Accountant, General Ledger

Fontainebleau Las Vegas•Las Vegas, NV

9d•$59,000 - $69,000

About The Position

The General Ledger Accountant is responsible for day-to-day accounting entries, preparing financial statements in accordance with G.A.A.P., and preparing balance sheet reconciliations. The role supports the month-end close process and prepares internal and external financial reporting packages while maintaining organized documentation and audit evidence. The accountant helps ensure consistent accounting records and practices across business units, investigates financial statement discrepancies with partner departments, and contributes to KPI success. The position has no supervisory responsibilities. Temporary or permanent duties and responsibilities may be added or modified as necessary.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age.
Six months of prior experience in an accounting position; experience at a large-scale luxury resort is preferred.
Intermediate knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office programs, including Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word.
Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
Ability to exercise professional discretion and judgment.
Ability to gather, synthesize, and analyze data and draw logical conclusions.
Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to read and communicate verbally in English, with English writing skills potentially required.
Ability to interact professionally with internal and external customers.
Ability to handle sensitive information confidentially and maintain confidentiality of information.
Excellent time management skills and a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents, including technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
Professional appearance and demeanor.
Ability to respond and adapt quickly to changing work situations and environments.
Ability to obtain and maintain full knowledge and understanding of company and department rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Excellent interpersonal skills to deal effectively with guests, management, Members, and other outside contacts.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to work under time constraints and deadlines with attention to detail.
Must be willing and able to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment.
Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out written, oral, or diagrammatic instructions and handle problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including standing, handling or using objects, tools, or controls, reaching, talking, hearing, and lifting or moving weights up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, accounting, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Prior accounting experience at a large-scale luxury resort.

Responsibilities

Generate accurate and timely monthly financial statements and support the month-end close process.
Prepare journal entries and maintain balance sheet schedules and ledgers.
Prepare report packages required internally and externally.
Maintain proper documentation and ensure audit evidence is organized and accounted for within the department.
Prepare monthly account reconciliations.
Meet deadlines and time constraints and respond to requests efficiently.
Ensure accounting records and practices adhere to G.A.A.P. and company policies and remain standard across all business units.
Assist with financial statement review, discrepancy resolution, and inquiry research with partnering departments to promote KPI success.
Help create a work environment that promotes teamwork, collaboration, recognition, mutual respect, and Member satisfaction.
Qualify for licenses and permits required by federal, state, and local regulations.