The Cosmopolitan Las Vegas Hiring for Accountant, Corporate Job at Las Vegas, NV Full Time

As a Corporate Accountant you will exercise good judgment, upholding rules and procedures while considering the needs of a multitude of stakeholders. Your analytical ability and comprehensive knowledge of the industry regulations and accounting concepts will ensure the continued success of The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, today, tomorrow, and in the future.
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PRIMARY JOB DUTIES:
Duties include, but are not limited, to the following:

• Reconcile balance sheet accounts in a timely, effective manner using judgment to identify and resolve variances.
• Prepare assigned general ledger journal entries.
• Conduct accounting research and provide recommendations for applying GAAP principles to business transactions.
• Analyze assigned department profit and loss statements to ensure accuracy, make necessary corrections and provide results to operating departments.
• Document accounting procedures and identify improvements.
• Meet regularly with department management to review their profit and loss statement and consult on other financial matters.
• Facilitate the flow of information throughout the property, by attending regularly scheduled departmental meetings and acting as a resource for accounting policy and procedure.
• Prepare and distribute other reports on an as needed basis, such as daily cash report.
• Prepare data for internal and external auditors; work with the auditors to address audit inquiries on assigned accounts.
• Prepare and/or assist in various tax calculations and related filings. Document and provide company position on certain tax matters and discuss these with tax management.
• Assist with tax audits, tax research and other ad hoc tax projects as they arise.
• Utilize technical computer applications such as Microsoft Excel, Blackline, Infinium General Ledger, and COGNOS reporting tools.
• Held accountable, to a high degree, for the accuracy, confidentiality, and thoroughness of departmental records and reports.
• Ensure that employees maintain valid/active licensing for their specific job/role.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:

• At least one year of accounting experience in a similar role/environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, accounting or related field.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex of documents, such as technical journals, contracts, financial reports and legal documents.
• Possess strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate in English.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Polished appearance and demeanor.
• At least 21 years of age.

Preferred:

• At least one year of accounting experience in the gaming and/or hotel industry.
• Previous experience in a large, luxury resort setting.
• Working knowledge of Blackline, Infinium General Ledger, and COGNOS reporting tools.

PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL & OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
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**The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work is performed in an office environment and throughout the property in all locations.
• Must be tolerant to varying conditions of noise level, temperature, illumination and air quality.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Constant contact with executives, department management, applicants, employees and guests.
• Prolonged sitting or standing and mobility.
• Bending and reaching.
• Transporting, pushing, pulling, and maneuvering items weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Strong eye/hand coordination.
• Use of standard office equipment.
• Basic math.
• Ability to push and/or pull file cabinet drawers weighing up to 15 lbs.
• The ability to distinguish letters, numbers and symbols.
• Ability to comply with Policies and Procedures, Job Description, daily memorandums, chemical labels (MSDS) and other instructions.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 – $50,000.00 per year

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Preferred)

Experience:

• Accounting: 1 year (Preferred)