GL Accountant - Full Time

J W Marriott•Las Vegas, NV

3d•$50,000 - $65,000•Onsite

About The Position

The GL Accountant is responsible for accurately recording accounting transactions and performing detailed account reconciliations for all general ledger companies in a timely manner, as well as seeking out and implementing process improvement and standardization. Adheres to all Company, Safety and Department policies and procedures. Fosters teamwork and provides excellent guest service, anticipates guest needs to exceed guest expectations. Builds brand loyalty by living the JW Marriott Core Values.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Minimum five (5) years’ experience in the accounting and/or finance including general ledger, accounts receivable, and fixed assets
Working knowledge of general ledger accounting systems, including ability to import and export data to and from system applications
Advanced knowledge of preparation and review of general ledger account reconciliations
Familiar with monthly and quarterly financial reports including profit & loss review
Able to work in a high stress fast paced environment managing multiple tasks, projects and personnel simultaneously
Proficient with basic financial and analytical concepts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, etc
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel including conditional formatting and advanced calculations/functions to interpret and create spreadsheets and working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook
Highly developed organizational skills to function effectively while still maintaining attention to detail and meeting established deadlines
Strong analytical, math, and problem-solving skills
Able to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature, with impending deadlines and/or established timeframes
Able to take initiative and effectively adapt to changes and establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship
Strong team player that has a direct approach and is solution oriented.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Valid Nevada Gaming License
Valid Nevada Driver’s License

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare accurate journal entries to reflect proper accrual basis accounting transactions in the correct period and in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
Compile daily and/or monthly journal entries with full supporting documentation
Analyze financial information supplied by various operating departments for accuracy and post transactions interfaced from sub-systems into the general ledger
Identify and correct errors by preparing journal entries for posting
Maintain monthly general ledger account reconciliations, including cash, receivables, prepaids, fixed asset, accruals, among others
Record fixed asset additions, disposals, transfer, and construction-in-process transactions and reconcile and prepare roll forwards
Assist in the month-end closing processes
Generate financial reports as requested
Prepare and submit local and state taxes
Assist in periodic financial, tax, compliance and other regulatory audits by preparing requested schedules
Ensure internal controls are being maintained at all times and contribute to controls by preparing and recommending policies and procedures and compliance with federal, state, and local requirements
Search for ways to improve efficiency and assist with process improvement
Assist others on the accounting team with questions, processes and system requirements
Notify management of any issues or possible fraud
Maintain confidentiality of financial information
Perform other job-related duties as requested.