Staff Accountant

Twenty-Nine Palms Band of Mission Indians•Coachella, CA

About The Position

The Staff Accountant applies accounting principles to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports for casino operations. The role supports the organization’s Five Star Experience and Service Promise by providing outstanding service to guests and team members, following departmental service standards, and helping colleagues successfully perform their jobs. The position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

Minimum of two years of accounting work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Advanced Excel worksheet skills.
High proficiency in computer skills.
Pass periodic random drug screens.
Pass a background suitability investigation.
Obtain a Tribal Gaming License.
Obtain all other applicable certifications and licenses.
Provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States within 72 hours of employment.
Be available to work weekends and holidays and any hours as needed, including emergency calls 24/7.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university.

Responsibilities

Provide outstanding customer service to guests and employees and uphold the organization’s mission statement, Service Promise, and service standards.
Lead by example in delivering a welcoming, proactive, seamless, personalized, and valued experience.
Coach and support team members by helping ensure they have the skills, tools, and resources needed to perform their jobs.
Compile and analyze financial information to support preparation of journal entries to general ledger accounts.
Prepare and maintain worksheets for cash-on-hand and bank-account reconciliations.
Prepare account reconciliations that agree subledger detail with general ledger balances for balance-sheet accounts.
Prepare data for federal, state, and local reports and tax returns.
Prepare weekly reports for the Business Development Committee.
Oversee internal intercompany billing and shared costs.
Participate in random inventory audits for casino venues.
Prepare documentation for external audits and regulatory agencies.
Ensure compliance with Minimum Internal Control Standards (MICS) and Tribal Internal Control Standards (TICS).
Represent the Tribal organization positively to guests and vendors and assist them as required.
Follow safety policies and procedures and attend scheduled safety meetings and training.
Perform other duties as assigned.