Senior Account

Company Description

Kentucky Kingdom Theme and Water Park is  Kentucky’s largest amusement and water park in the heart of Louisville, Kentucky. Spanning 67 acres, it offers family-friendly entertainment with over 70 rides and attractions.

Kentucky Kingdom is part of Herschend’s family of brands. Herschend is the world’s largest family-held themed attractions company, with a portfolio of more than four dozen properties, including destinations, resorts, theme parks, water parks, immersive experiences, and content enjoyed by audiences worldwide. While each brand is unique, all are united by a shared purpose: Bringing Families Closer Together by Creating Memories Worth Repeating®. Together, we love in all we do, every day—caring for one another, welcoming our guests with warmth, and making a positive difference in our communities.

Role Description

This position is responsible for the overall oversight of the Finance department and assisting the Director of Finance with closing the general ledger each period and year end, reconciliation of balance sheet accounting, completing journal entries, and financial analysis and reporting for the park.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Bachelor's Degree - Accounting (four year college or university).
• Minimum of Four (4) years of related experience.
• Computer competency in Microsoft Office products, with high level of skill in Excel. Experience with Oracle accounting software preferred.
• Ability to stand, sit, and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to reach, including above shoulder, bend, squat, kneel, and handle items as necessary.
• Ability to occasionally lift/carry and push/pull items as necessary.
• Ability to work primarily in indoor environment, with occasional work outside in extreme weather conditions such as high temperatures.
• Ability to work and maintain calm atmosphere in high stress, dynamic atmosphere.
• Ability to work some weekends and Holidays
• CMA or CPA is a plus.