Accountant I

Westgate Resorts

Accountant I

Gatlinburg, TN
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    Westgate Resorts is seeking a detail-oriented Accountant I to join our team at Smoky Mountain Resort in Gatlinburg, TN. This role is perfect for those looking to build a strong foundation in accounting, with responsibilities including daily cash reconciliations, revenue auditing, and journal entry preparation.

    Responsibilities

    • Prepare general ledger closing entries
    • Review, analyze and present financial statements
    • Reconcile bank accounts
    • Reconcile general ledger balance sheet accounts and maintain proper backup
    • Exercise proper judgment and present all findings with a game plan to resolve issues
    • Assist and support to other staff members and other department managers
    • Carry out any reasonable request by management that employee is capable of performing
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    • Must have a minimum of two year’s relative experience in a month end close general ledger environment
    • Accounting experience in the timeshare industry preferred
    • Must have experience with an ERP software, preferably Oracle
    • Proficient in Excel and Word
    • Must be able to take and pass a basic accounting and Excel assessment
    • Strong organizational skills
    • Excellent communication skills written and oral
    • Strong analytical abilities
    • Ability to work independently and in a group environment (team player)
    • Willingness to work overtime to assist financial reporting department deadlines

    Education & Certifications

    • Must have an Associate's degree in Accounting or Finance (Accounting strongly preferred)

    Skills/Knowledge

    • Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures in English
    • Ability to write procedure manuals
    • Ability to work independently and in a group environment (team player)
    • Ability to make sound judgments and solve problems
    • Must be proficient in Excel (ability to interpret and create spreadsheets), Word, Outlook.

    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.

    This job posting is intended to provide a general overview of the position and may not include every responsibility, duty, or qualification required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

  • Industry
    Hospitality