What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance Manager position at Six Flags St. Louis?
The Numbers Behind the Thrills
Think theme parks are all about roller coasters, water slides, and funnel cakes? They are-but behind every unforgettable guest experience is a finance team keeping the operation running smoothly. We're looking for a motivated, detail-loving Finance Coordinator to help support the financial engine of our amusement and water parks.
This is a fantastic entry-level opportunity to learn the ropes of accounting and financial analysis while working side-by-side with on-site park leadership and corporate finance. If you're eager to grow, enjoy variety, and want a career where spreadsheets meet splash zones-you'll fit right in.
What You'll Be Doing
Finance HQ Support
Think theme parks are all about roller coasters, water slides, and funnel cakes? They are-but behind every unforgettable guest experience is a finance team keeping the operation running smoothly. We're looking for a motivated, detail-loving Finance Coordinator to help support the financial engine of our amusement and water parks.
This is a fantastic entry-level opportunity to learn the ropes of accounting and financial analysis while working side-by-side with on-site park leadership and corporate finance. If you're eager to grow, enjoy variety, and want a career where spreadsheets meet splash zones-you'll fit right in.
What You'll Be Doing
Finance HQ Support
- Help prepare monthly financial reports, variance analyses, and dashboards that tell the story behind park performance
- Assist with month-end close activities in partnership with corporate finance
- Track budgets, forecasts, and expenses-spotting trends and flagging surprises
- Maintain accurate financial reports and schedules (details matter!)
- Communicate regularly with corporate finance to keep reporting on track
- Process purchase orders
- Support customer billing and reconciliations
- Monitor aging reports and help follow up on outstanding balances
- Keep organized records that support audits and internal controls
- Help track labor costs, operating expenses, and revenue performance
- Assist with basic analysis tied to attendance, pricing, and promotions
- Maintain financial models and data files used for park decision-making
- Jump in on ad hoc projects and day-to-day finance support as needed
- Maintain dashboards and KPIs
- Investigate discrepancies and chargebacks
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (or currently working toward one)
- 0–2 years of internship or entry-level experience in finance or accounting
- Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial statements
- Proficiency in Excel
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Clear communication skills and a collaborative mindset
- Eager to learn and excited to build a career in finance
- Comfortable in a hands-on, operational environment
- Able to juggle multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Positive, proactive, and team-oriented
- Willing to work on-site and support park operations during busy seasons
- Competitive entry-level salary
- Eligibility for performance-based incentives or bonuses
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Complimentary or discounted park admission and employee perks
- Training, mentorship, and growth opportunities across a multi-location entertainment organization