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Assistant Controller

Kalahari · Kalahari VA-VA
Full-timeHospitality & FoodMid Level$95,000–$115,000/yr
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**Help Deliver the Kalahari Experience** At Kalahari Resorts & Conventions, we don’t just create vacations—we craft unforgettable experiences. Home to America’s Largest Indoor Waterparks, our African-inspired resorts offer world-class dining, luxurious spas, thrilling entertainment, and cutting-edge convention centers that redefine hospitality. But we’re more than a resort. As a family-owned company, our Promise is simple: **Lead with Love**. This means caring deeply for our guests, associates, and communities—treating people like family, giving back generously, and creating spaces where everyone feels valued. Through our partnership with charity: water, we’re also committed to bringing clean water to one million people in Africa. **Assistant Controller** Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is seeking an **Assistant Controller**. In this role, you’ll help drive the financial health and long-term growth of a dynamic, fast-paced resort environment alongside the Resort Controller. As a trusted advisor to executive leadership, you’ll help oversee financial planning, analysis, and reporting, while ensuring compliance and optimizing profitability across resort operations. As part of our leadership team, you’ll embody our Promise to **Lead with Love**—guiding, supporting, and inspiring associates while delivering extraordinary guest experiences. You’ll become part of a team where innovation meets impact—and where your expertise helps shape unforgettable guest experiences, every day. **Salary Range -** $95k - $115k **Key Responsibilities** - Help lead financial strategy, planning, and analysis to support resort-wide goals. - Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting. - Ensure compliance with GAAP, regulatory standards, and internal controls. - Provide actionable insights to executive leadership for business decision-making. - Help supervise and develop the finance/accounting team. - Assist with audits, tax filings, and external financial relationships. - Help to drive process improvements and optimize financial systems. **What We’re Looking For** - A four-year college degree (accounting preferred) or equivalent education/experience. - Requires professional certification (e.g., CPA) or the equivalent level of experience. - Experience required by position is three to five years of employment in a related position (Finance/Accounting) with hospitality companies/organizations is preferred. - Expert Excel and problem-solving skills. **A Sampling of Our Benefits** Our team enjoys a comprehensive benefits package, including: - Career growth opportunities with promotion from within - 401(k) matching, paid time off, and holiday compensation - Health, dental, and vision coverage for full-time associates - Employee appreciation events, discounts, and perks at all resorts - Education assistance programs to help advance your career **Be Part of Something Extraordinary** At Kalahari, we believe the best leaders **Lead with Love**—because love builds trust, inspires growth, and creates experiences that last a lifetime. That’s why we’re proud to be recognized by *Forbes* as one of America’s Best Midsize Employers, America’s Best Employers for Women, and by *USA TODAY* as the #1 Best Indoor Water Park. Here, careers thrive, innovation is encouraged, and every day brings new opportunities to create meaningful moments. Whether you’re delivering guest service, crafting memorable meals, or leading a team, your work makes a real impact. **|** Wisconsin Dells, WI**|**Sandusky, OH**|**Pocono Manor, PA **|**Round Rock, TX**|**Spotsylvania County, VA | **Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.**

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$95,000 – $115,000/yr
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