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Xanterra Travel Collection

Assistant Location Controller - Yellowstone National Park

Xanterra Travel Collection, Wyoming, Ohio, United States

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Overview Live. Work. Explore. as part of our Field Accounting team in Yellowstone National Park!

Are you enthusiastic about hospitality, people, and beautiful places? By working at Yellowstone National Park, you will get all three! As an Assistant Location Controller, you will play a vital role in supporting the day‑to‑day administrative functions that keep the park running smoothly.

Job Summary The Assistant Location Controller is responsible for managing the accounting operation at one of our six villages throughout the park. In this position, you must ensure accurate reporting of sales revenue, maintain security of the location’s monetary assets, and supervise other location accounting personnel for the summer season.

Details Position Type: Seasonal

Season Dates: Early April 2026 to Early March 2027 (length of season depends on the location)

Pay: $1,764 to $1,788 per bi‑weekly

Schedule: Typical 40 hours per week, 5 days per week (may include weekends, evenings, and holidays)

Why Yellowstone National Park? We are a welcoming community who work hard, share a real passion for the environment, and enjoy crafting memorable experiences for our guests. As part of the Xanterra Travel Collection®, we are the primary authorized concessionaire in Yellowstone, and proud stewards of the park.

Life in Yellowstone

Employee housing (dormitory‑style) and on‑site employee meals (cafeteria‑style) provided

All meals provided at low cost including breakfast, lunch, and dinner

No Wyoming state taxes deducted from your paycheck

A fast‑paced, exciting work environment with plenty of upward mobility and growth opportunities

Meet people of all ages from all over the country and world!

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Learning and Development Program

Perks

Free Yellowstone & Grand Teton National Park pass

Employee Recreation Program (recreation centers, athletics, gear rentals, seminars, van trips, hiking, and more)

Access to discounted services at Yellowstone Medical Clinics operated by STGi

Employee discounts at local gateway communities

Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts

$350 Referral Bonus Program

The adventure of a lifetime!

Responsibilities

Provide accurate and timely daily sales summaries to the Xanterra General Accounting Office (GAO) and relevant location departments

Assist in managing the accounting staff, including scheduling, training, evaluating performance, coaching, and motivating employees (1 to 11 members)

Help maintain the accuracy and security of the house bank while managing cash flow effectively

Ensure strict adherence to Xanterra's accounting policies and procedures by all departments involved in cash handling and accounting duties

Maintain the security of corporate assets and control all numbered documents at the location

Provide training and assistance to other department staff regarding money handling and accounting policies as needed

Communicate with the GAO and other department managers, offering assistance as required

Perform various administrative tasks, including auditing functions, while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism

Qualifications

Accounting degree and/or related work experience

Strong communication and people skills

Supervisory skills

Motivational, organizational, and time management skills

Knowledge of general office procedures

Office machine skills, especially PC experience

Knowledge of MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, IBM Client Access

Knowledge of Kronos Timekeeping

General cash handling experience preferred

A valid motor vehicle operator's license is preferred

Physical Requirements

Sitting at a desk for extended periods of time

Extensive walking, lifting, and transporting of supplies and equipment at times

Loading company vehicles, moving supplies and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds to and from work stations on location (up to 100 yards)

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Seniority level Not applicable

Employment type Temporary

Job function Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries Hospitality

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