westgate resorts
Company Description
Westgate Resorts provides a diverse range of vacation experiences. From sandy beaches on the Atlantic Ocean to snow-covered Utah mountains, families can affordably experience the country's most desirable vacation destinations. A world leader in the timeshare and hospitality industry, Westgate has resorts in Florida, Tennessee, South Carolina, Missouri, Utah, Nevada, and Arizona. Westgate meets every vacation expectation, for every family, for every budget. As we continue growing, we will continue offering the best and most-affordable vacation options out there!
Job Description The Senior Accountant II is responsible for applying accounting principles to analyze financial information and prepare accurate financial reports. This role reports to the Director of Accounting and oversees accounting operations within assigned areas, including the supervision of junior and staff accountants as applicable. Key responsibilities include preparing financial statements, developing advanced spreadsheets to support summary reports, resolving complex accounting issues, and participating in special projects as needed. The Senior Accountant II must be able to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, meet tight deadlines, and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Timely and accurate recording of all advanced entries in accordance with the corporate closing schedule
Review and analyze financial results for assigned areas in support of month end close
Communicate financial results and variance analysis to Management as assigned
Timely and accurate review of balance sheet reconciliations and month end schedules
Approve resolution relating to reconciling items
Review external audit work papers
Approve budgets for Senior management
Approve staff entries
Identify and develop process improvements
Financial reporting writing
General understanding of GAAP principles
Carry out any reasonable request by management that employee is capable of performing
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance required (Accounting strongly preferred)
Minimum of 8+ years relative experience in F&B / Retail accounting
Minimum of 3-5 years relative experience in a month end close general ledger environment
Hotel Accounting experience preferred but not required
Experienced in F&B / Retail accounting, auditing, financial reporting, internal controls, processes, analysis, and metrics
Experienced creating advanced spreadsheets to support summary reports and resolving problems
Must be able to perform multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and manage many tasks in a short period of time
Strong knowledge of various accounting software and point of sale software
Advanced skills in Excel (pivot tables and formulas), Word, Outlook
Detail oriented, proficient in time management, able to organize multi tasks and ability to prioritize, delegate, manage workload to meet deadlines
Strong analytical and organizational skills
Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
Ability to develop strong working relationships with cross-functional partners and support a growing and dynamic finance department
Ability to work independently and in a group environment. Be a flexible team player who can carry out any reasonable request by management
Must be able to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
Ability to make sound judgments and solve problems
Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures in English
Ability to write procedure manuals
Travel to resorts may be required at times
Ability to take initiative and effectively adapt to changes
Ability to work overtime to assist financial reporting department deadlines if needed
Additional Information Language Skills Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals or technical procedures. Ability to write business correspondence and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from a group of managers. Foreign languages a plus.
Mathematical Skills Advanced mathematical skills to include strong computer formula writing and creation of macros; complete understanding of financial accounting.
Reasoning Ability Must be able to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.
Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
Special Skills Advanced Excel skills; detail oriented; leadership skills; analytical skill; ability to clearly communicate financial results both verbally and in writing.
Why Westgate?
Comprehensive health benefits – medical, dental and vision
Paid Time Off – vacation, sick, and personal
Paid Holidays
401K with generous company match
Get access to your pay as you need it with our Daily Pay benefit
Family benefits including pregnancy, and parental leave and adoption assistance
Wellness Programs
Flexible Spending Accounts
Tuition Assistance
Military LeaveEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)
Life, Disability, Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Insurance
Pet Insurance
Exclusive discounts for Team Member (i.e., hotels, cruise, resorts, restaurants, entertainment, etc.)
Advancement & development opportunities
Community Involvement Programs
Equal Employment Opportunity Westgate Resorts is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected status under federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email WGAccommodations@wgresorts.com with the job title and the location of the position for which you are applying.
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Job Description The Senior Accountant II is responsible for applying accounting principles to analyze financial information and prepare accurate financial reports. This role reports to the Director of Accounting and oversees accounting operations within assigned areas, including the supervision of junior and staff accountants as applicable. Key responsibilities include preparing financial statements, developing advanced spreadsheets to support summary reports, resolving complex accounting issues, and participating in special projects as needed. The Senior Accountant II must be able to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, meet tight deadlines, and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Timely and accurate recording of all advanced entries in accordance with the corporate closing schedule
Review and analyze financial results for assigned areas in support of month end close
Communicate financial results and variance analysis to Management as assigned
Timely and accurate review of balance sheet reconciliations and month end schedules
Approve resolution relating to reconciling items
Review external audit work papers
Approve budgets for Senior management
Approve staff entries
Identify and develop process improvements
Financial reporting writing
General understanding of GAAP principles
Carry out any reasonable request by management that employee is capable of performing
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance required (Accounting strongly preferred)
Minimum of 8+ years relative experience in F&B / Retail accounting
Minimum of 3-5 years relative experience in a month end close general ledger environment
Hotel Accounting experience preferred but not required
Experienced in F&B / Retail accounting, auditing, financial reporting, internal controls, processes, analysis, and metrics
Experienced creating advanced spreadsheets to support summary reports and resolving problems
Must be able to perform multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and manage many tasks in a short period of time
Strong knowledge of various accounting software and point of sale software
Advanced skills in Excel (pivot tables and formulas), Word, Outlook
Detail oriented, proficient in time management, able to organize multi tasks and ability to prioritize, delegate, manage workload to meet deadlines
Strong analytical and organizational skills
Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
Ability to develop strong working relationships with cross-functional partners and support a growing and dynamic finance department
Ability to work independently and in a group environment. Be a flexible team player who can carry out any reasonable request by management
Must be able to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
Ability to make sound judgments and solve problems
Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures in English
Ability to write procedure manuals
Travel to resorts may be required at times
Ability to take initiative and effectively adapt to changes
Ability to work overtime to assist financial reporting department deadlines if needed
Additional Information Language Skills Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals or technical procedures. Ability to write business correspondence and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from a group of managers. Foreign languages a plus.
Mathematical Skills Advanced mathematical skills to include strong computer formula writing and creation of macros; complete understanding of financial accounting.
Reasoning Ability Must be able to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.
Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
Special Skills Advanced Excel skills; detail oriented; leadership skills; analytical skill; ability to clearly communicate financial results both verbally and in writing.
Why Westgate?
Comprehensive health benefits – medical, dental and vision
Paid Time Off – vacation, sick, and personal
Paid Holidays
401K with generous company match
Get access to your pay as you need it with our Daily Pay benefit
Family benefits including pregnancy, and parental leave and adoption assistance
Wellness Programs
Flexible Spending Accounts
Tuition Assistance
Military LeaveEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)
Life, Disability, Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Insurance
Pet Insurance
Exclusive discounts for Team Member (i.e., hotels, cruise, resorts, restaurants, entertainment, etc.)
Advancement & development opportunities
Community Involvement Programs
Equal Employment Opportunity Westgate Resorts is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected status under federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email WGAccommodations@wgresorts.com with the job title and the location of the position for which you are applying.
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