Financial Analyst

Job Summary
The Financial Analyst assists the Market Director of Finance, Field Operations (MDOF) or Director of Finance, Field Operations (DOF) by providing leadership, guidance and support with financial compliance and adherence of the management agreement with nonprofit property owners’ associations, and the financial and accounting analysis of on‑site ancillary business operations. They serve as a business advisor, enabling the successful implementation of the annual budgeted goals and delivery of desirable financial results.

Core work activities include financial modeling, analytical requests, maintaining internal controls, ensuring compliance with company standards, Sarbanes‑Oxley requirements, and partnering with stakeholders to meet financial objectives.

• Education and Experience
  
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting preferred, or related major; 0‑2 years related work experience in finance and accounting; or
  
  • High School Diploma/GED and equivalent work experience.

• Support day‑to‑day operations and department objectives, including compliance with the Cash Handling policy and Compliance Standards.
• Conduct research for internal customers and, if necessary, elevate issues to corporate F&A leaders.
• Identify and anticipate future business needs and implement new processes.
• Review and analyze financial statements per Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Research and document variances between actual results, budget, and previous forecasts.
• Ensure balance sheet accounts are supported by appropriate documentation.
• Verify current tax rates for sales and use tax and ensure proper amounts are collected and/or accrued.
• Conduct property‑level self‑assessments and assist with internal, tax, and regulatory audits; support DOF/MDOF in completing action plans to rectify deficiencies.
• Provide analytical support during budget reviews and capital planning to identify cost savings and productivity opportunities.
• Assist with cash flow and profit forecasts to enable timely adjustments by on‑site leaders.
• Prepare data, information, and concise variance explanations for corporate F&A leaders, external audits for property owners’ associations, SOX testing, and board‑related materials.
• Effectively present information and respond to inquiries from key stakeholders.

• Build relationships with a broad range of partners, including on‑site leaders, corporate and regional F&A executives, resort operations executives, auditors, tax and accounting shared services, property owners’ association boards, and third‑party vendors.
• Provide financial expertise and insights that enable stakeholders to make timely, informed decisions, optimize business value, and manage financial risk.
• Champion, drive, and embed finance principles in the Business Unit, ensuring inclusion in the planning process.
• Create a positive work environment with collaborative relationships that encourage and celebrate success.
• Offer hands‑on, real‑time financial analysis expertise to resort operations on‑site leaders and other key stakeholders.
• Assist in training non‑financial resort operations leaders to enhance business understanding.
• Perform reasonable requests as assigned.

• Adaptability:
  Adjust priorities in response to change and communicate its impact.
• Communication:
  Convey complex information convincingly, interpret verbal and non‑verbal cues, and model active listening.
• Problem Solving and Decision Making:
  Break complex issues into manageable parts, evaluate alternatives, involve others, and secure agreement.
• Professional Demeanor:
  Display confidence, command respect, and represent the company’s values.

• Building and Contributing to Teams:
  Lead and participate in teams to accomplish common goals, fostering cohesion.
• Driving for Results:
  Set high performance standards, take responsibility, focus efforts, and proactively exceed expectations.
• Planning and Organizing:
  Gather required information, prioritize, and arrange work to achieve goals.

• Co‑worker Relationships:
  Interact openly,…