Location 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 one of our Location Controllers, you will play a vital role in supporting the day-to-day administrative functions that keep the park running smoothly.

 

Job Summary:

This Location Controller is responsible for managing the accounting operations throughout Yellowstone National Park. In this position, one must ensure accurate reporting of sales revenue, maintain security of the location's monetary assets, and supervise the other location accounting personnel for the summer season.

 

The Details:Position Type: SeasonalSeason Dates: Late April 2027 to Late October 2027Pay: $1,908 to $1,988/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

• Manage accounting staff (1-11 employees), including scheduling, training, evaluating performance, and providing guidance
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, including daily sales summaries and departmental reports, to the General Accounting Office (GAO) and location departments
• Maintain security and accuracy of cash flow, house bank, corporate assets, and numbered documents
• Enforce adherence to Xanterra accounting policies and procedures across all departments, providing training and assistance as needed
• Handle payroll-related tasks, including confirming hourly employees in Kronos, reporting weekly payroll, and distributing checks
• Communicate and collaborate with GAO, department managers, and Internal Auditor, offering assistance and maintaining confidentiality
• Oversee office supplies management, emergency procedures training, and maintain a professional attitude for optimal guest and employee service
• Perform additional duties as assigned, including Night Auditor, Senior Audit Clerk, and Audit Clerk functions when necessary

Qualifications

• 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®, IBM Client Access®
• Knowledge of the following software: Kronos Timekeeping®
• General cash handling experience preferred
• A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is preferred

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.