Accountant I

Responsibilities

• Record transactional activity timely and accurately in the general ledger.
• Evaluate and implement internal controls so that processes are operating effectively.
• Provide necessary reporting on financial data, ensuring all requested reporting (ad-hoc and routine) are completed in a timely manner and contain accurate information.
• Ensure accounting records and practices adhere to GAAP and company accounting policies and remain standard across all business units.
• Enhance internal customer service through the implementation of reporting and processing improvements maintaining a service-oriented approach within all functional responsibilities.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and international regulatory requirements including SOX, gaming regulations, minimum internal control requirements, IRS, anti-money laundering laws, and internal control requirements.
• Participate in project implementation for systems and/or processes related to the corporate department initiated by other departments and/or by the department to ensure that requirements are met and/or work efficiently enhanced.
• Lead, drive, communicate and be accountable for shared service strategies that deliver high-quality, cost-effective, and value support services across the company.
• Create a work environment that promotes teamwork, performance feedback, recognition, mutual respect, and employee satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business management, or equivalent work experience.
• One (1) year of accounting/audit experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain licensing by the appropriate gaming authority.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), accounting practices, and theories.
• Working knowledge of change management to include participating in the development or implementation of solutions that require comprehensive shifts in operational practices.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with all business contacts.
• Excellent organizational skills to function effectively while still maintaining attention to detail and meeting established deadlines.
• Able to work in a high stress fast-paced environment managing multiple tasks, projects, and personnel simultaneously.
• Able to determine appropriate strategies and business plans to meet performance requirements.
• Able to strive for continuous improvement including the ability to develop and execute innovative ideas, projects, and business solutions.
• Able to guide design and strategy for use of electronic system tools to improve processes, mine data, extract, and report data.