Director, Technical Accounting

Travel-Leisure-Co; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flex spending accounts

Life and accident coverage

Disability

Paid time off

Parental leave

401k with employer match

Legal and identity protection

Wellness program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Travel + Leisure Co. seeks a Director, Technical Accounting to lead US GAAP reporting for the Vacation Ownership segment, drive technical accounting research, and shape positions for strategic transactions.

You will manage month-end close, lease accounting, intercompany activities, and foreign currency translations, while directing staff and coordinating with audit teams. A senior finance professional with strong leadership and SOX experience is expected.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and SEC reporting.
• Experience managing lease accounting and related disclosures.
• Proven leadership of accounting teams and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead US GAAP financial reporting and external SEC filings for Vacation Ownership.
• Oversee month-end/quarter-end close, leases, intercompany, and foreign currency translations.
• Direct external audit process and liaise with auditors regularly.
• Develop accounting positions and research technical accounting topics.
• Provide training and guidance to staff and liaise with stakeholders across the company.
• Ensure SOX compliance and high-quality financial reporting.

Skills

US GAAP

SEC reporting

Lease accounting

Leadership

External audit

Financial modeling

Staff management

Tools

CoStar

Job description

We Put the World on VacationTravel + Leisure Co. is the world’s leading vacation ownership and travel membership company, with a dynamic and growing portfolio of resort, travel club, and lifestyle travel brands. Our dedicated associates help the company achieve its mission to put the world on vacation. Innovation and growth keep our work interesting and fun. Every day is a chance to learn something new and turn vacation inspiration into exceptional experiences for millions of travelers worldwide.The Director, Technical Accounting will be principally responsible for providing leadership and strategic direction for the Vacation Ownership segment related to all aspects of US GAAP financial reporting, external SEC reporting, Sarbanes Oxley compliance, accounting analysis and modeling for prospective strategic transactions and acquisitions, technical accounting research, development of accounting positions, and other analysis and reporting requirements.Additionally, the Director will direct the day-to-day operations of the corporate accounting team for the Vacation Ownership segment. This entails managing month-end and quarter-end close processes, overseeing the accounting for all operating and capital leases, allocations, P-Card, Concur accruals, tax provisions, monthly rent, intercompany transactions, goodwill and intangible asset analysis, and foreign entity currency translations.They will direct staff activities by reviewing balance sheet reconciliations and journal entries, allocating resources properly to ensure deadlines are adhered to, and providing guidance and training to staff and liaise with department leaders across the Company to resolve accounting issues relating to business deals, complex transactions, and other accounting topics.The Director will oversee the external audit process related to the Vacation Ownership segment. Meet regularly with the external audit team, directs audit requests, and provides timely responses to inquiries.The Director, Technical Accounting will be principally responsible for providing leadership and strategic direction for the Vacation Ownership segment related to all aspects of US GAAP financial reporting, external SEC reporting, Sarbanes Oxley compliance, accounting analysis and modeling for prospective strategic transactions and acquisitions, technical accounting research, development of accounting positions, and other analysis and reporting requirements.Additionally, the Director will direct the day-to-day operations of the corporate accounting team for the Vacation Ownership segment. This entails managing month-end and quarter-end close processes, overseeing the accounting for all operating and capital leases, allocations, P-Card, Concur accruals, tax provisions, monthly rent, intercompany transactions, goodwill and intangible asset analysis, and foreign entity currency translations.They will direct staff activities by reviewing balance sheet reconciliations and journal entries, allocating resources properly to ensure deadlines are adhered to, and providing guidance and training to staff and liaise with department leaders across the Company to resolve accounting issues relating to business deals, complex transactions, and other accounting topics.The Director will oversee the external audit process related to the Vacation Ownership segment. Meet regularly with the external audit team, directs audit requests, and provides timely responses to inquiries.Essential Job ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities include, but are not limited to:Technical AccountingWork closely with the product and business development teams, conducting technical accounting and reporting research and analysis to develop accounting positions for new products or changes to existing products, contractual relationships to ensure proper revenue recognition, expense recognition, cash flow treatment and/or balance sheet classificationsLeads monthly meetings with accounting, finance, real estate, strategic development & acquisitions, and legal departments to discuss upcoming business transaction and ensure appropriate recording and classificationLeads monthly meetings with Corporate Real Estate to review all new, amended, and/or renewed leasesResponsible for the lease accounting database in CoStar systemResearch complex accounting issues and effectively communicate findings to Senior LeadershipReview and approve Project Funding Requests (PFRs) involving lease componentsPrepare memorandums to document accounting positions for significant transactionsPresent accounting positions to external auditors to ensure appropriate accounting treatment, documentation, and complianceVacation Ownership AccountingManages the month-end financial close process for the Vacation Ownership segmentLeads the monthly consolidation processReviews direct reports monthly journal entries and balance sheet reconciliationsOversees the accounting for all Vacation Ownership segment leases, ensures appropriate lease classification, and prepares lease schedules for external reporting purposesLeads monthly meetings with the Vacation Ownership international accounting teams to communicate upcoming deadlines, discuss current transactions, month-end close status, and any potential accounting issuesReviews and approves up to 100+ invoices for payment each month and oversees the monthly process to pay office rent at various corporate and sales officesOversees the Unclaimed Property process and collaborates with vendor on identifying and clearing outstanding checksPrepares monthly inventory roll-forward summary file for the Inventory Management teamReviews monthly non-cash transfer fileReviews the quarterly reporting packages for the Vacation Ownership segment to support SEC filingsPresent balance sheet and income statement flux analysis to Senior LeadershipPrepares accounting memorandums to document quarterly impairment evaluation for long-lived assets, intangible assets and goodwill.Manages the completion of several government and industry surveys on a quarterly and annual basisResponsible for the Vacation Ownership segment disclosures within 10-Q /10-K filings with the SECPreparation of the MD&A section for the Vacation Ownership segment within the organization’s 10-Q / 10-K filings with the SECReviews footnote disclosures within the organization’s 10-Q / 10-K filings with the SECReviews representation letters from unit/area leaders, consolidates responses and communicates any passed or out of period adjustments to senior management, and signs the representation letter for the consolidated Vacation Ownership segmentPrepares quarterly US GAAP compliance checklist memorandum to document the Company’s consideration and accounting position on new accounting pronouncementsCompletes the annual US GAAP compliance checklist for the Vacation Ownership segmentPrepares quarterly standalone financial statements for Debt Covenant Compliance CertificateAssists with preparation and review of debt offering circularsManage internal and external controls and Auditor requestsManage internal and external audit requests for the Vacation Ownership segment and inform auditors of non-routine transactionsMeet weekly with external auditors to discuss any upcoming/outstanding PBC request items and assist with distributing requestsTrack summary of passed adjustments and monitor company risk of material misstatementsPrepares quarterly documentation of passed disclosures for the Vacation Ownership segmentEnsures Vacation Ownership controls are documented and operating effectivelyHow You'll Be Rewarded:We offer a diverse range of comprehensive health and welfare benefits to associates who work 30 or more hours per week to meet your needs and support you throughout your career with us. Certain benefits may be available to associates working fewer hours where required by applicable law. Travel + Leisure Co. benefits include:Note: Temporary and/or seasonal associates are ineligible for Paid Time Off.MedicalDentalVisionFlexible spending accountsLife and accident coverageDisabilityDepending on position, paid time off, parental leave and holidays (speak to your recruiter for additional information)Wish day paid time to volunteer at an approved organization of your choice401k with employer match (subject to eligibility requirements, including tenure - speak to your recruiter for additional information)Legal and identify theft planVoluntary income protection benefitsWellness program (subject to provider availability)Employee Assistance ProgramWhere Memories Start with YouHospitality is at the heart of all we do at Travel + Leisure Co. Here, you’ll find an inclusive environment where we deliver excellence and take time to have fun, celebrate together, and support one another. We're always looking ahead to what’s next and how we can strengthen our business, its neighboring communities, and the customer experience. Join our global team and build a career where memories start with you.We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applications will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [e-mail], including the title and location of the position for which you are applying.