Accounting Supervisor Job at Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company in Hershey

Supervisor, Fixed Assets and Indirect Taxes

The Supervisor, Fixed Assets and Indirect Taxes is responsible for accounting for the Company's capital projects and fixed assets. This includes managing the processing and reconciling of asset additions, transfers, and dispositions; budgets, forecasts, and depreciation expense; and analyzing and explaining fluctuations in capital spending and depreciation expense. In addition, this position supervises the month‑end project accounting and fixed asset closing process and handles timely and accurate filing of returns, month‑end closing, and analysis related to the Company’s various transaction taxes, including sales and use tax, parking tax, amusement tax, hotel occupancy taxes, real estate taxes, and unclaimed property.

As a Full‑Time Team Member, you will enjoy sweet perks like FREE admission to Hersheypark, discounts, and more as soon as you receive your Employee ID! Your total compensation includes not only the wage that you are paid, but also medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning the first day of the next month after you begin working, a 401(k) contribution, paid time off, and more.

Job Duties

• Supervise activities related to recording and tracking Company spending for capital projects and ensure compliance with capital spending policy.
• Supervise the recording and reconciling of all fixed asset additions, sales, transfers, and retirements in the fixed asset software, and preparation of the fixed asset roll‑forwards.
• Oversee the month‑end/year‑end project accounting closing process and reconciliation of project accounting software modules to the general ledger.
• Compile, review, and analyze financial data related to fixed assets, including budgets, fluctuation analysis of fixed asset balances, and depreciation expense.
• Prepare audit schedules relating to fixed assets, and assist auditors in their inquiries.
• Oversee the preparation of sales and use tax, amusement tax, parking tax, and hotel tax filings; lead compliance efforts around the Company’s tax collection and reporting obligations, including collaboration with operations and information technology on point‑of‑sale systems, etc.
• Coordinate sales tax audits conducted by governmental agencies.
• Prepare annual real estate tax budgets and reconcile balance sheet and income statement accounts.
• Perform tax research to support Company decision‑making process; monitor existing and emerging tax law changes and assess the impact on the Company; prepare research memoranda, written correspondence/guidance, and other documents for submission to management and taxing authorities.
• Coach and develop fixed asset and indirect tax Staff Accountant.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Minimum of three years of related experience with one year of supervisory experience.
• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field (relevant work experience can be substituted for education).
• Hospitality and Entertainment industry experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Detail‑oriented with a high level of accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to meet deadlines, multitask with minimal supervision, and work independently as well as part of a team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong understanding of financial accounting.
• Embodies Hershey Entertainment & Resorts’ Core Values: Devoted to the Legacy; Selfless Spirit of Service; Team Focused; and Respectful of Others.

Job Demands

• Finger Dexterity Frequent (34‑66%)
• Hand/Eye Coordination Frequent (34‑66%)
• Sitting Constant (>67%)
• Standing Occasional (<33%)
• Walking Occasional (<33%)
• Requires visual ability to perform detailed work at close distances (computer screens, accounting ledgers, using measurement devices).
• Requires verbal communication of detailed information to others either by phone or in person.
• Requires substantial repetitive motion (wrists, hands, fingers).

EOE Statement

Hershey Entertainment and Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Accounting / Auditing

Industry

Hospitality