Financial Analyst III

At Holiday Inn Club Vacations, we believe in strengthening families. And we look for people who exhibit the courage, caring and creativity to help us become the most loved brand in family travel. We’re committed to growing our people, memberships, resorts and guest love. That’s why we need individuals who are passionate in life and bring those qualities to work every day. Do you instill confidence, trust and respect in those around you? Do you encourage success and build relationships? If so, we’re looking for you.     

 The Financial Analyst III will assist with the creation and consolidation of monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting and analysis as well as have a key role in the management of departmental data in support of operational business priorities. This role will lead P&L reviews for variance explanations and monthly reviews with operational leaders including monthly forecasting and annual budgeting for assigned associations. Provide key input on change initiatives in accounting and financial reporting identifying trends and recommending improvements.  This role is key to the effectiveness of HOA Accounting Servicing to internal partners and external boards by working across various business units to achieve department and operational objectives.  The analyst delivers monthly close reporting, business metric dashboards, and margin reporting while providing key variances drivers and making forecasting recommendations.  Designs, compiles, and manages projected targets using financial reporting and business metrics that support the strategic direction and financial objectives of the business.  Analyst is expected to perform all functions as requested by management.

Tasks include, but are not limited to:

• Financial Planning & Analysis for HOA associations
• Month-end Close, Forecasting and Budget Deliverables
• Monthly and Budget Data Support
• Support as a Finance Liaison with Resort Ops Leaders/Operators
• Other ad-hoc projects as needed

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• P&L forecasting and budgeting support for all HOA associations
• Prepare and analyze monthly reporting including providing variance explanations and proposed solutions in preparation for monthly and quarterly HOA business reviews.
• Evaluate financial performance using key financial models by comparing and analyzing actual results, presenting consolidated reporting to management. 
• Building and/or enhancing existing financial reporting that will be utilized to forecast and analyze financial impacts for HOA associations
• Recommend, coordinate, and drive internal projects and improvements with a heavy involvement in supporting design direction, and monitoring of financial models through business implementation Evaluate financial performance by comparing and analyzing actual results, presenting consolidated reporting to management

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
• MBA or relevant graduate degree a plus
• Accounting or Finance experience in a corporate environment a plus
• Minimum five (5) years of relevant experience
• Timeshare / Hospitality industry experience a plus

• Excellent written and verbal skills to communicate effectively (written and oral), as well as strong presentation skills.
• Exceptional team player with the ability to collaborate and follow a project through to completion
• Detail oriented
• Strong analytical skill
• Demonstrate success in managing multiple projects within strict deadlines
• Must be willing to work in a team oriented and dynamic environment. 
• Intermediate to Advanced level user in Excel
• Understanding and experience with financial modeling
• Ability to perform detailed and complex analysis
• Ability to work with the Management to strategize and plan to insure completion of Departmental and Business Goals and Objectives.