Corporate Controller

About the Company

Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament is North America’s #1 dinner attraction. For more than 35 years, we have been entertaining visitors at our European-style Castles. We are a fun, passionate team of people who enjoy creating memorable experiences for guests of all ages. We believe in putting people first, providing a positive work environment and enjoying what we do. Medieval Times is an exciting entertainment & dining experience with 10 locations entertaining millions of visitors each year. The Company’s head office is in Irving, TX and the castles are in Kissimmee, FL, Buena Park, CA, Lyndhurst, NJ, Schaumburg, IL, Dallas, TX, Myrtle Beach, SC, Baltimore, MD, Atlanta, GA, Scottsdale, AZ and in Toronto, Canada.

Job Summary

The position reports directly to the CFO. The Controller is responsible for the day-to-day management of the Accounting Department and works hands-on with an experienced Financial Manager on the preparation of consolidated monthly financial statements with analysis, and supporting schedules, for the guidance of management. The Controller is responsible for the implementation of the Company’s financial plans and policies and its accounting practices as set by the CFO. The position works closely with all Corporate Executives and castle General Managers on matters of general accounting, internal audit, cost and budgetary controls, and earnings growth initiatives.

Location: Irving, TX. Compensation package: Competitive based on experience + bonus + benefits package. Travel requirements: Occasional to various castle locations.

Responsibilities

• Establish and manage Company’s financial reporting policies and procedures.
• Maintains the Company’s system of accounts and keeps books and records on all Company transactions and assets.
• Prepare and publish consolidated financial statements each month.
• Manage the entire year-end audit process with contracted Big 4 firm.
• Assist and coordinate primarily with CFO and SVP Marketing, on the preparation of the annual budget and rolling forecasts.
• Furnishes useful and timely reports to internal stakeholders regularly and to external stakeholders as necessary.
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
• Identify and lead process improvements to automate and streamline current accounting and reporting procedures