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As a key member of the Finance team, the Assistant Controller supports the Controller in the financial stewardship of Alyeska Resort. Reporting directly to the Controller this role assists with financial reporting, accounting processes, budgeting, compliance and contributes to the overall success of the resort through strong financial management, process improvement, and team development.

Position Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Accounting Leadership

• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reporting packages under the direction of the Controller.
• Support coordination of month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to deadlines.
• Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules for Controller review.
• Monitor and reconcile balance sheet accounts in accordance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Maintain fixed asset records and ensure compliance with corporate reporting requirements.
• Support daily, weekly, and monthly reporting processes, including management reporting and operational dashboards.
• Assist with cash flow monitoring and weekly financial performance reporting.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Analysis

• Assist the Controller in supporting the annual operating budget and capital planning process across all resort departments.
• Help departmental leaders with budget development, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
• Analyze financial performance, identify trends, risks, and opportunities, and provide recommendations for Controller and leadership review.
• Monitor actual results against budget and forecast, investigating variances and preparing supporting analysis.
• Assist in the preparation of labor planning tools, workforce analysis, and operational performance reporting.
• Support strategic initiatives through financial modeling, scenario planning, and ad hoc analysis.

Compliance, Controls & Risk Management

• Assist in ensuring compliance with company accounting policies, procedures, and internal control standards.
• Support annual audits, reviews, and other financial examinations by preparing schedules and supporting documentation.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen financial controls and improve operational efficiency.
• Assist in the development and implementation of accounting policies and process improvements.

Leadership, Team & Culture Development

• Provide day-to-day support to accounting team members, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Income Audit, Payroll, and General Cashier functions.
• Assist the Controller with onboarding and training of accounting team members.
• Foster a collaborative and service-oriented culture within the Finance department.
• Build strong working relationships with operational leaders and serve as a trusted financial resource across the resort.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Develop and maintain proficiency in all resort operating systems and financial applications.
• Support system implementations, upgrades, integrations, and reporting enhancements.
• Identify opportunities to leverage technology and automation to improve reporting accuracy and operational efficiency.
• Maintain advanced working knowledge of accounting systems, PMS platforms, POS systems, labor management tools, UKG, Sage and Microsoft Excel.

Financial Partnership & Business Support

• Partner with department leaders to improve financial performance and drive accountability for results.
• Provide timely analysis and insights to support operational decision-making.
• Assist the Controller in presenting financial information and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Contribute to cross-functional initiatives that enhance profitability, efficiency, and guest experience.

Living the Core Values

• Exhibit a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset, consistently seeking opportunities to improve processes and support operational excellence.
• Demonstrate commitment to achieving results while fostering collaboration and accountability across the organization.
• Build trusted relationships through transparency, professionalism, and a commitment to service.
• Ensure communication, interactions, and behaviors reflect Alyeska's core values of Honesty, Quality, Industry, Winning, and Family.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within hospitality, tourism, resort operations, or a multi-department service environment.
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• CPA designation or active enrollment in a recognized accounting designation program preferred.
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls.
• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical capabilities with strong attention to detail.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience working with accounting, payroll, PMS, and POS systems.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to effectively partner with leaders at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to prioritize competing demands and consistently meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Family, Quality, Winning, Industry and Honesty

Our people realize that relationships rooted in trust, honesty, respect, and gratitude are essential to success. We never get a chance to make a second first impression. Success is planning the details. We are focused and committed to doing what we say and accepting feedback as a gift.

Why Alyeska?

Alyeska Resort is a 299 room resort which includes a Nordic Spa and Ski Area, nestled in the mountains of Girdwood, Alaska located 45 minutes south of Anchorage. Alyeska Resort is an incredible place and Girdwood is a friendly, lively town where residents value both outdoor adventure and community spirit. Alyeska Resort offers the type of atmosphere where our employees can work and play hard and are encouraged to share their enthusiasm with guests.

Offering year-round and seasonal opportunities, working at Alyeska Resort is both rewarding and exhilarating. Alyeska Resort offers many exciting career opportunities, beautiful surroundings and exciting employee benefits including:

• Vision, Dental, and Medical Insurance for regular full-time employees
• Paid holiday and paid time off (Vacation and Personal)
• Free Season Pass for employees and qualified dependents
• Roth 401(k) and 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Discounts for rooms at The Hotel Alyeska and affiliate hotels
• Discounts in Resort restaurants, shops, and Nordic Spa

Physical demands and work environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical demands: Ability to lift up-to 25 pounds, bend, stoop, walk, sit and stand for extended periods of time.
• Work Environment: This role occasionally involves extended hours, nights, and weekends to accommodate peak business periods. Operating within a dynamic, fast-paced guest-centric setting, you will maintain a high level of interaction with staff, guests, and stakeholders. The noise level in the workplace is usually moderate.

Alyeska Resort is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. All resort employees must possess current documentation showing they are eligible for employment in the United States. Alyeska Resort accepts applications for currently open positions only and does not accept applications for “general employment.” Preference may be given to local candidates, as relocation may not be available.