STAFF ACCOUNTANT III

POSITION SUMMARY:

The incumbent in this position is responsible for creating financial reports and providing timely and accurate financial information for internal and external use, maintaining and ascertaining the integrity of accounting records for the purpose of compiling, reconciling, adjusting and/or reclassifying accounting and operational information.  This position is responsible for creating reconciliations and analyzing assigned balance sheet accounts and maintaining respective account folders. Incumbents in this position are assigned to various departments and are responsible for specialized familiarity with the operations and financial statements of the assigned departments. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

(These functions are intended as a general illustration of the work performed in this job classification and are not all inclusive for this position)

• Creates an atmosphere that induces guests to make Hard Rock Rockford their choice for gaming entertainment; responsible for actively building and retaining guest relations and acts as a mentor to team members in order to provide superior guest service.
• Responsible for Preparation of Month End Journal Entries and other financial closing documents
• Responsible for Daily Cash Management Activities which include:  updating daily bank activity; transferring funds between accounts; paying various expenses; preparing deposits for the bank and maintain all banking functions for operational purposes. 
• Responsible for preparation of Monthly Bank Reconciliation. 
• Responsible for maintenance of Fixed Asset Accounting (FAS) System.
• Adheres to all Illinois Gaming Regulations.

NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Attend seminars when needed.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, email, spreadsheets, and databases to include excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Sound interpersonal judgment and decision-making skills.
• Financial systems and proficiency with spreadsheet software.
• 10-Key calculator.

ABILITY TO:

• Adapt to new systems and create new Ad Hoc Reports on the fly.
• Perform mathematical and statistical functions.
• Independently initiate, follow up, and complete assignments, as well as special projects.
• Perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Effectively perform multiple tasks.
• Interface professionally with business contacts and guests.
• Be flexible to work varying shifts and time schedules as needed.
• Obtain and maintain all licenses / certifications per Federal, State, and Gaming regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality, understanding the potential impact on the department.

EDUCATION AND /OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: 

(Related education and experience may be interchangeable on a year for year basis)

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• MBA/MS Finance/Accounting or professional certification such as CPA or CMA (CPA/CMA)
• Experience of more than three years with exposure in financial analysis in casino or hotel industry preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with data base applications

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: (Licenses, Certifications, Testing, etc.): 

• Must obtain and maintain all licenses / certifications per Federal, State, and Illinois Gaming Commission.
• Must successfully pass background check.
• Must maintain strict confidentiality relative to financial data and casino policies.
• Must be twenty-one (21) years of age.

Hard Rock Casino Rockford is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate because of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, or pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.

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