Senior Cash Accountant

COLLABORATION | AUTHENTICITY | PURPOSE | EMPOWERMENT

Alterra Mountain Company is a family of iconic year-round mountain destinations, the world’s largest heli-skiing operation, and Ikon Pass - the premier ski and snowboard season pass offering access to more than 50 iconic mountain destinations around the world. Headquartered in Denver, Colorado and born out of a shared love of the mountains and adventure, Alterra Mountain Company exists to shape the future of mountain adventure.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Free Ikon Pass for all eligible employees + additional free skiing/riding privileges across the family of Alterra Mountain Company resorts for eligible employees and their dependents

• Discounted skiing/riding for friends and family of eligible employees across the family of Alterra Mountain Company resorts

• Flexible Time Off (FTO) and Paid Time Off (PTO) policies for eligible employees to relax and recharge

• Generous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, rental cars, etc.

• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability insurance, EAP, HSAs, FSAs, and more

• 401(k) plan with generous company match

• Paid parental leave of up to 6 weeks for eligible employees

• Commuter benefits (Denver employees only)

• Hybrid workplace policy encouraging regular in-person collaboration in our dog-friendly company headquarters office located in Denver’s RiNo Art District neighborhood (for eligible employees).

For information on Alterra Mountain Company’s Social Responsibility work, please see our webpage at https://www.alterramtn.co/impact. Among other resources, Alterra has a slate of Employee Resource Groups to support our workforce.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Cash Accountant will be responsible for a variety of monthly accounting functions relating to Alterra Mountain Company resorts, including performing advanced accounting tasks, and assisting management in the general review of work performed by accounting staff. This role will serve as an individual contributor, as well as in a review capacity of the cash accountants’ work.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

General Responsibilities

• Responsible for reviewing, analyzing, reconciling, and researching bank accounts and credit card transactions for individual resorts and entities as assigned in accordance with US GAAP
• Ensure a complete and accurate month-end close process within established deadlines of the company
• Review journal entries to ensure appropriate supporting documentation is included as well as compliance with GAAP, company policies, and company procedures
• Review periodic balance sheet account reconciliations including AR depository, credit card, payroll, AP disbursement, and lodging in accordance with company standards with sufficient detail
• Research and resolve issues related to account reconciliations and outstanding issues by contacting the appropriate individuals to gather information, escalating matters appropriately, and proposing and implementing solutions
• Understand and communicate non-routine cash transactions and significant variances to stakeholders across various levels of the finance & accounting department
• Participate in the ongoing effort to streamline the cash management activities by refining existing processes, targeting upstream process improvements, and developing new reconciliation and reporting capabilities
• Review documentation provided to auditors and assist the auditors in their inquiries
• Special projects as needed

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Participate in and coordinate the hiring process for positions within the Cash accounting team
• Motivate, manage, counsel, support, and coach the Cash accounting team
• Support the development of motivated, well-trained cash accountants through consistent and constructive performance feedback on a regular basis
• Conduct monthly coaching sessions and bi-annual performance reviews
• Recognize and reward exceptional performance
• Ensure cash accountants uphold and adhere to all company policies and procedures
• Communicate information with the cash accountants to ensure knowledge of resort activities, events, and changes

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with all levels of organization
• Proficient in use of technology, especially Microsoft Office Products. Experience with D365 and Blackline is a plus
• Has strong analytical abilities combined with general accounting knowledge
• Proficient in oral and written communication skills. Is comfortable in speaking to large groups of people
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize several projects at once in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
• Ability to work with the accounting and functional groups and senior management to collect, normalize and analyze data for financial reporting. Ability to empower people, celebrate success, and drive high performance. Develop capabilities of others as a role model, a coach, and a mentor
• Professional/lived experience working in a culturally competent manner with a broad range of people.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Education

• BS in Accounting or Finance; CPA and/or MBA preferred

Experience

• 3+ years of experience in public accounting or equivalent industry experience
• 1+ years of supervisory financial management experience in private industry with proven abilities to work independently and successfully develop a high quality and effective team
• Experience with complex bank reconciliations required
• Experience with financial system implementation is a plus

The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to experience, education, training, location, merit system, quantity or quality of production, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel. The range listed is just one component of the Company’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term and long-term incentives and many region-specific benefits.

Denver area base salary range: $67,000-$93,000 per year.

Application Deadline: This position is open and still accepting applications.

Alterra Mountain Company and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers.