Property Controller

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 Property Controller is directly responsible for all accounting functions for the resort operations, F&B, and retail (excluding S&M), safeguarding Company assets, seeking value and cost savings through observations, analyses, and enforcing Company policies. The Property Controller reports to and takes direction from Corporate Resort Accounting in Orlando, with a strong dotted-line responsibility to the resort General Manager and F&B Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Daily:

• Ensure accuracy and distribution of daily reports
• Balance cash/credit card bank deposits
• Safeguard cash and manage timely deposits
• Participate in daily operations meetings
• Address income audit variances and assist with deposit transfers and guest credits

Weekly:

• Validate AP and Payroll expenses
• Review and approve weekly financial reports
• Update labor standards reports and distribute summaries
• Provide weekly Controller Report to Corporate Resort Accounting
• Assist with billing and folio corrections
• Process and track REN paperwork and Rental Revenue Report

Monthly:

• Share month-end close responsibilities with corporate accounting
• Distribute monthly financial statements to resort management
• Perform financial analysis and variance reporting
• Maintain general ledger and balance sheet reconciliations
• Conduct surprise audits on cashier banks
• Review accounts receivable aging reports and enforce collection efforts
• Oversee rental pool commissions and housekeeping reimbursements

Annual:

• Prepare annual operating and capital/reserve budgets
• Compile budgets into HOA format
• Attend yearly HOA meetings and provide accounting materials

Supervisory Responsibilities

Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include hiring, and training property accounting staff; planning, assigning, and directing work; rewarding and disciplining team members; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent; or seven to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Experience in Accounting, preferably in the hospitality industry.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.

Additional Information

Why Westgate?

• Comprehensive health benefits – medical, dental and vision
• Paid Time Off (PTO) – vacation, sick, and personal
• Paid Holidays
• K 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 (, hotels, cruise, resorts, restaurants, entertainment, etc.)
• Advancement & development opportunities
• Community Involvement Programs