Address trends and provide solutions for irregularities in sales processing.
• Complete projects and financial analysis as assigned by Senior Accounting Manager.
• Assist in Accounting Period & Year End closing. Cross training in assigned aspects of financial closings and analysis.
• Analyze major accounts and prepares Period End reconciliation to general ledger.
• Provide training and advice as needed regarding financial policies and procedures, GAAP, and other accounting practices.
• Provide other support to Operational Management as needed, insuring accurate and timely information is provided.
• Insure accounting records are maintained/reconciled and procedures are adhered to according to Corporate Accounting Procedures and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Provide back-up support to other Finance Team Members as assigned. Assist in development and documentation of procedures.

Required Education and Skills/Abilities:

• Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university; or minimum two (2) years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and emails. Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Excel and Outlook.
• Knowledge and/or ability to learn (based on previous job experience): JD Edwards and AS400 accounting software, Paperwise, Blackline, Vivaticket ticketing systems, POS systems such as Simphony and Pronto, Report Manager, SMART database software and BEARS audit application.

Required Competency: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data.
• Demonstrates attention to detail.
• Ability and experience maintaining confidentiality of information.
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Completes projects on time and budget.
• Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others.
• Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments.
• Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; keeps emotions under control.
• Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; participates in meetings.
• Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information
• Exhibits confidence in self and others; inspires and motivates others to perform well; effectively influences actions and opinions of others; inspires respect and trust; provides vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates; displays passion and optimism, mobilizes others to fulfill the vision.
• Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values.
• Is consistently at work and on time; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Follows policies and procedures.
• Adapts to changes in the work environment; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.
• Volunteers readily; seek increased responsibilities; asks for and offers help when needed.
• Displays original thinking and creativity; meets challenges with resourcefulness; generates suggestions for improving work; develops innovative approaches and ideas.
• Displays willingness to make decisions; includes appropriate people in decision-making process; makes timely decisions.
• Sets and achieves challenging goals; demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles.
• Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently.
• Reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Completes work in timely manner; strives to increase productivity; works quickly
• Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.

Physical Requirements: The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, or kneel as needed for office related functions.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Employee must be able to climb and descent steps on an employee shuttle bus based on parking assignment. Walking up and down steps, uneven and sloped surfaces including to and from assigned employee parking located at the Park’s perimeter and employees’ assigned work station. Distance should be no greater than .5 miles one way.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually very quiet.

Benefits Offered 

• Free Admission - Free admission to Silver Dollar City Attractions and discounted admissions to Herschend Enterprises’ attractions and resorts across the US for you and your dependents.
• Exclusive Admission Discounts - Complimentary tickets & discounts on season passes for loved ones.
• Food & Merchandise Discounts - Discounts on dining, drinks and merchandise across Silver Dollar City Attractions.
• 401(k) & Profit Sharing - The Profit Sharing and 401(k) Retirement Plan is available to hosts after they have been with the Company for 3 months (Monthly Plan Entry Dates)
• Health Insurance - Affordable health plan options (co-pay, HSA, FSA) available to all full-time seasonal and year-round employees.
• Mary's Well House - Employee health center provides employees with basic office visits, x-rays and lab work for a co-pay, whether insured or not.
• Free Tuition - Earn your degree, debt-free. 100% free tuition starting day one of employment. Learn more at  https://herschend.guildeducation.com/partner

See all of the benefits offered through Silver Dollar City at: https://www.silverdollarcity.com/Employment/Benefits

Equal Opportunity Employer/ Disabled/ Veterans