Revenue Accounting Analyst

September 17, 2024

Vail Resorts Corporate

FULL TIME

Our mission is to create the Experience of a Lifetime for our employees, so they can, in turn, create the Experience of a Lifetime for our guests. We own and operate the most renowned destination resorts in the world as well as regional and local ski areas outside major cities, and connect them all through one unrivaled network. We are looking for ambitious leaders, innovators and creators to join our talented team. If you’re ready to pursue your fullest potential, we want to get to know you!

Candidates for year-round positions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the posting date, or until the position is filled (whichever is first).

Job Summary:
The Revenue Accounting Analyst is responsible for ensuring the proper recording and reporting of revenue transactions and adjustments for the Mountain Segment. Additionally, this role will be an integral part of the month end, quarter-end and year-end close processes. Responsibilities include journal entry preparation, balance sheet account reconciliation and fluctuation analysis. The Revenue Accounting team oversees all deferred revenue accounts for the Mountain Segment, the daily ledger, product setup review, land use fee calculations and revenue recognition within various point of sale systems. These responsibilities involve constant communication between our key stakeholders including IT, Finance, Marketing, and other groups within the Accounting organization to ensure accurate revenue recognition. The ideal candidate is a motivated individual and a self-starter who can identify opportunities, propose solutions, and see them through to completion.

Job Specifications:

Outlet: Corporate
Expected Pay Range: The budgeted range starts at $55,000.00 - $72,125.00. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience.
Shift & Schedule Availability: Full Time / Year Round
Skill Level: Advanced
Other Specifics: Hybrid

Job Responsibilities:

Perform review of revenue product set-up prior to winter and summer seasons to understand and ensure accurate product set-up and revenue recognition in revenue source systems
Reconciling differences between the GL and daily ledger, and make adjustments as necessary
Perform monthly journal entries to appropriately recognize and adjust revenue relating to on-mountain revenue
Analyze, review, and prepare complex deferred revenue balance sheet reconciliations, including accounts impacted by foreign currency
Utilize and create system reports to improve processes
Ensure compliance with key SOX requirements for accounting/finance organization and accuracy of financial statements in accordance with GAAP
Focus on ongoing process improvement, making recommendations and participating in initiatives to improve efficiency
Active participation in driving results to meet individual, team, and department objectives
Other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Accounting/Finance
2 + years accounting experience
Strong accounting/finance knowledge, communication skills, and problem-solving abilities
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications; intermediate to advanced Excel skills
Self-starter with a drive for excellence, ability to build strong working relationships, and a proven ability to work in a dynamic and changing environment
Experience in People Soft, Blackline, Alteryx, SQL reporting, RPOS and n Vision is a plus

The expected Total Compensation for this role is $55,000.00 - $72,125.00. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

Job Benefits

Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons
MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
401(k) Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Excellent training and professional development

Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus:

Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
Free ski passes for dependents
Critical Illness and Accident plans

Vail Resorts offers a ‘Hybrid’ work environment where employees living within 50 miles of the Broomfield office work on-site Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and have flexibility to work off-site on Mondays and Fridays. Employees living outside of a commutable distance can work remotely from British Columbia, Washington D.C., and the 16 U.S. states* in which we currently operate. This includes: California, Colorado, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New York, Nevada, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Utah, Vermont, Washington State, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

Please note that the ability to work in person or off-site, and the particulars related to such work, are subject to change at any time; and, accordingly, the Company reserves the right to change its policies and/or require in-person/in-office work or off-site work at any time in its sole discretion.

Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.

Requisition ID 505052
Reference Date: 09/12/2024
Job Code Function: Accounting
Job Type: [[Job Type]]

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