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Senior Accountant

Santa Fe - CAT, United States

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Meow Wolf opens portals of possibility. Come as you are! 

We are individuals who inspire creativity in people's lives through art and exploration, so that our combined imaginations can transform the world we live in. We create immersive and interactive experiences that transport audiences into fantastic realms of story and exploration.  Our Vision is to be the world’s leading creative company, reimagining the paradigm of art and storytelling, to make a positive difference in the world.  

We share a strong commitment to Belonging through our values of: 

  • Collaborative Creativity: We believe the act of creating together amplifies possibilities.

  • Provocative Playfulness:  We celebrate the unexpected because it is the doorway to discovery.

  • Outsiders Welcome: We are all outsiders at heart, and we create space for everyone to feel like they belong.

  • Authentic Compassion: We are “kind punks” - supportive to each other and standing up for what we believe in.

  • Audacious Courage: We have the courage to radically reinvent ourselves to push the boundaries of art.

If this all sounds like YOU, read on….

Job Description:

Location: This position is remote, providing the candidate resides in one of the following markets: Santa Fe, NM; Denver, CO; Las Vegas, NV; Houston, TX; Dallas, TX; New York, NY; or Los Angeles, CA.

Compensation: The salary range for this position is $78,489.00 to $105,960.00.  Compensation is based on location and experience.  

Deadline: The deadline for submitting applications for this position is January 30, 2025. Meow Wolf reserves the right to extend this deadline if needed.


Job Summary:

 The Senior Accountant position is an integral part of the Meow Wolf Accounting/Finance Team. The position reports to the Accounting Manager and works alongside Accounts Payable, Project Accountants, and Finance.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Perform daily cash management processes including bank statement reconciliations

  • Perform banking procedures including deposits, wires and transfers

  • Create, edit and maintain prepaid amortization schedules

  • Administer purchasing card program 

  • Preparation and/or booking of:

    • Monthly unrecorded corporate credit card allocation

    • Monthly calculation of Compensating Tax

    • Invoice accruals

    • Property tax accruals

    • Account reconciliations

  • Assistance with:

    • Accounts receivable/recognition of private event payments

    • Maintenance of a full set of books

    • ARO, lease and loan accounting

    • Monthly, quarterly and annual closings

    • Preparation and distribution of accurate, timely financial information

    • 1042’s and special projects

    • Budget and forecast preparation

    • Quarterly/annual audits

    • Development and maintenance of processes, policies and procedures

    • Rollouts of new accounting and business management software

    • Monthly calculation of Compensating Tax

    • 1042’s

    • Ad hoc special projects

  • 3rd party maintenance/ invoicing

  • Monitor and efficiently answer emails from internal and external sources

  • Prepare expense report approvals and provide occasional guidance for end users as needed

  • Display leadership in areas in need of efficiency

  • Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s or Associate degree in accounting, or in a related specialization.

  • 5+ years’ experience in general ledger accounting, or similar.

  • A strong understanding of GAAP and other accounting principles.

  • Knowledge of financial statement preparation and internal controls.

  • Familiarity in analyzing financial reports, providing insights, and catching discrepancies.

  • Proficiency in accounting and business management software(s); Workday or similar platforms

  • Exceptional attention to detail.

  • Time-management and organizational skills.

  • Experience and ability to adhere to timelines and calendar of deliverables.

  • Well-developed interpersonal skills; both verbal and nonverbal.

  • Discretion regarding sensitive or confidential information.

  • High level of computer literacy; Excel, Google Suite, etc.

  • Adaptable to change and possess the ability to take on new tasks.

  • Excellent critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills.

  • Possession of a service center mindset.

  • Ability to collaborate to create processes that both fulfill the requirements of accounting and the sometimes-atypical activities of other departments.

  • Exposure to working in a creative and dynamic work environment is preferred.


Work Environment and Physical Demands 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed must be representative of the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure, experience, and/or ability required.  

Work Environment:

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and scanners. 

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Physical ability to walk, stand, take stairs/slides/elevators, and navigate the elements during the day and night. Employee may be required to remain in a sitting or standing position for prolonged periods, and repeat motions that may  include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.   Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds at times.

The employee will comply with company and OSHA standard workplace safety protocols. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Work Schedule:

This is a full-time position that requires the ability to work a flexible schedule. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Supervisor Responsibilities:

This position does not require supervisory responsibility.

Travel 

This position will require minimal travel.

Other Duties 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.  

IMPACT: Meow Wolf is committed to our DIY roots and grassroots community support principles. To document that commitment, we converted our legal designation into a Delaware Public Benefit Corporation and have certified as a B Corporation. As a B Corp, we have a triple bottom line of supporting financial, social and environmental wellbeing in our community.

INCLUSION:  Meow Wolf is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to ensuring all employees enjoy and thrive in a work environment where differences make us the vibrant, wonderful community we are! All employment decisions at Meow Wolf are based on business need, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, veteran status, service in the military or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

BENEFITS:

The choices we make concerning our benefits during enrollment periods are among the most important we select for ourselves and our families. As part of the total compensation package for full-time employees, Meow Wolf offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes various options to meet individual healthcare and financial needs along with many perks.  

  • Medical Insurance options: PPO & HSA

  • Dental & Vision Insurance

  • 401k Retirement Plan

  • Company Paid Life Insurance Policy & Long-Term Disability Coverage

  • Voluntary Short-term Disability & Critical Illness Policies

  • Company Paid Employee Assistance Program

  • Paid Parental Leave for 12 weeks

  • Discount off Meow Wolf Gift Shop Merch

  • Admission to Meow Wolf attractions for employees and guests

Please visit www.meowwolf.com/careers for more information.

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Job Profile

Regions

North America

Countries

United States

Restrictions

Must reside in specified markets No visa sponsorship available

Tasks
  • Account reconciliations
  • Audit assistance
  • Bank reconciliations
  • Budget preparation
  • Cash management
  • Financial Reporting
  • Process development
Skills

Accounting Accounting software Account Reconciliations Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Bank reconciliations Budget Preparation Cash Management Excel Financial reporting Financial statement preparation Forecasting GAAP Google Suite Internal Controls Interpersonal Problem-solving Workday

Experience

5 years

Education

Associate degree Bachelor's degree

Timezones

America/Anchorage America/Chicago America/Denver America/Los_Angeles America/New_York Pacific/Honolulu UTC-10 UTC-5 UTC-6 UTC-7 UTC-8 UTC-9