Accountant

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Join the Discovery family, where quality and service are at the heart of everything we do!

This role will be located at one of Discovery Land Company’s Corporate Office locations in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Baker’s Bay is seeking a full-time, year-round Accountant to join the Finance and Accounting Department.

Job Summary:

The Accountant handles the Club’s accounting tasks, procedures and maintains a healthy financial profile ensuring compliance with state, federal, and local principles. Prepares and reviews financial documents, reports, and statements. Oversees all accounting procedures (e.g., tax returns, month-end closures, budgeting) and advises on general financial matters. Manages financial reports, records, and accounts. Conducts billing processes and maintains the general ledger.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assists the Club Controller in accounting-related responsibilities.
• Daily recording activities, month-end closing and the implementation of proper internal controls to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the financial statements.
• Executes month-end responsibilities for the Club, Marina and Utility as well as other areas as needed; prepares and posts journal entries, prepares Floqast reconciliations and assists with Club account reconciliations as needed
• Prepares and completes audit work papers for review by the Club Controller
• Prepares and completes any tax workpapers requested by the Discovery Tax team and reviewed by the Controller
• Reviews and assists with accounts receivable and/or accounts payable accounting for operating entities as needed
• Interfaces with various departments and provides support as needed
• Assists Club Operations with F&B inventory control and cost reporting exercises.
• Works effectively with the operational staff to resolve accounting/finance related issues.
• Invoice processing, signature routing and entry into A/P module.
• Produces payable checks, makes copies, run registers, verifies and prints details if necessary.
• Manages reconciliation of Accounts Payable between General Ledger and Subsidiary Ledger.
• Special projects as assigned.
• Other duties will inevitably arise from time to time. This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job.  While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (e.g., emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, technological developments, etc.)

Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting or Finance required, CPA preferred.
• A minimum of 3 years of work-related skill, knowledge and experience is required.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, preferred.
• Proficiency in software applications Timberline and Jonas preferred.
• Similar combination of education and experience.
• Adheres to the Discovery Land Company’s Projects policies and procedures.
• Performs duties as workload necessitates.
• Maintains a positive and respectful attitude.
• Communicates regularly and effectively with all employees, supervisors, managers & Accounting team.
• Demonstrates flexible and efficient time management and ability to prioritize workload.
• Consistently reports to work on time prepared to perform duties of position.
• Meets departmental productivity, organization, and consistency standards.
• Complies with laws, ordinances, and regulations.
• Performs work in a safe and high-quality manner.
• Flexibility and ability to pivot to new projects and desire to work in fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• 401k Contribution
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Employee Meals, Referral Incentives, and Recognition Programs
• Holiday Pay
• Professional development and upward mobility opportunities
• Work-Family Culture

About Us

Baker’s Bay Golf & Ocean Club is the Bahamas’ most exclusive, members-only community situated between the Sea of Abaco and the Atlantic Ocean. The 600-acre property features a Tom Fazio-designed golf course; over seven miles of white-sand beach; a family beach club; three restaurants; a world-class spa and wellness center; and Discovery’s signature Outdoor Pursuits program. The luxurious residences spread across the property are designed to meld with the rich cultural heritage of the Abaco Islands and celebrate its history. At Baker’s Bay, our employees use their personal talent, passion, and resources to meaningfully integrate with diverse communities to provide the highest level of service that contributes to the creation of unforgettable experiences. For more information about our club, please visit: https://bakersbayclub.com/

Discovery Land Company is a U.S.-based real estate developer and operator of private residential communities with a world-renowned portfolio of domestic and international properties. The mission of Discovery Land Company is to create one-of-a-kind environments that provide individuals and families the freedom, security, and resources to learn, grow, and play in some of the most beautiful places in the world. For more information about our company, please visit: http://www.discoverylandco.com.

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