Natural Habitat Adventures (Nat Hab), founded in 1985, is a leading provider of nature and adventure travel, having been rated the “World’s Best” adventure travel company by Outside magazine. Every year, more than 7,000 people travel with us around the globe, watching polar bears in the Arctic, sailing in Antarctica, tracking wildlife on safari in Africa, and much more. Our headquarters is located just outside beautiful Boulder, Colorado. 

At Natural Habitat Adventures, we relish our casual, dog-friendly work environment. Although we take our jobs very seriously, we cannot say the same for ourselves. We continually strive to improve while operating with a sense of humor and respect for one another.

ACCOUNTANT

Natural Habitat Adventures (Nat Hab), founded in 1985, is a leading provider of nature and adventure travel, having been rated the “World’s Best” adventure travel company by Outside magazine. Every year, more than 7,000 people travel with us around the globe, watching polar bears in the Arctic, sailing in Antarctica, tracking wildlife on safari in Africa, and much more. Our headquarters is located just outside beautiful Boulder, Colorado. 

The Accountant will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer and will play a key financial role in the company. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Accountant will cover a variety of responsibilities in a growing and fast-paced company. The ideal candidate is intellectually curious, analytical, technically savvy, operationally astute and highly collaborative, with a keen eye for automating processes and creating efficiencies to assist in scaling a high-growth business. Duties include assisting the Controller and Accounts Payable Manager with the following:

• Process invoices, expense reports and check requests accurately and in a timely manner
• Ensure correct coding for proper entry into financial system
• Work closely with departments on invoice details, questions or discrepancies
• Set up new vendors and initiate EFT and wire transfers as needed
• Reviews transaction, account balances and financial reports for reasonableness and accuracy
• Assist with the preparation of timely and accurate monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements, for consolidation with our public parent company and related management reports
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing process and propose journal entries
• Reconcile various general ledger accounts and propose journal entries
• Assist the Controller with managing requests from auditors
• Assist Controller with monthly accruals, fixed assets and expense allocation
• Work with Controller on the design and monitoring of internal control system
• Lead potential Vendor Management System effort
• Assist in reviewing, development and improving policies and procedures, including SOX controls
• Assist with bi-monthly payroll
• Create procedures manual
• Contribute to Great Plains integration
• Perform other accounting and finance duties as assigned

GENERAL

• Challenge existing processes and streamline or develop new ones where appropriate to facilitate future growth of the business while driving value throughout the organization.
• Enhance and develop, implement and enforce policies and procedures that will improve the overall operation and effectiveness of the organization

Please note, this job description is not designated to cover or contain a comprehensive list of duties to be included in this job. These duties and responsibilities may change at any time. 


 QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
• 3–5 years of relevant experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of GAAP and technical accounting knowledge
• Understanding of SOX compliance
• Experience in using accounting systems including but not limited to Quickbooks and Great Plains
• Advanced skills in MS Excel, including creating/modifying complex formulas
• Highest standards of accuracy and precision; highly organized
• Articulate with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to think creatively, highly driven, self-motivated, and independent
• Strong attention to detail; strong organizational skills
• Possess a demonstrated passion for travel/tourism, nature/wildlife or related fields. International travel experience preferred but not required

 PREFERENCES

• System implementation experience preferred (Great Plains)
• CPA and public accounting experience

Salary commensurate with knowledge, skills and experience. Competitive benefits package include paid vacation, annual travel opportunities on Nat Hab trips, pro deals on outdoor clothing/gear, on-site fitness facility and exercise classes. Eligibility for medical insurance and participation in 401(k) after a predetermined period of time. We are considering local candidates for this role. No relocation assistance is provided at this time.

CONTACT
To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to [email protected]. NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE. Relocation assistance is not available. Applicants will be contacted only in the event we wish to pursue your candidacy.