ACCOUNTING MANAGER - FRANCHISE - Kampgrounds of America : Job Details

Job Description

Posted Monday, June 23, 2025 at 6:00 AM

Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) is the world's largest network of privately owned campgrounds and the leader in outdoor hospitality. KOA has 500+ locations across the United States and Canada including a mix of franchised and company-owned parks (OAK). Founded in 1962, the mission of KOA is “connecting people to the outdoors and each other,” and those who represent the brand share the values of being family-oriented, passionate, entrepreneurial, customer-focused, and innovative.

Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) is the world's largest network of privately owned campgrounds and the leader in outdoor hospitality. KOA has 500+ locations across the United States and Canada including a mix of franchised and company-owned parks (OAK). Founded in 1962, the mission of KOA is “connecting people to the outdoors and each other,” and those who represent the brand share the values of being family-oriented, passionate, entrepreneurial, customer-focused, and innovative.

At KOA, we believe the outdoors is fun and for everyone. We are committed to having an environment where all are treated with dignity and respect. We strive to:

• intentionally create a sense of community and belonging for our guests, employees and franchise partners
• continually educate ourselves and expand our knowledge to foster an inclusive and supportive environment
• sustain a culture that promotes diversity of thought and experiences
• ensure everyone has the ability to experience the outdoors and that our facilities are accessible to all
• drive change in our company and industry through action and implementation

Summary:

The Accounting Manager, in conjunction with the Director of Accounting and Controller, is responsible for the operations of the Accounting Department, particularly as it relates to Franchise operations, including oversight of franchise audits, collections, cash receipts, and accounts receivable.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain collection processes that reduce the number of delinquent payers in the franchise system.
• Responsible for collection of annual financial statements from franchisees and summarization of information for the franchise disclosure document.
• Develop, maintain, and conduct uniform audits of campgrounds, as required, to detect material errors, make recommendations and follow-up and collect monies owed from findings.
• Reconciles assigned balance sheet accounts monthly, ensuring compliance with GAAP.
• Prepare monthly journal entries as assigned.
• Ability to supervise 1-2 employees.
• Assists with processing and analyzing expense reports for accuracy and eligibility for payment and ensure proper recordkeeping of purchases for use in tax preparation and periodic audits.
• Assists in preparing supporting schedules for external auditors and responding to audit inquiries.
• Prepares monthly accounting for gift card company.
• Prepares monthly accounting for 2% advertising fund and provides assistance with annual audit requests.
• Reviews accounting documents and performs research. Resolves discrepancies as necessary.
• Assist with the setting up bank transfers and wires.
• Assists in preparation of Quarterly Financial Statements.
• Ensures compliance with accounting standards and legal requirements.
• Assist Controller with month end closing.
• This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in accounting or related business discipline
• Understanding of generally accepted accounting principles and internal controls
• 5 years bookkeeping/accounting experience

Preferred Education and Experience:

• 5 years supervisory experience
• Experience using QuickBooks

Physical demands and working conditions:

• Ability to sit for extended periods as well as standing and walking
• Use hands to operate computer peripherals and fine motor skills.

KOA does not sponsor Visas

KOA currently does NOT hire in the following states:Alaska, District of Columbia, Idaho, Louisiana, New Hampshire, North Dakota, Rhode Island, Vermont

Kampgrounds Of America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to provide an environment where all employees and applicants are treated with respect. The company is committed to fair treatment of all people. This value ensures employees and candidates are treated equally and are protected from discrimination or harassment of any kind. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors, or any other protected status.

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