General Purpose
The Accounting Clerk / Cash Clerk is responsible for daily revenue audits, managing deposits and cash on hand through the cash cage, and supporting month-end close as needed. This role serves as the liaison between the Brian Head Resort accounting team and every revenue-generating department on the mountain.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Verify and audit daily business reports for lift tickets, ski and ride school, lodging, retail, rentals, and food and beverage.
- Agree all payment forms to the appropriate backup, and confirm that every refund and void is supported and justified.
- Review and resolve audit discrepancies with the appropriate department supervisor, manager, or director. This requires strong problem-solving and diplomatic communication skills.
- Prepare and post journal entries that feed daily reporting for revenue, payroll estimates, skier visits, room nights, and snow reports.
- Assist with month-end close as needed, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and research of account balances.
Cash Cage Responsibilities
- Prepare cash deposits for transport to the bank.
- Provide change funds to all outlets across the resort.
- Receive and log bank bags containing cash and credit card receipts.
- Maintain accurate cash-on-hand counts and follow resort cash-handling controls.
Other Responsibilities
- Research and respond to credit card chargebacks.
- Assist with special projects as requested.
- Provide additional support to the accounting department as needed.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Experience with Google Sheets; Siriusware point-of-sale system; and Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Analytical ability, precision, problem-solving, memory, concentration, and reasoning.
- Proficiency with 10-key.
Education and Experience
- Accounting degree preferred, or currently enrolled in an accounting, finance, or business program.
- High school diploma considered for candidates with general ledger experience.