Senior Accountant

Copper Mountain Resort is a vacation destination located 75 miles west of Denver, Colorado in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. Three vibrant, pedestrian-friendly village areas host lodging, retail outlets, restaurants, bars, and family activities. During the winter months, Copper's world-class terrain offers skiing and riding for all ages and abilities. Each summer, the mountain transforms into a playground for hikers, mountain bikers, and anyone seeking a genuine Colorado experience. Copper Mountain Resort is also home to Woodward Copper action-sports camps, programs, and training facility.

Job Title: Senior Accountant

Job Status: Year-Round Full-Time

Compensation and Benefits:

• Compensation: Proposed hiring rate of $2,653.85 to $2,915.38 biweekly amount, actual pay will be adjusted based on experience.
• Benefits: This position is eligible to enroll in company subsidized medical, dental, vision, flexible spending, HSA, life/disability options; season pass for employees/dependents and privileges at several other resorts. Several discount programs (i.e. food & beverage, retail/rental, tickets, etc.) also available.

Job Summary:

The Senior Accountant position is a full-time, year-round position at Copper Mountain. The accountant administers and coordinates general ledger transactions to maintain an accurate balance sheet and ensure truthful financial reporting. The accountant also works with Powdr Corp. accounting to make certain that Copper Mountain is in compliance with regard to government and other financial regulations within the privately owned company.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage multiple monthly financial close activities including but not limited to:
• Balance sheet account reconciliations
• Researching and correcting reconciling items.
• Reviews for accuracy and posts journal entries (including but not limited to revenue, payroll & benefits, COGS, AP, AR, inventory adjustments, and other general entries as needed)
• Assist with month-end/year-end close processes, journal entries, financial reporting & necessary reviews.
• Review financial transactions and accounting records for accuracy and completeness.
• Support the preparation of financial statements and internal reports.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies and account issues.
• Collaborate with internal departments to improve accounting processes and workflow efficiency.
• Provide guidance and support to accounting staff as needed.
• Oversee the prepaid expense schedules, reporting and journal entry posting.
• Collaborate with warehouse staff on proper inventory handling and accounting.
• Assists in any necessary ad-hoc GAAP research compliance projects.
• Prepares and compiles work papers for the year-end audit working closely with the external audit team.
• Engage in the annual property tax functions alongside Sr. Manager.
• Provide an overview of Capex accounting when necessary.

Other Duties as Assigned:

• This job description is an overview of the scope of responsibilities for this job and is not intended to be an inclusive list of job tasks and expectations. With the evolution of POWDR-Copper, the responsibilities of this position may change. The job must be prepared to accept new responsibilities and transfer others.
• Functions as an ambassador of Copper Mountain, modeling and sharing the Copper "culture" with our guests and employees. Upholds the most professional image. Continually strives to exceed our guest's expectations and create memories for our guests and staff.

All Leadership team members are expected to participate in the company's Front Line Assist program to assist in operations as needed, as well as to participate in Leadership events such as meetings, required trainings, and participating in employee dinners/events.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position does not directly supervise anyone, but there will be extensive work with other teams throughout the resort, and within the department. The person in this position is expected to treat all teammates at Copper Mountain with respect and understand we are all on one team.

Personal Attributes:

• Is honest and has the highest integrity.
• Is able to handle and manage confidential information.
• Handle multiple priorities in a changing environment.
• Someone who has a fun, dynamic, energetic, and positive personality and who constantly strives to be the best.
• Follows established policies and procedures. Is supportive of Core Values. Sets the example for others and is above reproach. Is comfortable to challenge established policies and procedures, but once established, is supportive of those rules.
• Is organized in tasks. Sees projects through to the finish. Has good follow-through and makes it a habit of getting back to people on issues.
• Can handle fast paced, potentially high-pressure environment.
• Is flexible with hours and days of work. Prioritizes and re-prioritizes health, personal time, and work, to have good balance in life.
• Is a real self starter with a strong ability to solve problems and research independently

Basic Requirements:

• Must be able to lift and carry items up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to visually review written and electronic documents
• Intermediate level skier or snowboarder (or willingness to learn)
• Due to the sensitive nature of this position, a criminal background check will be conducted after position is accepted. This background check will be done in accordance with standards enacted under the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
• 4-year accounting or finance degree required
• 3-5 years' prior accounting experience.
• 2+ years' experience with reconciling cash, cash equivalents & deferred revenue
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Preferred Experience and Special Skills:

• Proficient in use of computers to include Excel, Word, and Database Management software programs. Ability to quickly learn new applications.
• Active CPA License or actively pursuing the CPA Licensure a plus
• Master's degree in accounting or finance a plus
• Prior NetSuite experience preferred.
• Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment and learn new skills as needed.

This position will be posted and accepting applications until Wednesday, August 12th.

POWDR-Copper Mountain, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and that race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/protected veterans or any other applicable status protected by state or local law, are not taken into account in any employment decision. We offer competitive benefits, employee housing, and a unique work atmosphere. All of our job opportunities are located at Copper Mountain Resort in Summit County, Colorado. 90 miles west of Denver, we are situated in the heart of Colorado's playground. All candidates must fill out an application to be considered for employment.

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