Job Description

Job Summary

As a Staff Accountant Field at Marriott Vacations Worldwide (MVW), you will be responsible for making meaningful moments for Owners, members, and guests. You will support Finance & Accounting leaders by performing routine tasks to support day-to-day operations and department objectives. Assists with audits, period-end, quarter-end, and year-end processes. Controls and secures cash and cash equivalents for the site in accordance with Cash Handling policy and Compliance requirements. Maintains and balances financial information by inputting and verifying data. Gathers, prepares and maintains financial and key metric reports/records utilizing various systems and tools. Develops spreadsheet reports and validates for accuracy in a timely manner. Responsible for Accounts Payable transactions which include processing payments and accruals accurately and timely. i.e. Purchase Cards. Conducts initial research to assist internal customers; escalates to F&A Leaders as appropriate. Assist with financial and operational assignments as requested, as well as, monitoring the site's control environment. Conducts analysis and assists in preparing general ledger entries by maintaining records and files which include reconciliation accounts.

You will add to the success of the MVW team by maintaining high standards and providing the best service. You will need to have a flexible schedule, communicate clearly with coworkers and guests, and follow the company's rules in all situations. This position may require a background check and/or drug screen contingent on company policy and state and local requirements. Specific job duties may differ by property, size of team, or facility. Join our expanding team and become a valuable member where meaningful moments are made together.

Job Requirements

Education: High School Diploma or G.E.D. Equivalent preferred. Associate's degree in Finance, Accounting, or similar preferred.

Experience: 3 years of related work experience is preferred but not required.

Competencies
Personal Attributes: Dependability, Integrity

Interpersonal Skills: Customer Service Orientation, Diversity Relations, Teamwork

Organization: Detail Orientation, Time Management

General Finance and Accounting: Microsoft Office, General Accounting

Communications: Listening, Form, Report and Log Completion, English Language Proficiency

Essential Functions

General Finance and Accounting

• Check figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper codes. 
• Organize, secure, and maintain all files and records in accordance with document retention and confidentiality policies and procedures. 
• Record, store, and/or analyze information using property software. 
• Maintain accurate electronic spreadsheets for financial and accounting data. 
• Complete period-end closing procedures and reports as specified. 
• Prepare, maintain, and distribute statistical, financial, accounting, auditing, or payroll reports and tables. 
• Access computerized financial information to answer general questions as well as those related to specific accounts. 
• Generate finance/accounting reports from the computer system as needed. 
• Classify, record, and summarize numerical and financial data to compile and keep financial records, using journals, ledgers, and/or computers. 
• Code documents according to company policies and procedures. 

Guest Experience and Company Standards

• Address guests' service needs in a professional, positive, and timely manner. Assist other associates to ensure proper coverage and prompt guest service.
• Speak to guests and coworkers using clear, appropriate, and professional language.
• Discuss work topics, activities, or problems with coworkers, supervisors, or managers discreetly and quietly, avoiding public areas of the property.
• Performs other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors/Managers or Leads.

Policies and Procedures

• Protect the privacy and security of guests and coworkers. Maintain confidentiality of proprietary materials and information.
• Protect company tools, equipment, machines, or other assets in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Communication

• Speak to guests and co-workers using clear, appropriate, and professional language. 
• Prepare and review written documents (e.g., daily logs, business letters, memoranda, reports), including proofreading and editing written information to ensure accuracy and completeness. 
• Talk with and listen to other employees to effectively exchange information. 

Working with Others

• Supports all coworkers and treats them with dignity and respect. Partners with and assist others to promote an environment of teamwork and achieve common goals.
• Handles sensitive issues with associates and/or owner/guests with tact, respect, diplomacy, and confidentiality.
• Develops and maintains positive and productive working relationships with other associates and departments.

This job description includes the essential functions, job requirements, and minimum standard of work expected from an associate in this position. Associates are expected to perform all other reasonable duties as assigned by Supervisors, Leads, or Managers to meet guests’ and Owner’s needs or business objectives, including any reasonable duties not expressly stated in this job description. In addition, the associate is expected to follow the employer’s standards, policies, and procedures issued in other media, e.g., associate handbook, Company Intranet, Marriott Vacations Worldwide training videos, and Company Memos. Employment is at will, and this job description is not intended to create an offer, contract, or guarantee of employment. Marriott Vacations Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture.

Marriott Vacations Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture.