About the role#
The Wilderness Resort offers a summer internship for students interested in hospitality accounting. You will work closely with a mentor from our management team to gain hands-on experience in department operations. Interns meet regularly with their mentor to discuss accomplishments and set goals for their professional development.
What you'll do#
- Perform daily audits of employee workstations.
- Reconcile cash, credit card, and charge transactions from all outlets and prepare daily deposits.
- Collect X and Z reports from each revenue center.
- Prepare and distribute daily Flash reports and sales data to management.
- Post daily revenue entries and reconcile intercompany postings.
- Code vouchers, obtain approvals, and process accounts payable checks.
- Enter invoices and verify statements regularly.
- Contact vendors to reconcile discrepancies.
- Perform cash office duties for Wilderness on the Lake.
- Calculate and file sales tax for resort entities.
- Maintain accurate vendor files.
- Reconcile bank accounts and review financial statements.
- Prepare ad hoc reports as requested by management.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an Accounting or Finance program.
- A genuine interest in the hospitality industry.
- Pride in your work and attention to detail.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship located on-site in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin.
- The program runs during the Summer 2027 term.
About Wilderness Resort in Wisconsin Dells
Wilderness Resort operates as a large waterpark destination in Wisconsin Dells. Founded in 1998, the resort covers 600 acres and employs between 501 and 1,000 people. It offers four waterparks, a golf course, and various lodging options such as villas and hotel rooms. The property also includes a conference center, a spa, and several dining venues.
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