Accountant

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Job Profile Title:

Accountant

Job Code:

19325

Profile Title:

19325 Accountant

Grade / Band:

IC2

FLSA Status:

Exempt

It is the primary responsibility of the Staff Accountant to perform varied accounting functions to include assisting with preparation of  monthly financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and established company policies,  preparation of monthly balance sheet reconciliations, and perform ad‐hoc accounting projects as requested by management. 

Record transactional activity timely and accurately in the general ledger

Evaluate and implement internal controls so that processes are operating effectively

Provide necessary reporting on financial data, ensuring all requested reporting (ad‐hoc and routine) are completed in a  timely manner and contain accurate information

Ensure accounting records and practices adhere to GAAP and MGM Resorts International Operations accounting policies  and remain standard across all business units

Enhance internal customer service through the implementation of reporting and processing improvements maintaining a  service oriented approach within all functional responsibilities

Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and international regulatory requirements including SOX, gaming regulations,  minimum internal control requirements, IRS, anti‐money laundering laws and internal control requirements

Participate in project implementation for systems and/or processes related to the corporate department initiated by other  departments and/or by the department to ensure that requirements are met and/or work efficiently enhanced

Lead, drive, communicate and be accountable for shared service strategies that deliver high quality, cost effective and  value support services across MGM Resorts International

Create a work environment that promotes teamwork, performance feedback, recognition, mutual respect and employee  satisfaction

Perform other job related duties as requested.

Performs other job-related duties as requested

Proof of eligibility to work in the United States

Bachelor degree or equivalent experience and 1+ years of prior relevant experience

Accounting, Finance, Business Management .

Required

1+ Years of Prior Relevant Experience

Accounting/audit experience

Required

Experience pulling financial reports and utilizing them to make recommendations and decisions based on financial data

Preferred

Experience preparing and reviewing general ledger account reconciliations

Preferred

Experience with monthly and quarterly financial reporting including P&L review

Preferred

Previous knowledge and experience with MGM Resorts International gaming and financial systems (Tandem, CMS, Machine  Accounting, CBS, Bravo Poker, XpertX, Mlife, Showcase Strategy, Cognos Finance, Oracle ERP Cloud, Oracle EPM Cloud)

Preferred

Previous knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Access, PowerPoint, Word, and Excel) experience in working with all levels of management, including executives and consulting with key business stakeholders

Preferred

Bilingual, English as the primary or secondary language

Preferred

Ability to work in a high stress fast paced environment managing multiple tasks, projects and personnel simultaneously.  Must possess ability to prioritize conflicting duties and maintain timeline integrity for projects and tasks

Strong organizational skills to function effectively while still maintaining attention to detail and meeting established  deadlines

Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), accounting practices and theories

Clear understanding of change management. This should include participating in the development or implementation of  solutions which require comprehensive shifts in operational practices

Determine appropriate strategies and business plans to meet performance requirements

Strive for continuous improvement. Proven ability to develop and execute innovative ideas, projects, and business solutions

Ability to guide design and strategy for use of electronic system tools to improve process, mine data, extract and report  data

Strong team player that has a direct approach and is solution oriented

Interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with all business contacts

Balancing

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Bending

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Carrying 10 pounds

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Clear speech - simple

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Clear speech - complex

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Climbing

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Distant vision

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Driving

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Flexibility - upper body

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Flexibility - lower body

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Hearing/Listening

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Kneeling

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Lifting 10 pounds

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Near vision

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Normal vision

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Pushing/Pulling

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Reaching

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Sitting

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Standing

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Typing

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Walking

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Communication - verbal

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Communication - written

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Confined area

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Contacts - works alone

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Contacts - works around others

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Contacts - works with others

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Exposure to dust / dirt

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Exposure to fumes / odors

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Extreme cold

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Extreme heat

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Fast pace

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Hazardous conditions - chemicals

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Hazardous conditions - high structures

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Hazardous conditions - high voltage

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Indoors

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Noise levels - low to moderate

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Noise levels - high

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Office conditions

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Outdoors

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Restricted area

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Shifts

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Smoke

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Travel

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Wet/Humid

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Analytical

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Clerical

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Comprehension

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Crisis incidents

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Customer service

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Decision making

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High pressure

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Judgment

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Long hours

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Math skills - advance

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Math skills - basic

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Organization

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Reading - simple

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Reading - complex

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Repetition

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Tight deadlines

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Writing - simple

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Writing - complex

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