Assistant Controller

Assistant Controller

Village Travel is a family-owned company that operates over 150 charter motorcoaches and plans unique travel packages that are marketed to more than 27,000 households. In addition, Village offers traditional travel agency services, a fleet of Entertainer Coaches, a daily Beeline service, and Village Transport offers a fleet of Kenworth T680 tractor/trailers. The Company began in 1980 and has since expanded its regional footprint and continues to grow into one of the largest full-service charter and tour operations in the Midwest with offices in Wichita (KS), Salina (KS), Oklahoma City (OK), Tulsa (OK), Fort Smith (AR), Springdale (AR), Little Rock (AR), and Springfield (MO). 

Compensation and Benefits:  Our team is the heart of our business, which is why we offer a compensation and benefits package that includes: Health, Dental, Vision, Company Paid Life Insurance, 401k Matching Plan, and Paid Time Off for eligible employees.  In addition, we provide performance-based pay, bonus potential, professional growth opportunities and pride ourselves on team-building events and recognition.  This is an excellent opportunity to become part of our growing company!

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Job Summary:
We are seeking an Assistant Controller to join our team! As the Assistant Controller, you will be responsible for overseeing the daily financial activities of the company, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial regulations. This is a key role within the organization, requiring strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage all general accounting functions which include performing month-end process, preparing and booking journal entries as well as associated account reconciliations.
• Developing processes to facilitate monthly close in 4 business days.
• Maintain and improve upon current accounting infrastructure to scale with business growth, including documentation of policies and procedures.
• Supervise accounting/finance staff, including hiring, training and maintaining adequate staffing levels, providing continuous coverage for all accounting functions.
• Forster corroboration and teamwork.
• Conduct regular account analysis to ensure accuracy and identify any discrepancies or issues.
• Responsible for all intercompany transactions
• Reconcile payroll and benefits.
• Coordinate and assist with annual audits and tax filings.
• Collaborate with other departments on financial matters.
• Complies with local, state, and federal government requirements.
• Assist CFO with project assignments.
• Other duties as assigned.

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, or qualifications required.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial concepts
• Must be familiar with working in a high-volume environment.
• Master Proficiency in Excel
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data
• Solid understanding of debits/credits and financial reports
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, stoop, bend and sit.  The employee may be required to lift and move up to 25 pounds.

Village Travel is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. Village Travel recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.