Staff Accountant

Star Casino•Mahnomen, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY To support the Controller in carrying out the responsibilities of the Finance/Accounting Department. To be responsible for daily activities regarding Fixed Assets and Inventory and reviewing Accounts Payable and Receivable. In all interactions, the position is responsible for providing STAR Experience to guests and fellow team members a first priority. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Shooting Star Casino team members will always deliver excellent guest service to our guests and fellow co-workers. Our Star Service expectations include being: WELCOMING – Make every person feel invited and accepted PROACTIVE – Anticipate Guest needs UNIQUE – Create a one-of-a-kind experience at every opportunity RESOURCEFUL – Resolve the need COMPLETE – Take care and close Responsible for assisting the Controller in ensuring Shooting Star’s fixed assets and inventory functions are administered in a timely and accurate fashion. Create and monitor a system of controls, procedures and forms for the recordation of fixed assets. Recommend to management any updates to accounting policies related to fixed assets. Assign tag numbers to fixed assets. Record fixed asset acquisitions and dispositions in the accounting system. Track the compilation of project costs into fixed asset accounts and close out those accounts once the related projects have been completed. Reconcile the balance in the fixed asset sub ledger to the account in the general ledger. Calculate depreciation for all fixed assets. Conduct periodic physical inventory counts of fixed assets. Recommend to management whether fixed assets should be disposed of. Conduct analyses related to fixed assets as requested by management. Develop inventory analysis reports and variances. Assist in the improvement in internal controls related to inventory. Verify accurate standard costs. Monitor inventory transactions. Reconcile inventory accounts to the general ledger. Prepare monthly journal entries as needed. Special projects as required. Reviews the preparation of daily, monthly, annual and other periodic financial information for Accounts Payable and Receivable. Understand Accounts Payable process from purchase order to check run. Oversee vendor account information to assure compliance. Understand Accounts Receivable process from direct bill to monthly statement process. Maintain written A/P and A/R policy and procedure manual to assure compliance with accounting standards. Maintain regular and detailed interaction with A/P, A/R, and job cost functions for analytical and process support. Assures protection for the assets of the company through internal controls and internal audit. Ensures that accounting records and reports comply with GAAP, NIGC and government regulations. Reviews trial balance and supporting journals. Tests accuracy of month-end reconciliations. Performs audits to test the accuracy of revenue, cash, inventory counts, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and fixed assets. Records and reports inaccuracies to Controller. Maintains complete and accurate filing system to ensure record availability for audit. Maintains electronic and boxed storage areas and current year records. Maintains computer reports and storage of computer reports. May participate and assist external auditors. Listens and responds to internal and external guest concerns to maintain guest satisfaction. Refers guests to the appropriate department or function for issue resolution. Ensures the strictest of confidentiality is maintained at all times to preserve the integrity of data. Performs other duties and responsibilities as required or assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in accounting / Finance or AA Degree in Accounting and 2 years’ experience or 4 years of experience in Accounting related field.
Must meet licensing requirements as prescribed by the Tribal-State Compact for gaming.
Knowledge of and ability to apply internal gaming controls.
Knowledge of and skill in using a personal computer and related software including Word, Excel, Outlook and Accounting software.
Knowledge of and ability to apply commonly accepted rules of grammar, spelling and punctuation in written communication to develop management reports and summaries.
Knowledge of and ability to learn computer software.
Skills in basic math including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, percentages and decimals.
Skill of developing and maintaining positive relationships with external and internal customers.
Skill of receiving a message, understanding the intended message and giving feedback to ensure guest expectations are met.
Skill in preparing written materials such as correspondence and reports to meet purpose and audience.
Skill of determining alternatives that would correct a situation to provide effective guest service.
Skill of delegating work and encouraging and supporting risk taking to develop responsible associates.
Ability to work cooperatively within a group to make the work of the group successful and effective.
Ability to effectively communicate through various forms such as email, written documents and telephone
Ability to research and analyze various types of data.
Ability to organize and prioritize work
Ability to follow procedures and give attention to detail.
Ability to sit for long periods of time (up to 10 hours).
Ability to occasionally lift and carry 10-15 pounds.

Responsibilities

Assist the Controller in ensuring fixed assets and inventory functions are administered accurately.
Create and monitor controls for fixed assets.
Recommend updates to accounting policies related to fixed assets.
Assign tag numbers to fixed assets.
Record fixed asset acquisitions and dispositions.
Track project costs into fixed asset accounts.
Reconcile the fixed asset sub ledger to the general ledger.
Calculate depreciation for all fixed assets.
Conduct physical inventory counts of fixed assets.
Recommend whether fixed assets should be disposed of.
Conduct analyses related to fixed assets as requested by management.
Develop inventory analysis reports and variances.
Assist in improving internal controls related to inventory.
Verify accurate standard costs.
Monitor inventory transactions.
Reconcile inventory accounts to the general ledger.
Prepare monthly journal entries as needed.
Handle special projects as required.
Review the preparation of financial information for Accounts Payable and Receivable.
Understand Accounts Payable and Receivable processes.
Oversee vendor account information.
Maintain written A/P and A/R policy and procedure manual.
Maintain interaction with A/P, A/R, and job cost functions.
Assure protection for company assets through internal controls and internal audit.
Ensure accounting records comply with GAAP, NIGC, and government regulations.
Review trial balance and supporting journals.
Test accuracy of month-end reconciliations.
Perform audits to test the accuracy of various financial aspects.
Record and report inaccuracies to Controller.
Maintain filing systems for record availability.
Participate and assist external auditors.
Address guest concerns to maintain guest satisfaction.
Maintain confidentiality of data.
Perform other duties as required.