accountant Denver, CO
Pursuit Collection
Full Time
Denver, CO
75000 - 65000 USD ANNUAL Today
Job description
What will be your daily pursuit?:
This list describes at a high level what this job requires, but no job description can anticipate every single task, issue or project that could come up. Pursuit reserves the right to adjust, reduce, add, or change job tasks as needed for the success of the business. To handle this job successfully, any person hired must be able to perform responsibilities as described. Pursuit will make any reasonable accommodation to help a person with disabilities perform their job. This job is based in Denver, CO and legal ability to work in the US is required.What will your work environment be like?:
We deliver rich travel experiences to the global market in iconic destinations through its unique hotels and lodges, recreational attractions, ground transportation services, retail, food and beverage, sightseeing, tours and travel products. Today, the company enjoys strong perennial demand with operations in or adjacent to Banff, Jasper and Waterton Lakes National Parks in Canada, and Glacier and Denali National Parks in the United States in addition to FlyOver Canada in Vancouver, B.C., FlyOver Iceland in Reykjavik. In addition, new attractions coming soon include two FlyOver theater attractions in Las Vegas and Toronto, and a premier oceanfront geothermal lagoon experience near Reykjavik, Iceland - Sky Lagoon. The company is executing an aggressive growth strategy, expanding into multiple geographies and iconic locations that enjoy perennial visitor demand.
We are strengthening and improving our culture, our attractions and our operations to deliver these unforgettable guest and staff experiences. We will work hard to refine and execute our strategic plan for the expansion of the business, accelerate profitable revenue growth through strategic capital deployment, drive strong organic growth of our existing businesses, and acquire unique and complementary businesses. We will work tirelessly to build a strong entrepreneurial, fun and rewarding culture for our team members.EEO Information: Pursuit is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. Pursuit values diverse backgrounds and experience and we welcome all who are eligible to work in Canada to apply! We thank all candidates for their interest, however, please note that only applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted. If selected for an interview, please advise us if you require an accommodation.
The Payroll Accountant is a member of a highly collaborative accounting team reporting to the Accounting Manager. This position plays an important role in the overall Pursuit Finance and Accounting organization by helping prepare timely and accurate financial reports and ensuring appropriate accounting control procedures for payroll and other general ledger activities. As a Corporate Payroll Accountant, you will be responsible for, but not limited to preparing journal entries, completing account reconciliations, and supporting the monthly close process.
- $65,000 - $75,000/year
- Hybrid work environment with three days in the office and two from home
- Discounts at Pursuit hotels and restaurants when you travel to our iconic locations
- Support the monthly close processes for the entities in North America and Canada through completion of recurring payroll journal entries (not processing payroll).
- As time permits, assist with other accounting activities outside of payroll such as posting entries, reconciling and overseeing standard accounting items for US entities.
- Prepare balance sheet account reconciliations and variance analysis to ensure financial statement accuracy.
- Managing ADP GL Account mapping, running reports and balancing payroll runs.
- Processing equity compensation accounting (restricted stock and stock options).
- Assist with the financial reporting process.
- Assist with internal and external audits.
- Solve ad-hoc accounting issues following technical US GAAP guidance as needed.
- Perform ad-hoc reporting and analysis as needed.
- Become involved in the operations of the company and suggest improvements to current accounting and reporting processes.
- Complete accounting assignments in an environment of intellectual curiosity, problem solving, accuracy and efficiency.
- Develop relationships with key internal and external partners.
- A bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or equivalent work experience required.
- A minimum of two years of work experience in accounting preferred.
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills required.
- Strong commitment to working on a team.
- Ability to be resourceful, flexible and adaptable.
- Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Have solid communication skills, attention to detail and focus on quality.
- Have an excellent hospitality mindset and both internal and external guest service skills.
- Have a strong sense of urgency and desire to “get things done”.
- Have a natural drive and curiosity about how to continuously improve the business.
- Suggest solutions based on what you learn every day on the job.
This list describes at a high level what this job requires, but no job description can anticipate every single task, issue or project that could come up. Pursuit reserves the right to adjust, reduce, add, or change job tasks as needed for the success of the business. To handle this job successfully, any person hired must be able to perform responsibilities as described. Pursuit will make any reasonable accommodation to help a person with disabilities perform their job. This job is based in Denver, CO and legal ability to work in the US is required.
Pursuit is a hospitality and attractions company that connects guests and staff to iconic places through unforgettable and inspiring experiences and strives to become the world’s leading provider of experiential adventure travel. Pursuit generates revenue and shareholder value as one of two business units operated by Viad, an S&P SmallCap 600 international experiential services company, traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol VVI.
We deliver rich travel experiences to the global market in iconic destinations through its unique hotels and lodges, recreational attractions, ground transportation services, retail, food and beverage, sightseeing, tours and travel products. Today, the company enjoys strong perennial demand with operations in or adjacent to Banff, Jasper and Waterton Lakes National Parks in Canada, and Glacier and Denali National Parks in the United States in addition to FlyOver Canada in Vancouver, B.C., FlyOver Iceland in Reykjavik. In addition, new attractions coming soon include two FlyOver theater attractions in Las Vegas and Toronto, and a premier oceanfront geothermal lagoon experience near Reykjavik, Iceland - Sky Lagoon. The company is executing an aggressive growth strategy, expanding into multiple geographies and iconic locations that enjoy perennial visitor demand.
We are strengthening and improving our culture, our attractions and our operations to deliver these unforgettable guest and staff experiences. We will work hard to refine and execute our strategic plan for the expansion of the business, accelerate profitable revenue growth through strategic capital deployment, drive strong organic growth of our existing businesses, and acquire unique and complementary businesses. We will work tirelessly to build a strong entrepreneurial, fun and rewarding culture for our team members.
Pursuit Collection
www.pursuitcollection.com
Denver, CO
David Barry
Unknown / Non-Applicable
1001 to 5000 Employees
Company - Public
Hotels & Resorts
2016
