Accounting Analyst

Provide data to the Executive Team and assist with the supervision of the accounting department personnel in accordance with company procedures. Identify and analyze performance opportunities across all lines of business.  Ensure accounting practices within the operation are conducted in an accurate and timely manner. This position reports to the Accounting Manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• General accounting analysis, forecasting and reporting. Development of reporting and tracking may include but not limited to financial, labor stats, revenue forecast, maintenance reserve, capital expenditures.
• Provide weekly performance reporting year over year.
• Complete required forms for proper documentation of CER (Capital Expenditure Request) and equipment purchases; Process CER invoices for payment and monitor account balances for the region.
• Enhance and implement Financial Performance Matrix by month compared to prior year for the region.
• Assist with ensuring compliance with general accounting procedures and company policy, including compliance, training, and reporting.
• Train and direct on-site accounting personnel in established record-keeping activities including processing of Accounts Payable, Daily Cash Reports, Payroll, Transfers, Inventories, and other prescribed duties and ensure timely submission is met for all required documents.
• Ensure credit card disputes and duplicate charges by coordinating with guests and financial establishment, and provide pertinent information as needed
• Assist units with cash reports as needed, including entering, identifying, investigating and fixing errors.  Ensure that all cash reports and related documents follow corporate requirements.
• Assist with processing payroll bi-weekly.
• Control and ensure the timely processing, payment, and verification of invoices and account codes.
• Order office supplies and forms, regulate distribution and maintain inventory of supplies.
• Schedule maintenance of office machines/equipment.  Keep maintenance contract information.
• Compile and update accounting department training manuals.
• Troubleshoot and assist in problem solving with employees at other locations and departments relating to transactions.
• Assist in training key personnel and managers on the systems use and paperwork process.
• When IT specialist is not available, coordinate with corporate IT support to assist in fixing software issues within the park and follow up to make sure issue is resolved.
• Identify and investigate mistakes in cash reports and conduct the necessary process to fix them with corporate.
• Enter cash reports for departments and locations that have issues win entering their reports.
• Uphold to corporate requirements and send copies of all cash reports, deposit tickets, deposit logs, and credit card settlements.
• Performs other related duties as directed or required.

SKILL AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE

• High School Diploma/G.E.D. required; college-level education in accounting strongly preferred
• At least 1 year of experience in an administrative position and 5 years of experience in accounting or a related field
• Ability to communicate clearly, professionally, and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information
• Must be service and safety oriented
• Must possess a sense of awareness, timelines, urgency, common sense, and have a very strong attention to detail
• Strong experience with Windows and MS Office software required including proficiency in building Excel reports and presentations, Visual one Property Management software experience preferred

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Lift, carry, and push up to10 lbs. frequently, 20 lbs. occasionally
• Ability to sit for long periods up to two hour stretches. Perform repetitive motions like bending, grasping, and typing. 
• Read and write work-related documents in English
• Constantly communicate and receive written and verbal communication with other employees in fast-paced environment
• Ability to analyze data and business opportunities.

Equipment Used

• • Typical office equipment (computer, multi-line phone system, fax, copier, scanner, among others).
  • Required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) used: goggles and gloves