Senior Inventory Accounting Assistant

at  Vail Resorts Corporate

Our mission is to create the Experience of a Lifetime for our employees, so they can, in turn, create the Experience of a Lifetime for our guests. We own and operate the most renowned destination resorts in the world as well as regional and local ski areas outside major cities, and connect them all through one unrivaled network. We are looking for ambitious leaders, innovators and creators to join our talented team. If you’re ready to pursue your fullest potential, we want to get to know you!
Candidates for year-round positions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the posting date, or until the position is filled (whichever is first).

JOB SUMMARY:

As a member of the Vail Resorts Finance organization, Vail Resorts’ Retail team is committed to Building Leaders and Driving Value. The Inventory Accounting - Sr Assistant is a crucial resource providing accounting support for all aspects of Vail Resorts’ retail inventory including inventory at retail locations such as Epic Mountain Gear and our Partner Door locations. This individual will support the VRR Inventory Accounting Analyst and the Inventory Accounting Manager from an operational and monthly close management perspective. Monthly responsibilities include: journal entry preparation, account reconciliation, variance analysis, and additional ad hoc duties as requested. Daily responsibilities include: field communication, inventory adjustments, cost correction entries, and system research. This job requires the ability to meet deadlines while paying keen attention to detail. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic team player with a can-do attitude, strong work ethic, with the ability to periodically support field operations outside of business hours.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 1 year accounting experience preferred
• High volume inventory experience a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications: intermediate to advanced Excel skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks, adapt quickly to changing business needs, and communicate effectively through email
• Self-starter with a drive for excellence, able to build strong working relationships throughout the organization and a proven ability to be a leader in a dynamic and changing environment.
• Knowledge of PeopleSoft Financials system, Merchandise Management System (MMS), Coupa, and OnBase experience (Preferred).
  The expected Total Compensation for this role is $20.00 - $24.50. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support VRR locations across North America by performing inventory adjustments and inventory related reporting on a daily and weekly basis
• Perform monthly close duties including: creating timely and accurate journal entries related to retail inventory and reconciling inventory balance sheet accounts
• Communicate with the field on counts and making sure they are received before monthly adjusting JEs are made
• Support the annual physical Inventory Process
• Attend and engage in team meetings
• Support Internal and External teams including: Retail Stores, Distribution Centers, AP, Audit, etc.
• Conduct administrative work related to annual physical inventory counts
• Active participation in driving results to meet individual, team, and department objectives
• Ad-hoc reporting as requested

Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus:

• Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
• Free ski passes for dependents
• Critical Illness and Accident plan