Accountant, Staff-Ex

Accountant, Staff-Ex

Location:

New Orleans, LA, US, 70119 Property:
Fair Grounds Race Course
· Slots
· OTB & Casinos

Pay Range:
America's second oldest horse racing track, the Fair Grounds has been a New Orleans staple since 1852. We are a premiere entertainment venue presenting thoroughbred & exotic animal races, slots, video poker and simulcasting year-round. Located in New Orleans, Fair Grounds operates a slot-machine gaming facility and 13 off-track betting parlors throughout southeast Louisiana.

The Staff Accountant will assist in the preparation of financial reports to track the organization's assets, liabilities, profit & loss, tax liabilities, and other related financial activities.

• Prepares journal series for input to the General Ledger and to accounting sub-systems.
• Assists with in preparing financial statements and management reports to support informed decision-making.
• Support compliance and reporting cycles by assisting with daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports in accordance with GAAP, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting by analyzing and evaluating accounting and operational data, reconciling accounts, and making necessary adjustments in a timely manner.
• Assists with strengthening internal controls through the development and monitoring of accounting procedures and systems.
• Leverage technology to develop, implement, and maintain both manual and automated financial reporting systems.
• Proactively identify and resolve discrepancies, escalating issues when necessary and conducting independent research to ensure accuracy.
• Provides internal and external auditors with assistance by gathering requested documents.
• Manage tax compliance tasks, including preparing and filing required forms with federal, state, and local agencies.
• Collaborate effectively with regulators and stakeholders to ensure adherence to applicable standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the Finance team's objectives.

Must be 21 years or older. Must be able to obtain a racing license through the Louisiana Racing Commission, along with a gaming license through State Police. You must possess a valid driver's license.

Education and experience:

Bachelor's degree in accounting. At least one year of experience in Accounting or Finance, required.

Physical requirements and working conditions:
Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle paperwork and software, and equipment, and reaching with arms and hands. Office/Casino environment. The work environment consists of very non-demanding surroundings with a low noise level. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.