Manager, Technical Accounting

COLLABORATION | AUTHENTICITY | PURPOSE | EMPOWERMENT

Alterra Mountain Company is a family of iconic year-round mountain destinations, the world’s largest heli-skiing operation, and Ikon Pass - the premier ski and snowboard season pass offering access to more than 50 iconic mountain destinations around the world. Headquartered in Denver, Colorado and born out of a shared love of the mountains and adventure, Alterra Mountain Company exists to shape the future of mountain adventure.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Free Ikon Pass for all eligible employees + additional free skiing/riding privileges across the family of Alterra Mountain Company resorts for eligible employees and their dependents
• Discounted skiing/riding for friends and family of eligible employees across the family of Alterra Mountain Company resorts
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) and Paid Time Off (PTO) policies for eligible employees to relax and recharge
• Generous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, rental cars, etc.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability insurance, EAP, HSAs, FSAs, and more
• 401(k) plan with generous company match
• Paid parental leave of up to 6 weeks for eligible employees
• Commuter benefits (Denver employees only)
• Flexible/hybrid workplace policy empowering employees to work from home, while encouraging regular in-person collaboration in our dog-friendly company headquarters office located in Denver’s RiNo Art District neighborhood

For information on Alterra Mountain Company’s Social Responsibility work, please see our webpage at https://www.alterramtn.co/impact. Among other resources, Alterra has a slate of Employee Resource Groups to support our workforce.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

General Responsibilities

Accounting for business combinations responsibilities:

• Prior to acquisition, perform or review due diligence for potential acquisitions to understand deviations from GAAP or judgmental accounting issues.

• Post-acquisition, perform basic audit procedures to ensure acquisition’s closing balance sheet is in conformity with US GAAP.

• Post-acquisition, prepare or review technical accounting memos or policies to address deviations from US GAAP or judgmental accounting issues.

• Post-acquisition, prepare or review purchase price accounting memos and supporting documentation.

• Post-integration, provide necessary documentation to other members of the accounting department to ensure those individuals can perform Month-End close procedures for the acquisition.

Other responsibilities:

• Assist in the ownership and review of complex accounting areas, such as stock-based compensation, derivatives, leases, cash flows, revenue recognition, etc. and address ad hoc technical accounting and reporting needs as required.

• Research and interpret accounting guidance issued by the FASB and SEC, communicate the application of that guidance and technical accounting issues to relevant stakeholders.

• Research and determine accounting treatment for various technical accounting issues and transactions, communicate the application of that guidance to relevant stakeholders.

• Assist the financial reporting department with quarterly and annual close procedures and projects, as needed.

• Maintain or improve upon record retention and process documentation.

• Develop and maintain excellent working relationships with all stakeholders including Resort Local Finance, Shared Services Accounting teams, Treasury, Financial Planning & Analysis, Marketing, IT, Tax, and Legal.

• Communicate with stakeholders (both inside and outside the Shared Services Accounting team) regarding relevant information, policies and procedures, including changes.

• Prepare for and ensure efficient and effective execution of external audits as needed.

• Special projects as needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Participate in and coordinate the hiring process for positions within the Shared Services Accounting team, as needed.

• Motivate, manage, counsel, support and coach the Shared Services Accounting team

• Support the development of the accounting staff and senior accountants through consistent and constructive performance feedback on a regular basis

• Conduct monthly coaching sessions and bi-annual performance reviews

• Recognize and reward exceptional performance

• Ensure staff upholds and adheres to all company policies and procedures

• Communicate information with staff to ensure knowledge of resort activities, events, and changes

• Implement policies and procedures for the accounting department which promote a positive work environment and align the department’s operations with the company’s vision and values

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge

• Advanced understanding of US GAAP and experience in applying to various transactions and fact patterns.

• Experience in applying ASC 805 to complex business combinations.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with all levels of organization.

• Performance record should show success working with all levels of management and operating personnel.

Skills & Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with all levels of organization

• Proficient in use of technology, especially Microsoft Office Products. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 or OneStream a plus.

• Has strong analytical abilities combined with general accounting knowledge.

• Proficient in oral and written communication skills. Is comfortable in speaking to large groups of people.

• Ability to work with the accounting and functional groups and senior management to collect, normalize and analyze data for financial reporting.

• Strong interpersonal skills. Able to interact effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization.

• Professional/lived experience working in a culturally competent manner with a broad range of people.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Education

• BS in Accounting or Finance: CPA and/or MBA preferred

Experience

• 4+ years of experience in public accounting or equivalent industry experience

• Experience with financial system implementations is a plus.

The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to experience, education, training, location, merit system, quantity or quality of production, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel. The range listed is just one component of the Company’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term and long-term incentives and many region-specific benefits.

Denver area base salary range: $100,000 - $140,000 per year

Application Deadline: This position is open and still accepting applications.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.

Alterra Mountain Company and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers.