Cedar Point Looking for Accountant III- Accounts Payable at Sandusky, Michigan, United States Full Time

Full Job Description

Overview:

Cedar Fair is seeking an Accountant III –
Accounts Payable (AP) at our corporate office in
Sandusky, OH. The Accountant III – AP will work in a
fast paced and high volume environment leveraging automated software
in reviewing and processing accounts payable invoices, check requests,
expense reports, and purchasing card transactions for locations within
the United States and Canada to ensure timely disbursements per vendor
and company payment terms. The Accountant III – AP will rely upon
their experience, acquired knowledge and discretion in the evaluation
of capital versus expense analysis and multi-state and
multi-jurisdictional sales and use tax application.

This full-time position will report to a Corporate Supervisor – AP
and will be an integral component of the Shared Accounting Services
environment.

Cedar Fair, a leader in the amusement
park and hospitality business, offers challenging and rewarding career
opportunities. Joining our Shared Accounting Services (SAS) team not
only offers the unique opportunity to become part of a well-respected,
financially stable entertainment industry leader with a 150-year
heritage of creating lifelong memories, but also presents you with a
chance to advance your career in the exciting consumer services
sector! Cedar Fair offers competitive compensation packages that
include bonus programs and comprehensive benefit plans with
healthcare/dental/vision, paid vacation/sick time, paid holidays, 401k
program, and complimentary season passes to create your own memories
at all 15 parks owned and operated by Cedar Fair.

Responsibilities:

• Review accounts payable batches for
  proper general ledger coding and adherence to company policies.
• Review policy parameters to include exercising judgement on
  capital versus expense determinations.
• Provide an
  independent evaluation of sales and use tax assessments on vendor
  invoices.
• Continually research and stay current on
  knowledge of sales and use tax laws, rules, and regulations in all
  Cedar Fair jurisdictions to help Cedar Fair stay in compliance and to
  leverage any opportunities for cost savings. Disseminates information
  as needed to keep others informed.
• Works closely with the
  Cedar Fair Tax department and Park Directors-Financial Accounting to
  assure understanding of tax judgment is sound, reasonable, fair and in
  compliance.
• Assist in training of Accounts Payable staff on
  determination of sales and use tax.
• Prepare state and local
  use tax returns for each entity and submit to Manager in a timely
  fashion to ensure payments are made prior to deadlines.
• Reconcile select AP and related general ledger accounts monthly,
  specifically use tax liability.
• Complete quarter-end
  schedules as assigned.
• Prepare periodic accruals and
  provide to the Regional Financial Accounting teams.
• Set
  priorities, organize, and accomplish tasks within defined deadlines.
• Possess ability to calculate, post, and manage vendor
  account and financial records.
• Research issues for vendors
  and associates.
• Assume role as initial point of contact for
  any external use tax audits and assist in sales tax audits.
• Lead in hiring, training, supervision, and performance review process
  for seasonal and part-time AP staff.
• Assist in fielding
  questions from other CF departments regarding the correct application
  of sales/use tax.
• Adhere to and enforce all Cedar Fair
  policies and procedures, including safety, attendance and EEO
  policies, and will demonstrate commitment to Cedar Fair core values
  and Cedar Fair cornerstones.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
  or finance from an accredited four-year college or university and/or a
  minimum of 4-6 years combined accounting and/or industry related
  experience.
• Understanding of basic accounting practices.
• Experience with ERP software, Hyland, or other automated A/P
  systems.
• Multi-jurisdictional Sales and Use Tax knowledge
  is required.
• Solid critical thinking skills to ensure the
  company only pays the taxes due with a high level of accuracy and
  efficiency.
• Proficient in Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook
  (MicroSoft Suite) and pdf (Adobe Acrobat).
• Excellent
  written, interpersonal, and verbal communication skills and able to
  work effectively independently and collaboratively in a team setting.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, analytical skills, and
  time management skills.
• Confidence to ask questions and get
  clarification, display a positive attitude, and have a strong work
  ethic.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with the
  capability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Dependable, honest and exhibits integrity.
• Ability to pass
  a background check, if 18 years of age or older, which may include,
  but is not limited to, credit, criminal, DMV, previous employment,
  education and personal references, per Company policy, unless
  prohibited by federal, state, or provincial law.
• Ability to
  work nights, weekends, and holiday periods to meet business needs.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License.

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