Staff Accountant 2 (Full-Time; Day Shift)

Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort Position Description

POSITION TITLE:                        Staff Accountant II

DEPARTMENT:                             Finance

GRADE/FLSA STATUS:              S16 – Exempt

BADGE TYPE/COLOR:               Key--Blue

REPORTS TO:                                Accounting Manager, Accounting Supervisor

SUPERVISES:                                 N/A

JOB SUMMARY:

To ensure that general accounting records are handled in compliance with established regulations and policies.  To process accounting transactions relating to the preparation of financial statements

JOB ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Endorse the business objectives, ethics, and values of Caesars Entertainment in accordance with the Code of Commitment and Mission, Vision and Values
• Work with departments to ensure financial statements are correct and in line with budgets
• Analyze and solve problems
• Assist with budget and planning process
• Ensure compliance with regulatory agencies, GAAP, and Tribal policy
• Assist with internal and external audits
• Provide answers to questions concerning accounting
• Process daily accounting activities
• Cash management - process transactions dealing with bank accounts
• Process journal entries to correct variances and process journal entries on the balance sheet accounts
• Produce daily, monthly, and quarterly reports
• Conduct research for special projects and produce special reports as needed
• Conduct cost testing of food & beverage and retail inventory
• Data entry, filing, and other clerical duties as needed
• Participate member of the team by volunteering and being involved in projects, committees, and task forces by providing input and suggestions
• Other duties as required by department
• Adhere to regulatory, departmental and company policies/procedures in an ethical manner

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED required
• BSBA degree from an accredited educational institution in Accounting/Finance required
• Two years experience in financial office setting preferred

• Must demonstrate the following essential knowledge and skills:

• Proficient in the use of Windows based office software including but not limited to Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• General Math Skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with strong interpersonal skills

• Self-starter, must work without close supervision with ability to work independently

• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Willing to learn and to be adaptable
• Attention to detail
• Neat, professional appearance with excellent personal hygiene

PHYSICAL, MENTAL, AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to stoop, bend, reach, kneel, twist and grip items

• Must be able to respond to visual and aural cues

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English

• Must be able to lift up to 25pounds
• Must be able to operate in stressful situations
• Must be able to tolerate areas containing varying noise and temperature levels, illumination, vibration, crowds, and air quality including secondhand smoke

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings, and holidays

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job.  Harrah’s Cherokee

Casino Resort reserves the right to make changes in the above job description whenever necessary.     7.14.22