Overview: Cedar Fair is seeking an Accountant I – Accounts Payable (AP) . This role will work in a fast paced and highvolume
environment using automated software to process vendor invoices, check requests, expense reports,
and purchase card transactions for locations within the United States and Canada to ensure timely
disbursements per vendor and per company payment terms. An aptitude for learning and using new software is
essential.
The Accountant I – AP reports to the Corporate Supervisor - AP and Corporate Manager – AP. Good
communication skills are necessary in working with vendors and Cedar Fair associates. The ability to work as a
responsible teammate is essential. This role requires teamwork to ensure all parks' deadlines are met in a timely
manner and that the workload is shared in a fair and consistent manner.
Responsibilities: Process multi-company accounts payable records. Review electronic invoices for correct vendor information in an automated Optical Character Recognition
(OCR) software program.
Route invoices for approval.
Review invoices, expense reports, and purchase card transactions for accurate general ledger coding.
Verify the accuracy of invoices against purchase orders and receivers.
Determine the correct application of sales and use tax.
Scan and label documents for permanent record-keeping in electronic imaging software.
Assist in processing of weekly Check/ACH/Wire payment runs for AP disbursements.
Set priorities, organize, and accomplish tasks within defined deadlines.
Assist with internal and external audits as directed.
Possess ability to calculate, post, and manage vendor account and financial records.
Research and resolve issues for vendors and associates.
Coach and assist Cedar Fair associates on accounts payable issues. Reconcile vendor statements.
Responsibilities may occasionally require an adjusted work schedule to meet certain deadlines. This may
include mandatory overtime and/or evening/weekend hours except where prohibited by law.
Adhere to and enforce all Cedar Fair policies and procedures, including safety, attendance and EEO policies,
and will demonstrate commitment to Cedar Fair core values and Cedar Fair cornerstones.
Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: High school degree or equivalent. Minimum two years combined accounts payable or clerical accounting experience. Possess a solid understanding of basic accounting practices and AP principles. Experience with ERP software and with Hyland or other automated AP system(s). General Sales and Use Tax knowledge is required. Proficient in Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook (MicroSoft Suite) and pdf (Adobe Acrobat). Excellent written, interpersonal, and verbal communication skills and able to work effectively
independently and collaboratively in a team setting. Excellent problem-solving skills, analytical skills, and time management skills. Confidence to ask questions and get clarification, display a positive attitude, and have a strong work ethic. Highly organized and detail-oriented with the capability to multi-task in a fast-paced envio Dependable, honest and exhibits integrity. #LI -KW1
