Sr Mgr Accounting

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Job Profile Title:

Sr Mgr Accounting

Job Code:

19321

Profile Title:

19321 Sr Mgr Accounting

Grade / Band:

L2

FLSA Status:

Exempt

It is the primary responsibility of the Manager in planning and organizing resources to perform routine and scheduled functions as  well as to respond to business unit questions. The Manager ensures the team is effectively trained in their assigned processes and  work products are appropriately reviewed and communication on changes, issues or status are appropriately distributed to affected  parties. The Manager models the core values of the department in their deadlines with others and develops and implements  practices that ensure the satisfaction, recognition, and engagement of their team members. The Manager works to ensure processes  are operation effectively and efficiently, implementing best practices and improvements in a standardized way across all finance  related functions. Responsibilities include ensuring all balance sheet accounts continuously reflect accurate financial  position adhering to GAAP and MGM Resorts International corporate accounting policies.  All duties are to be performed in  accordance with departmental and MGM Resorts policies, practices, and procedures. 

Possesses knowledge of Shared Services and integrates principles into decisions regarding departmental processes, procedures,  and projects.

Enhance process design across multiple business units to improve scalability and consistency.

Recommend strategy and implementation design for new business or increased business volumes and integrate into existing  processes.

Monitors and drives the LEAN Educated program and training amongst the team, ensuring implementation of continuous  improvement ideas and providing recognition.

Participates in execution of FSSC strategy for continuous improvements, including influencing the culture within the department  to initiate and execute LEAN ideas.

Initiates and sponsor qualified processes for automation that support the department’s strategic direction on the use of technology (RPA, AI, etc.)

Continuously build, develop and improve operations, processes, and procedures in Shared Services to support strategic  direction through the use of technology (RPA, AI, etc.)

Develop and manage a changing work environment from the use of automation and digital innovation.

Participate and execute technology developments that supports the strategic direction of Shared Services.

Builds and develops personnel to continually sustain a high‐quality and high‐performing team. Manage, develop and engage personnel in a way that motivates and encourages elevated level performance while adapting to the demands of a large‐scale  company.

Supports and manages initiatives and policies for a paperless work environment.

Evaluates and enhances financial controls and other risk measurement and mitigation elements. Proactively identifies and  evaluates issues and potential problems and provides timely solutions.

Manage service level (SLA) expectations, performance metrics and KPIs. Establish goals, monitor key metrics, execute analysis  and reporting and enhances processes as needed to ensure compliance.

Maintains an understanding of Finance concepts, methods, standards, principles, and technology, and makes sound decisions  and recommendations based on that understanding

Understands how the business works and the upstream and downstream activities that impact and are impacted by Finance

Coordinates activities and production of documents for business units/multiple properties and FSSC in response to requests  from internal Auditors, independent auditors, and local, state, and federal agencies.

Ensure journal entries are recorded to accurately reflect appropriate accrual basis accounting transactions for  assigned functions in the correct period including accruals of expenses, accruals of revenue, amortization of prepaid  expenses, etc.

Maintain all accounting records and ensure practices adhere to MGM Resorts accounting policies and remain  standard across all business units

Ensure that Company assets are appropriately protected, including collection of rents, avoidance of excess  payments, proper authorization for expenditures

Monitor regulatory business licenses and taxes, property taxes, contractual arrangements and other regulatory  reporting requirements are completed and/or paid on a timely basis

Performs other job-related duties as requested

Proof of eligibility to work in the United States

Bachelor degree or equivalent experience and 2+ years of prior relevant experience

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Required

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Accounting, Finance, Business Management

Preferred

2+ Years of Prior Relevant Experience

Required

4+ Years of Prior Relevant Experience

Preferred

2+ Years of Prior Relevant Experience

Supervisory experience

Preferred

Advanced knowledge of general accounting principles, accounting practices and theories

Preferred

Advanced experience and knowledge of PC computer software programs (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Access or equivalent)

Preferred

Previous knowledge and experience with MGM Resorts International gaming and financial systems (Tandem, CMS, Machine Accounting, CBS, Bravo Poker, XpertX, MLife, Showcase Strategy, Oracle, Archtics, Infogenesis, Coupa, OnBase, Opera, YARDI, AMT Direct, Cognos BI )

Preferred

Bilingual, English as the primary or secondary language

Preferred

Previous experience working in a similar resort or Financial Shared Services Center setting

Preferred

Demonstrates Business Acumen and Sound Decision Making: Sets direction and makes informed decisions that  enhance financial and operational performance. Demonstrates highly effective critical thinking skills. Seeks out and  leverages information and data to inform business strategies.

Leads and Develops a High‐Performing, Inclusive, and Diverse Workforce: Creates a culture of high‐ performance  and employee engagement. Assesses skills of team members and provides developmental opportunities to enhance  current and future performance. Holds self and others accountable and enforces high standards. Coaches and  mentors others and provides candid and constructive feedback. Leverages employee differences and diversity of  thought.

Champions Innovation and Change: Creates an environment in which creativity and innovation are the norm and  change is not only accepted, but encouraged. Takes appropriate risks and encourages others to do so. Demonstrates  an ability to facilitate and lead through change.

Partners and Collaborates with Others: Proactively seeks input from others, leveraging diversity and individual expertise.  Communicates effectively, providing the right message to the right audience at the right time. Develops, maintains, and leverages a network built on trust within and outside of the company in support of initiatives. Demonstrates tact and  diplomacy, and honors commitments to others.

Exemplifies Leadership Integrity and Courage: Sets a forward‐thinking vision and drives the organization to meet that  vision. Makes difficult or unpopular decisions for the good of the business. Displays personal resilience and is not  discouraged by resistance or obstacles. Demonstrates ethical behavior and integrity regardless of the situation. Exhibits  professionalism, flexibility, confidence, and composure.

Pursues Personal Development: Is intellectually curious and continually seeks self‐improvement. Actively asks for and acts  upon feedback from others. Consistently works to enhance leadership skills, technical skills, and community involvement.

Inspires a Values‐Based Culture: Understands, communicates, and acts in accordance with the company’s core values  (teamwork, integrity, and excellence) and demonstrates their connection to the success of the business. Incorporates  Corporate Social Responsibility pillars (volunteerism and philanthropy, diversity and inclusion, and sustainability) into the  business culture.

Balancing

Bending

Carrying __pounds

Clear speech - simple

X

Clear speech - complex

Climbing

Crawling

Crouching

Distant vision

Driving - auto/van

Driving - limousine

Flexibility - upper body

Flexibility - lower body

Hearing/Listening

X

Kneeling

Lifting __pounds

Near vision

Normal vision

X

Pushing/Pulling

Reaching

Sitting

X

Standing - 5 hours minimum

Stooping

Typing __w.p.m.

X

Walking

Communication - verbal

X

Communication - written

X

Confined area

Contacts - works alone

Contacts - works around others

X

Contacts - works with others

X

Exposure to dust / dirt

Exposure to fumes / odors

Extreme cold

Extreme heat

Fast pace

X

Hazardous conditions - Chemicals

Hazardous conditions - high structures

Hazardous conditions - high voltage

Indoors

X

Noise levels - low to moderate

X

Noise levels - low to high

Office conditions

X

Outdoors

Restricted area

Shifts

Smoke

__% Travel

Vibration

Wet/Humid

Analytical

X

Clerical

Comprehension

X

Crisis incidents

X

Customer service

X

Decision making

X

Fatigue

High pressure

X

Judgment

X

Long hours

X

Math skills - advance

X

Math skills - basic

Memorization

Organization

X

Perception

X

Reading - simple

X

Reading - complex

X

Repetition

Safety hazards

Tight deadlines

X

Working conditions

Writing - simple

Writing - complex

X