Senior Finance Manager

ARAMARK Parks & Destinations (APD) a $200 million revenue stand alone division of ARAMARK's Sports & Entertainment has great places to visit - and fabulous places to work! Imagine working at a highly rated heritage property… at a resort surrounded by stunning natural beauty & wildlife… or at a tour operation where we help our guests discover the best in nature - and in themselves.

APD maintains relationships with the following national parks: Denali National Park and Preserve, Alaska (as part of a joint venture with Doyon, Limited); Ellis Island National Monument, N.Y.; Muir Woods National Monument, Calif.; Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, Ariz. and Utah; Mesa Verde National Park, Colo.; Olympic National Park, Wash.; Shenandoah National Park, Virginia; and a river guide permit within Grand Canyon National Park, Ariz.

This position is located at our Phoenix office 5 days/week & requires 25% travel. This is role ranges from $100-120K annually. ​

Job Responsibilities

We are currently seeking an experienced accounting professional to be the Senior Controller for ARAMARK Parks & Destinations' Lake Powell Operations. As a Senior Controller you will be responsible for managing the overall accounting functions and supporting management in the operations and reporting of their businesses. Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing regular financial reporting and analysis and managing the monthly close process.
• Managing the day to day accounting operations of A/R, A/P, Payroll, and revenue reporting to ensure continuing quality of services. Motivating and developing the accounting team. Researching and resolving accounting issues.
• Ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and completing monthly and annual client reporting.
• Developing and documenting key accounting policies and ensuring compliance with the key controls over financial reporting. Working with operations to ensure compliance with other operational controls.
• Assisting the Regional Finance Director and senior leadership in developing annual operating and financial budgets, performing regular P&L analysis, updating projections monthly, and providing other ad hoc analysis.
• Working closely with the corporate office and support teams to ensure compliance with ARAMARK standards and other external or client requirements. Managing the annual external and client audits.
• Supporting an environment of continuous improvement by making recommendations and implementing solutions where possible.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required. CPA or MBA, with public accounting experience in a larger firm preferred.
• 5-10 years of progressive experience in managing accounting operations and close processes, budgeting, financial reporting and analysis, contract management, internal controls, audit, or related experience. Hospitality experience preferred.
• Supervisory experience, self directed, and ability to excel in a fast paced, seasonal business environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work with various levels of management to provide support, ensures the effectiveness of internal controls, and consult on controlling costs and maximizing profits.
• Proficiency in Excel and strong analytical and organizational skills essential.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.