Aspen Skiing Company · 18 hours ago
Assistant Controller- Rental Retail
Basalt, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$86K/yr - $120K/yr
4+ years expAspen Skiing Company is part of Aspen One, which focuses on luxury adventure and leisure experiences. The Assistant Controller will manage financial operations for the rental and retail business, ensuring accurate accounting and compliance while driving profitability and guest satisfaction.
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Responsibilities
Maintain accounting records, including the general ledger for all rental and retail activities within Aspen One
Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements
Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries, and accruals
Ensure proper accounting for promotions, discounts, gift cards, loyalty programs, and returns
Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and internal control standards
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in accounting workflows
Ensure proper payment to vendors by coordinating with buyers and managers
Monitor and analyze margins, cost of goods sold, and profitability across rental and retail product lines
Support the annual audit process and act as a liaison with external auditors
Support inventory accounting for rental equipment and retail merchandise, including costing, reserves, shrinkage analysis, physical inventory process and review, handling damaged goods, goods returned to vendors and transfer between stores and departments
Communicate/meet regularly with Rental/Retail managers on accounting matters
Track and maintain schedule on property leases, including terms and renewals
Act as the Rental/Retail business subject matter expert for accounting and inventory control processes on process and system enhancements
Assist the Rental/Retail management team on budget data collection, entry, and validation
Supervise Rental/Retail Accounting department staff and Inventory Manager
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required
Minimum of 4 years of progressive accounting experience; hospitality, retail, or inventory-driven environments preferred, including leadership responsibility
Experience with high-transaction environments (Point of Sale systems, inventory, multi-location retail stores)
Strong understanding of GAAP, inventory accounting, and internal controls
Advanced analytical skills with the ability to translate financial data into operational insights
Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel; experience with retail or rental systems is a plus
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, seasonal business with fluctuating workloads
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally
Proficient knowledge of industry regulations and how they affect business operations
Ability to manage and lead diverse teams, fostering a positive and productive work environment
Skilled in managing relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously without sacrificing quality
Preferred
CPA or CMA preferred
Experience in hospitality, retail, or inventory-driven environments preferred
Company
Aspen Skiing Company
At Aspen Mountain you can ski down the same runs that hosted World Cup races, ride through gladed powder stashes.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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