Senior Accountant

Who We Are

Teton Ridge is a visionary force in Western sports, entertainment, media, and lifestyle, dedicated to growing the world of the American West to new fans. Our content and events engage a broad community of fans while preserving the traditions and legacy of the American West.

From large-scale events like The American Rodeo to The Cowboy Channel, short films, digital and print media, and social-first content, Teton Ridge tells the stories of the rich culture of the American West. Join us in shaping the future of Western sports and entertainment!

Who You Are

Teton Ridge is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our team. This individual will be responsible for managing month-end and year-end close processes, preparing and reviewing journal entries and account reconciliations, and supporting the preparation of accurate financial statements in accordance with GAAP. The Senior Accountant will analyze financial data to identify trends and variances and help ensure adherence to established accounting policies and internal controls. This role also supports process improvements within the accounting function.

What You'll Do

• Financial Reporting - Be part of the team to prepare and analyze comprehensive financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements. 
• Compliance - Ensure adherence to all relevant accounting standards and regulations under the guidance of the Accounting Manager
• Internal Controls - Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and prevent fraud.
• Audit Management - Be part of the team to support the audit process. 
• Cost Management - Monitor and manage operational costs to optimize profitability.
• Stakeholder Communication - Collaborate with other departments, including sales, operations, and senior management, to provide financial insights and support strategic decision-making.

How You Will Succeed

• Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and its practical application to month-end and year-end close processes
• Understanding of accounting principles related to journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation
• Familiarity with internal control frameworks and how to apply them effectively in a lean, resource-constrained environment
• Knowledge of accounting systems and ERP/general ledger software, with openness to leveraging AI tools and automation as a complement to core accounting judgment
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify trends, variances, and discrepancies in financial data
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate financial information across business units and stakeholders
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines across shifting priorities
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and take ownership of tasks with minimal oversight
• Comfortable operating with ambiguity and adjusting quickly as priorities and business needs evolve
• Able to shift smoothly between competing priorities and business units while maintaining accuracy and quality of work
• Self-starter mindset with a desire to leave a personal mark on how the team's processes and reporting are structured

What We Are Looking For

• Either a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or working towards certification (or equivalent)
• 3-5 years accounting experience 
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Attention to detail and accuracy.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Teton Ridge we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

This is a hybrid position is based in Fort Worth, Texas.