Staff Accountant

Why We Need Your Talents:

The Staff Accountant is responsible for providing management with financial information by researching and analyzing accounts and preparing financial statements.

Where You'll Make an Impact:

• Independently compile and analyze financial information to prepare revenue and expense journal entries.
• Work timely to meet all gaming board regulation deadlines
• Perform various account reconciliations and maintain balance sheet reconciliation records.
• Ability to read and understand general ledger with cash and credit card reconciliations.
• Submit monthly accounting close entries.
• Capability to assist with fixed asset tracking and maintenance.
• Create and/or edit financial reports within accounting/finance software.
• Prepare financial statements by gathering and analyzing information from the general ledger system and from departments.
• Ensure transactions are in accordance with GAAP and internal policies and procedures are followed.
• Review, investigate, and correct errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents, and reports.
• Communicate financial information to department heads and maintain relationships with other departments.
• Present financial information monthly to the CFO and respond to resulting inquiries.
• Answer accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data.
• Ensure that all deadlines are met in accordance with the closing dates set by executive management.
• Assist in preparing audit work papers and being involved in the audit process for internal, external and regulatory agency audits.
• Other duties as necessary.

Skills to Help You Succeed:

• Prior knowledge of gaming operations preferred
• Ability to analyze and interpret departmental needs and results
• Ability to solve complex financial problems
• Ability to perform assigned duties under frequent time pressures in an interruptive environment.
• Ability to maintain mental concentration for significant periods of time.
• Knowledge of area gaming regulations and generally accepted accounting principles
• Broad variety of tasks and deadlines requires an irregular work schedule.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office especially Excel.
• Working knowledge of AS400 / Infinium, DataMagine, Stratton Warren preferred

Must-Haves:

• Two (2) plus years of experience in finance operations
• A four (4)-year degree Accounting, Finance or in related field or equivalent work experience.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid gaming license as determined by Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency for the position.

Physical Requirements:

• 24/7 high energy casino with over 300,000 sq. ft of gaming and entertainment space and approximately 3000 employees
• Exposed to alcohol, cigarette and cigar smoke, bright lights, and loud noises.
• You will work in an environment where smoking is allowed.

Perks We Offer You

• Comprehensive group health benefits for full-time and part-time Team Members and their eligible dependents. Other benefits for full-time and part-time Team Members include:
• Free Basic Life Insurance
• Free Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• Generous retirement savings options
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• On-site Wellness center for Team Members and eligible dependents (Maryland Property only)
• Training and pathways for career growth
• Robust Rewards & Recognition Programs
• Annual Merit Based Pay Increases
• Discretionary Performance Bonuses
• Discretionary Service Bonuses
• Free parking
• Free food and discounted meals
• Live! Hotel, Food & Beverage, and Entertainment Discounts

Life at Live!

Individuals chosen to be part of the Live! Team can expect:

• To be part of an exciting experience unlike any other in the market.
• To be given the power and responsibility to put service and community first.
• To come together as a strong team, while valuing and celebrating our diversity.
• To be given the tools, resources, and opportunity to grow in their career.
• To work hard and have fun.
• Live is a 24 hour /7 days per week high energy casino with a culture committed to fairness, teamwork, and most importantly FUN.
• The casino is large and fast paced, requiring the ability and energy to move about it with a true sense of urgency!
• Exposed to alcohol, cigarette and cigar smoke, bright lights, and loud noises.
• You will work in an environment where smoking is allowed.