What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant II position at Baseline Fitness?
Benefits
Reports to: Controller
Status: Full Time, Exempt
Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Fargo, North Dakota, Baseline Fitness is a leading franchisee in
the Planet Fitness system with more than 130 locations across ten states. Planet Fitness Inc. (NYSE:
PLNT), the franchisor, is one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness
centers with more members than any other fitness brand and 2,900 locations system-wide.
Baseline Fitness is looking for a highly motivated Accountant with 3 years of experience to support
our tremendous organizational growth in a highly collaborative environment.
Job Summary
The Accountant II will assist the Controller in timely completion month-end and annual closing
processes, as well as perform financial analysis to improve business performance.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Enhancing people’s lives with an affordable, high-quality fitness experience requires a team of inspiring, motivated and fun-loving go-getters. As one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers in the United States, Planet Fitness is just getting warmed up. We’re continuously seeking top talent to join us in cultivating the Judgement Free Zone® and shaping the future of our brand. With more than 2,000 locations in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Canada, the Dominican Republic, Panama, Mexico and Australia, there’s plenty of opportunity on our Planet and we are always looking for talented individuals to join our team!
Our member mission says it best: our product is a tool, a means to an end; not a brand name or a mold maker, but a tool that can be used by anyone. To use our product, members need to feel inspired and motivated. That’s where you come in. If you’re looking for a place where you can make a difference in a customer’s life, you’ve found it. Come to add your mojo to the Judgement Free Zone, but stay for the feeling that you’re making a difference on our Planet.
TO FIND YOUR PERFECT FIT, SEARCH FOR A CLUB OPPORTUNITY NEAR YOU.
Employees at a franchise location are employed by the Franchisee and are not employees of PFHQ (the Franchisor). PFHQ neither dictates nor controls labor or employment matters for franchisees or their employees, and does not retain any reserved authority to control the terms and conditions of employment for franchisees or their employees. Each franchisee is responsible for ensuring compliance with local, state and federal law.
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
Reports to: Controller
Status: Full Time, Exempt
Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Fargo, North Dakota, Baseline Fitness is a leading franchisee in
the Planet Fitness system with more than 130 locations across ten states. Planet Fitness Inc. (NYSE:
PLNT), the franchisor, is one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness
centers with more members than any other fitness brand and 2,900 locations system-wide.
Baseline Fitness is looking for a highly motivated Accountant with 3 years of experience to support
our tremendous organizational growth in a highly collaborative environment.
Job Summary
The Accountant II will assist the Controller in timely completion month-end and annual closing
processes, as well as perform financial analysis to improve business performance.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Take a lead role in reviewing/entering and approving journal entries across multiple entities
- Ensure company standards and policies are adhered to across accounting functions
- Prepare various balance sheet account reconciliations, analyze monthly activity and validate balances.
- Prepare and present financials monthly to regional managers and department heads.
- Assist Controller, CFO and CEO in preparation of financial analysis, as well as internal and external reporting as needed
- Assist with preparation of audit schedules and responding to audit requests.
- Assist in special projects and other miscellaneous assignments as needed
- Provide recommendations to improve month end processes, financial controls, forecasting and general analytics
- 3 years related professional experience in an accounting/finance environment
- Bachelors degree in Accounting
- General accounting experience as well as a solid understanding of GAAP, including past work with account reconciliations, preparing journal entries, and account analysis
- Motivated individual able to meet tight deadlines on a monthly basis with a desire to attain team objectives
- Excellent Oral and Written Communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel. Knowledge of NetSuite preferred but not required.
- Proven ability to work with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
- Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple priorities
Enhancing people’s lives with an affordable, high-quality fitness experience requires a team of inspiring, motivated and fun-loving go-getters. As one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers in the United States, Planet Fitness is just getting warmed up. We’re continuously seeking top talent to join us in cultivating the Judgement Free Zone® and shaping the future of our brand. With more than 2,000 locations in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Canada, the Dominican Republic, Panama, Mexico and Australia, there’s plenty of opportunity on our Planet and we are always looking for talented individuals to join our team!
Our member mission says it best: our product is a tool, a means to an end; not a brand name or a mold maker, but a tool that can be used by anyone. To use our product, members need to feel inspired and motivated. That’s where you come in. If you’re looking for a place where you can make a difference in a customer’s life, you’ve found it. Come to add your mojo to the Judgement Free Zone, but stay for the feeling that you’re making a difference on our Planet.
TO FIND YOUR PERFECT FIT, SEARCH FOR A CLUB OPPORTUNITY NEAR YOU.
Employees at a franchise location are employed by the Franchisee and are not employees of PFHQ (the Franchisor). PFHQ neither dictates nor controls labor or employment matters for franchisees or their employees, and does not retain any reserved authority to control the terms and conditions of employment for franchisees or their employees. Each franchisee is responsible for ensuring compliance with local, state and federal law.