Accountant I

Westgate Resorts•Gatlinburg, TN

3h•$55,000•Onsite

About The Position

Westgate Resorts is seeking an Accountant I to support our on‑site Accounting team in Gatlinburg, TN. This full‑time, on‑site role is hiring immediately. The Accountant I is responsible for month‑end close activities, general ledger work, reconciliations, and routine journal entries supporting a high‑volume resort operation. The ideal candidate has at least two years of experience in a month‑end close or general ledger environment and is comfortable working with accounting systems, Excel, and financial reporting processes. You’ll collaborate with accounting leadership and property operations to ensure accurate financial data and timely close cycles. If you are detail‑oriented, organized, and looking to grow within a leading hospitality company, Westgate Resorts in Gatlinburg offers a strong career path in corporate accounting.

Requirements

A minimum of two years’ experience in a month‑end close general ledger environment
Experience with ERP software required, preferably Oracle
Proficiency in Excel and Word (ability to create and interpret spreadsheets)
Ability to pass a basic accounting and Excel assessment
Strong organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical abilities
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
Willingness to work overtime to meet financial reporting deadlines
Associate’s degree in Accounting or Finance (Accounting strongly preferred)

Nice To Haves

Timeshare accounting experience 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 findings with recommended solutions
Provide assistance to staff members and department managers
Carry out any reasonable request by management within the scope of the role

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