Accountant I

Westgate Resorts • Gatlinburg, TN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• Must have a minimum of two year’s relative experience in a month end close general ledger environment
• 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
• Must have an Associate's degree in Accounting or Finance (Accounting strongly preferred)
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Accounting experience in the timeshare industry preferred

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

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree