Field Accounting Assistant Manager (Controller) - Yellowstone National Park

Overview

 

Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Field Accounting team in Yellowstone National Park!

 

Are you enthusiastic about hospitality, people, and beautiful places? By working at Yellowstone National Park, you will get all three! As the Field Accounting Assistant Manager , you will play a vital role in supporting the day-to-day administrative functions that keep the park running smoothly.

 

Job Summary:

The Assistant Manager, Field Accounting is responsible for developing and implementing training programs for accounting operations at various locations, which includes creating training materials and supervising seasonal trainers. This role also involves hiring and managing a seasonal staff, ensuring compliance with accounting policies, and providing ongoing support to location accounting offices. Additionally, the position requires extensive travel throughout the park to assist with daily operations and training initiatives.

 

The Details:Position Type: SeasonalSeason Dates: Early April 2026 to Mid October 2026Pay: $2,000/Bi-Weekly

 

Life in Yellowstone: 

• Employee housing (dormitory-style) and on-site employee meals (cafeteria-style) provided at low cost
• Free on-site laundry facility, Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth), and utilities included
• Free Yellowstone & Grand Teton National Park pass
• Employee Recreation Program (recreation centers, athletics, gear rentals, seminars, van trips, hiking, and more)
• Access to discounted services at Yellowstone Medical Clinics operated by STGi.
• Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts
• $350 Referral Bonus Program 

Benefits: 

• Xanterra offers competitive benefit programs and services for eligible employees. For more information, click here. 

Responsibilities

• Perform all duties toward the goal of providing excellent guest service.
• Travel to all locations within assigned area to meet with staff weekly.
• Audit procedures and documentation to ensure compliance with Xanterra’s accounting standards.
• Assist with the opening and closing of each office.
• Assist in the covering of location accounting shifts, as needed.
• Foster a merit-driven approach by leveraging relevant qualifications and expertise to drive projects and achieve goals. 
• Recommend and implement changes to improve the efficiency of department operations.
• Promote company sustainability initiatives by preventing negative impacts to the environment and encouraging best practices.
• Completion of duties assigned by the Manager, Field Accounting. 
  • These duties may include research projects, development projects, writing/updating field manuals (including the online manual for Controllers & Night Auditors), organization of supplies and equipment, etc.

Qualifications

• Possess a valid driver's license and has a clean driving record
• Accounting degree and/or related work experience
• Strong communication and people skills
• Supervisory skills
• Motivational, organizational, and time management skills
• Knowledge of general office procedures
• Office machine skills, especially PC experience
• Knowledge of the following PC software: MS Word®, MS Excel®, MS Outlook®, MS Powerpoint®, MS Access®, IBM Client Access®
• Knowledge of the following software: Kronos Timekeeping®

Physical Requirements include:

• Sitting at a desk for extended periods of time
• Extensive walking, lifting, and transporting of supplies and equipment at times
• Loading company vehicles, moving supplies and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds to and from work stations on location (up to 100 yards)

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.