Accounting Clerk Bookkeeper - American Golf

ABOUT AMERICAN GOLF

American Golf is a distinguished leader and pioneer in the golf industry, renowned for its innovative and unparalleled approach to golf course management. With over 50 years of experience as an owner, lessee, and manager of golf courses and country clubs, American Golf has established itself as an authority in maximizing the potential of any golf opportunity.

Throughout its rich history, American Golf has been involved with more than 325 golf courses, serving diverse private entities and public agencies with its expertise. Presently, American Golf oversees the management of over 70 premier facilities across the United States, providing exceptional service and experiences to avid golfers and enthusiasts alike.

We pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence, continually striving to exceed expectations and set new standards in the golf industry. Our team of skilled professionals is dedicated to delivering exceptional service and maintaining the highest standards of course upkeep, ensuring that each visitor to our facilities has an unparalleled experience.

Job Purpose

The Accounting Clerk Bookkeeper is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day accounting functions within the course. Accounting Clerk Bookkeepers have a deep understanding of operational concepts and possess a strong attention to detail to deliver results. Under the direction of the General Manager, the Accounting Clerk Bookkeeper serves as an adviser and thought leader on the financial and operational objectives of the course.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise all accounting and reception staff regarding accounting and financial procedural requirements to ensure accuracy and timeliness of location’s financial reporting
• Maintain the membership database for member billing
• Assist General Manager in ordering office supplies, completing all month end financial entries including reporting and schedules on time
• Review billing items related to traditional membership, players club, AP, and AR
• Facilitate accounts receivable collections through phone calls and letters
• Maintain location information systems and resolves hardware/software issues with assistance from corporate Information Technology function
• Help General Manger prepare annual budgets

• Interview, hire, train, supervise, evaluate, and discipline staff hired to perform accounting functions
• Ensure adherence and accountability of all internal controls and company accounting policies and procedures
• Implement and support all American Golf initiatives and programs as requested by management
• Other duties may be assigned by management

Qualifications

• 2 years accounting/finance experience, including monthly reporting and general ledger management
• Well versed in computer-based accounting systems, Internet applications and Windows operating environment with ability to operate computer, calculator, fax, copier, and telephone
• Familiar with management of a timekeeping system, preferably Kronos
• Ability to produce financial statements under tight month-end deadlines
• Must have strong attention to detail
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, customers and management
• Must be fluent in English
• A valid driver’s license is required

Education 

• 4-year college degree in Accounting or Finance preferred, JD Edwards experience a plus

Skills/Abilities/Personal Characteristics

• Compliance
• Auditing
• Verbal and Written Communication
• Advanced Math
• Resolve Conflict
• Teamwork
• Budgeting
• Analytics
• Thoroughness
• Efficiency

Working Conditions

• Days and hours of work vary by schedule and business needs.
• Evening, weekend, and holiday work will be required.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to stand for long periods of time, to walk, read, hear, talk, balance, climb, use hands, use fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, smell, taste, push or pull. The employee may be required to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required for this position include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to outside weather conditions, moving mechanical parts, toxic or caustic chemicals, fumes or airborne particles, risk of electrical shock, or sharp objects. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

American Golf Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunities for all. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis, (protected class), including but not limited to race, color, religion, genetic information, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, medical conditions, age, disability, citizenship status, uniform service member status, or any other protected class under federal, state, and/or local law.