Accountant I

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

As a Staff Account with Westgate Resorts you will be responsible for supporting the month-end close process within the Resort Accounting function.

To excel in this role, you must embody our core values of integrity, passion, and a strong work ethic. These values are essential to our success, and we are looking for someone who shares our commitment.

As a Staff Accountant you will:

• Record journal entries accurately and on time, following the corporate closing schedule
• Research and document financial data to support senior staff
• Prepare assigned balance sheet reconciliations promptly and accurately
• Investigate reconciling items and report exceptions to senior staff for review

Qualifications

• Bachelors or Associates degree in Accounting or Finance strongly preferred
• In lieu of a degree, a minimum of five years experience in a month end close general ledger environment
• Hotel/Resort/Hospitality experience preferred
• Ability to work overtime to assist Financial reporting department deadlines
• Entry level knowledge of various accounting software
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office, especially Excel
• Strong organizational skills and detail oriented
• Excellent communication skills written and oral
• Ability to work independently and in a group environment (team player)

Additional Information

Why Westgate?

• Comprehensive health benefits – medical, dental and vision
• Paid Time Off (PTO) – 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 Leave
• Employee 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

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.