AR/AP Staff Accountant

About the role

The AR/AP Staff Accountant is a key member of the Finance & Accounting team for a growing immersive entertainment company operating across four sites: United States (2), Canada, and Iceland. This role supports day-to-day accounting operations across the Flyover Attractions platform, with a primary focus on accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash activity, and general accounting support. 
Partnering closely with the Controller and Finance & Accounting team, this role helps ensure vendor invoices, customer billings, payments, reconciliations, and accounting records are processed accurately and on time. The Staff Accountant will also support month-end close, reporting, audit requests, and ongoing improvements to accounting processes and systems. 
This is a hybrid role with 3 days in office.

Location:

• Chicago, IL - Navy Peir

Compensation:

• $60,000USD/annually
• Extended Benefits

What you'll do

• Manage day-to-day Accounts Payable activities, including reviewing and coding invoices, routing approvals, entering invoices, and supporting timely payment processing
• Maintain vendor records, respond to vendor inquiries, research discrepancies, and resolve payment issues
• Support Accounts Receivable activities, including customer invoicing, recording payments, monitoring outstanding balances, and following up on past-due accounts
• Reconcile AP and AR subledgers to the general ledger and investigate differences
• Assist with cash and bank activity, including payment application, deposits, and bank reconciliations
• Prepare and post routine journal entries and supporting schedules for month-end close
• Reconcile assigned balance sheet and general ledger accounts and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner
• Assist with intercompany transactions and reconciliations across multiple entities and locations
• Support expense, credit card, and other accounting reconciliations as assigned
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting and close activities
• Prepare supporting documentation for internal and external audit requests
• Maintain accurate accounting records and documentation in accordance with company policies and GAAP
• Partner with site leaders and internal departments to resolve invoice, billing, coding, and payment questions
• Support Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central implementation, process documentation, and transition from legacy systems
• Identify opportunities to improve AP, AR, and accounting workflows and strengthen internal controls
• Provide general accounting support and assist with other Finance & Accounting projects as needed

Skills & Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to research and resolve discrepancies
• Ability to work independently while knowing when to escalate questions or issues
• Strong communication and customer-service skills when working with vendors, customers, and internal teams
• High level of integrity, accountability, and discretion when handling financial information
• Adaptable and solutions-oriented in a growing and changing organization
• Ability to identify process improvements and help create efficient, scalable accounting workflows
• Experience in hospitality, tourism, attractions, or experience-based businesses is an asset

Education & Experience

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred

IDEAL EXPERIENCE: 

• 2+ years of accounting experience with hands-on Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable responsibilities
• Working knowledge of general accounting principles and GAAP
• Experience with invoice processing, customer billing, account reconciliations, and month-end close support
• Experience working in an ERP or accounting system; Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or similar ERP experience is preferred
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with the Microsoft environment, including Outlook and Teams
• Experience supporting a multi-entity or multi-location organization is an asset
• Flexible to meet changing priorities and able to manage deadlines accurately and efficiently

Welcoming All Applicants

At Flyover, we value a strong team built on respect and professionalism. We seek individuals who bring talent, enthusiasm, and a commitment to great guest experiences. Our hiring decisions are based on skills and qualifications, as well as alignment with our mission and values.

We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. To handle this job successfully, any person hired must be able to perform each task effectively. We welcome all applicants and are happy to provide accommodation upon request.

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. To ensure a smooth process, we kindly request that candidates refrain from calling about the status of their application. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We appreciate your understanding.