Accountant Senior

MGM Resorts International • Las Vegas, NV

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Accountant performs varied accounting functions, including assisting with the preparation of monthly financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and established company policies. This role also involves the preparation of monthly balance sheet reconciliations and undertaking ad-hoc accounting projects as requested by management. A successful Senior Accountant possesses excellent analytical skills and a thorough understanding of accounting principles.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.
• 3+ Years of prior relevant experience in Auditing or Accounting experience.
• Experience in working with all levels of management, including executives and consulting with key business stakeholders.
• Experience pulling financial reports and utilizing them to make recommendations and decisions based on financial data.
• Experience preparing and reviewing general ledger account reconciliations.
• Experience with monthly and quarterly financial reporting including P&L review.
• 2+ years gaming industry experience.
• Previous knowledge and experience with MGM Resorts International gaming and financial systems (Tandem, CMS, MachineAccounting, CBS, Bravo Poker, XpertX, Mlife, Showcase Strategy, Cognos Finance, Oracle ERP Cloud, Oracle EPM Cloud).
• Previous knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Access, PowerPoint, Word, and Excel).
• Bilingual, English as the primary or secondary language.
• Previous experience working in a similar corporate setting.

Responsibilities

• Record transactional activity timely and accurately in the general ledger.
• Evaluate and implement internal controls to ensure processes operate effectively.
• Provide necessary reporting on financial data, ensuring all requested reporting (ad-hoc and routine) is completed in a timely manner and contains accurate information.
• Ensure proper planning and resource availability for assigned projects; develop, design, measure, and ensure analytical and control activities operate effectively within the department; supervise projects according to plans.
• Participate in project implementation for systems and/or processes related to the corporate department, initiated by other departments or by the department, to ensure requirements are met and/or work is enhanced efficiently.
• Ensure accounting records and practices adhere to GAAP and MGM Resorts International Operations accounting policies and remain standard across all business units.
• Supervise the allocation of resources, performance, and any competing requirements to meet internal customer expectations and Service Level Agreement performance, thereby enabling the achievement of business case benefits realization.
• 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.
• Lead, drive, communicate, and be accountable for corporate strategies that deliver high-quality, cost-effective, and value-added support services across MGM Resorts International.
• Create a work environment that promotes teamwork, performance feedback, recognition, mutual respect, and employee satisfaction.

Benefits

• Wellness incentive programs to help you stay healthy physically and mentally.
• Access to company hotel, food and beverage, retail, and entertainment discounts as well as discounts with company partners on things like travel, electronics, online shopping, and more.
• Free parking on and off shift.
• Health & Income Protection benefits (for eligible employees).
• Professional and personal development through programs and networking opportunities as well as volunteer opportunities in the community.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior