Manager, Operational Accounting

SeaWorld•Orlando, FL

About The Position

SeaWorld is a world-renowned leader in the themed-park and entertainment industry. Our success is built on a passion for caring for animals and a dedication to delivering positive, memorable experiences to people from around the world. Were also committed to helping ambitious people achieve their professional best. We're always seeking exceptionally skilled and knowledgeable individuals to join our team. What it takes to succeed: This role is a dynamic and experienced leader who is able to pivot between overall business perspectives and hands-on management. You will report directly to the Director of Operational Accounting and lead the park level operations teams on questions related to accounting, process improvements or internal controls. You will be tasked with developing a standardized methodology for operations accounting to help standardize and ensure consistency among separate park locations both in processes and in control procedures. In this position, you will routinely work with varying levels of management at both the corporate office and across the Company’s parks.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
At least 7+ years of directly related accounting experience including 2+ years in a management position
Knowledge of accounting systems and applications including SAP, revenue systems and merchant portals preferred
Experience collaborating with other business units and/or functional areas

Nice To Haves

CPA preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Prepare and review journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations
Identify and implement best practices and process improvement opportunities related to areas of operational accounting.
Maintain a comprehensive understanding of manual and computerized accounting processes, applications and systems used by the Company.
Collaborate with business partners to identify and implement process improvements including solutions to help further automate the accounting close and monthly general ledger reconciliation process.
Promote a culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning and a commitment to quality.
Review accounting-related park level internal controls to ensure SOX controls are being implemented consistently among park locations.
Provide accounting responses/solutions based on U.S. GAAP
Generate financial reporting documents
Develop ad hoc analyses for both internal and external customers
Leverage knowledge of our standard policies and procedures including, Blackline
Ensure effective internal controls for timely, accurate, and efficient accounting/reporting
Review significant contracts and provide critical input to management
Update policies and procedures in line with evolving guidance
Provide team training/leadership and guide the monthly accounting close
Effectively communicate and execute performance management
Assist other finance/accounting functions (e.g., financial reporting, tax, budgeting, etc.)
Take on special projects as needed