Accounting Clerk- Sports Illustrated-Chicago Resort

We Put the World on Vacation

Travel 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.

Job Summary

Responsible for the accurate and timely performance of various assigned functions in support of the month-end close and reporting process. Assists and supports the Accounting Department by generating and posting journal entries, performing balance sheet account reconciliations, reviewing various reports, researching invoices as needed, assisting on various special projects as needed, and performing other miscellaneous clerical and accounting-related tasks. Acts as a liaison with Accounts Payable including researching invoices and checks. May also be involved on special projects, ad-hoc reporting, and other requests.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assists and supports the Accounting group by generating and posting journal entries. (60% time)
• Performs balance sheet account reconciliations. (10% time)
• Acts as liaison with Accounts Payable including researching invoicing and checks. (10% time)
• Timely research and resolution of reconciling items with exceptions reported to management for review and consultation (10% time)
• Timely research & resolution of customer inquiries. (10% time)

Travel Requirements

• None

Minimum Requirements and Qualifications

Education

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Accounting-related technical training or 2-year degree preferred

Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks
• Ability to consistently meet deadlines (including required number of hours)

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Job Experience

• 3 years in a Clerk role in a Corporate Accounting environment required
• Minimum 1 year Accounting experience
• Minimum 1 year Excel experience
• PeopleSoft experience preferred

Experience equivalent to the education requirement may be accepted in lieu of the education requirement.

How 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. Travel Leisure Co. benefits include: Note: Temporary and/or seasonal associates are ineligible for Paid Time Off.

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Flexible spending accounts

• Life and accident coverage

• Disability

• Depending 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 choice

• 401k with employer match (subject to eligibility requirements, including tenure - speak to your recruiter for additional information)

• Legal and identity theft plan

• Voluntary income protection benefits

• Wellness program (subject to provider availability)

• Employee Assistance Program

Compensation

Generally starting at $28.85 - $31.35 per hour. The actual hourly rate of the candidate(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to experience, education, skills, training, and work location.

Where Memories Start with You

Hospitality 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 MyCareer@travelandleisure.com, including the title and location of the position for which you are applying.