Join the Kernels Team of All-Stars
Full-Time Positions
Controller
Do you want to work in a fun and challenging team environment? The Cedar Rapids Ball Club, parent company of the Cedar Rapids Kernels and Waterloo Bucks, is seeking a detail-oriented individual to fill the role of Controller. The Controller is responsible for directing and administering all aspects of the organization's accounting, payroll, and finance functions.
Responsibilities:
- Lead all areas of the accounting department, which includes accounts payable, billings & collections, payroll, processing daily accounting transactions, and maintaining supporting schedules.
- Perform tasks associated with the month-end and year-end close of the income statement, balance sheet, account reconciliations & G/L analysis.
- Create, monitor, and manage budgets and cash flows.
- Create, implement, and maintain procedures and processes to ensure proper financial controls are in place and accurate information is provided.
- Create management reports to support and inform the operations and sales teams of financial results.
- Support Game Day operations by serving as the front office banker and counting down cash bags at the conclusion of events.
- Supervise accounting and human resources staff.
Qualifications:
- A bachelor’s degree in accounting is desired.
- 5+ years of Controller and Supervisor experience.
- Experience with QuickBooks.
- Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to multitask.
- Strong sense of urgency and ability to resolve issues quickly.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Must have demonstrated excellent analytical and computer skills.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
Available Seasonal Positions
AVAILABLE POSITIONS BY DEPARTMENT | VETERANS MEMORIAL STADIUM (KERNELS)
FOOD & BEVERAGE
Concessions- working in the concession stand as a runner, helping customers, or prepping food
Cooks - preparing product inside concession stands
Cashiers - cash register operator inside the concession stand
Bartenders - serving alcohol to patrons (must be 18+)
Banquet Servers - removing dishes and flatware, replenishing food, and cleaning up after guests
ENTERTAINMENT & FAN EXPERIENCE
On-Field Staff - performing our on-field promotions as part of the Kob Squad and helping fans enjoy their experience
BASEBALL OPERATIONS
Visiting Bat Boy - responsible for the visiting team during Kernels Home games, getting the bat and other equipment from the hitters and/or base coaches at the conclusion of each at bat, retrieving foul balls that are near the dugout, making sure the coolers are full of water, and other duties as assigned
STADIUM OPERATIONS
Custodians - clean the ballpark in preparation for games and events
Maintenance - help keep stadium operating during the season
OTHER AVAILABLE POSITIONS IN THE METRO | Prospect Meadows & Triple Play Park
Cooks - prepare product inside concessions stands
Cashiers - concessions stand cash register operator
Runners - concessions stand runner
JOB LOCATIONS
Internship Opportunities
2025 Internships
2025 Internships - Apply Here
The Cedar Rapids Kernels offer internships across several departments to help develop future careers. In 2025, we are seeking candidates for:
- Community Relations
- Group Sales (for the Kernels and Bucks)
- Grounds Crew
These internships are full-time commitments, working weekdays and some weekends. The internship positions will finish at the end of the season.
Internship Notes
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Non-game day office hours will be from 9:00 AM until 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with the possibility of evenings or weekends for player and/or mascot appearances, or the promotion of the Cedar Rapids Kernels at outside events.
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On games days, hours expected will be from 9:00 AM until all duties are completed post-game.
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Interns must be available to work full-time, which includes nights, weekends and some holidays during the summer.
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Please read each internship description closely to fully understand the position that you are applying for.