Manager, Property Accounting

SeaWorld is a world-renowned leader in the themed-park and entertainment industry. Our success is built on a passion for caring for animals and a dedication to delivering positive, memorable experiences to people from around the world. Were also committed to helping ambitious people achieve their professional best. We're always seeking exceptionally skilled and knowledgeable individuals to join our team.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

The Property Accounting Manager (Onsite, Orlando, FL) is  responsible for overseeing the fixed asset accounting staff and functions across SEA, working closely with the Company’s corporate and park teams at all levels. The position’s primary functions include ensuring the accuracy and completeness of the Company’s day-to-day fixed asset activity accounting records and their conformity with US GAAP and SOX guidance; providing information to preparers for federal and state tax returns and property filings; generating quarterly tax provision support; and reporting associated with 10Q/K filings.

• Serve as the point of contact on the Company’s fixed asset accounting policies and procedures
• Act as point of contact on internal and external audit functions
• Determining capital versus expense treatment for investment and operational activities
• Support fixed asset tax reporting obligations
• Research and prepare technical accounting memos related to fixed assets
• Complete closing month and year-end account ledgers
• Prepare and/or reviewing financial activities, account reconciliations and journal entries
• Special projects and other duties as assigned

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related discipline is required
• At least 6 years of corporate accounting experience or 4 years of public accounting experience
• Demonstrated experience supervising and developing staff accounting personnel
• Experience performing detailed reviews of financial information for compliance with GAAP and internal controls
• Capable in Microsoft Office (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Accounting experience in a theme park environment preferred
• Experience with SAP preferred

The perks of the position:

• Paid Time Off
• Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes
• Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401K Retirement plan
• Voluntary Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Legal Assistance Plan

EEO Employer:

SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.