Revenue Accounting Analyst

$55,000 - $72,125/Yr

Vail Resorts

Full-time - Entry Level

Remote

Amusement, Gambling, and Recreation Industries

About the position

The Revenue Accounting Analyst plays a crucial role in ensuring accurate recording and reporting of revenue transactions for the Mountain Segment at Vail Resorts. This position is integral to the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, involving journal entry preparation, account reconciliation, and fluctuation analysis. The analyst will collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure compliance with accounting standards and improve revenue recognition processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform review of revenue product set-up prior to winter and summer seasons to ensure accurate revenue recognition.
• Reconcile differences between the GL and daily ledger, making necessary adjustments.
• Perform monthly journal entries to recognize and adjust revenue related to on-mountain activities.
• Analyze and prepare complex deferred revenue balance sheet reconciliations, including foreign currency impacts.
• Utilize and create system reports to enhance processes.
• Ensure compliance with SOX requirements and accuracy of financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Participate in ongoing process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency.
• Drive results to meet individual, team, and department objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance preferred.
• 2+ years of accounting experience.
• Strong accounting/finance knowledge and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, with intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
• Self-starter with a drive for excellence and ability to build strong working relationships.
• Experience with PeopleSoft, Blackline, Alteryx, SQL reporting, RPOS, and nVision is a plus.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in accounting software and reporting tools.
• Familiarity with revenue recognition principles and practices.

Benefits

• Ski/Mountain perks including free passes for employees and discounted lift tickets for friends and family.
• Employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Excellent training and professional development opportunities.
• Health Insurance including Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for eligible employees after working 500 hours.
• Free ski passes for dependents.
• Critical Illness and Accident plans.