Director of Accounting

Reporting to the Vice President of Finance, the Director of Accounting oversees the accounting function for Palms and Palms Place including the gaming and non-gaming accounting and audit areas. This position maintains accounting processes and procedures to ensure accurate, timely, and relevant financial reporting, consistent with the US GAAP accounting principles.

Core Job Responsibilities:

• Manage accounting staff to ensure that work is properly allocated and completed in a timely manner.
• Manage tight deadlines and a multitude of accounting activities including reconciliations, financial reporting, year-end audit, and compliance with policies and procedures.
• Manage the month-end close process to meet reporting deadlines.
• Preparation of financial statements and management reports on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis.
• Manage day-to-day tactical and strategic functions of accounting.
• Works well with operating departments and with enterprise shared services.
• Prepare, review and/or ensure completion of recurring activities including month-end/year-end closings, reconciliations, financial reporting, sales/use tax reporting, etc.
• Oversee day-to-day activities, including journal entries, batch approvals, reconciliations, account analysis.
• Assist with all external reporting, including audits and other special reports.
• Maintain a documented system of accounting policies and procedures.
• Ensure periodic bank compliance activities are performed in a timely and accurate manner.
• Identify, develop and implement procedures to enhance efficiency and accuracy of the department.
• Prepare ad-hoc analysis for senior management.
• Respond to inquiries regarding financial results and special requests for senior management.
• Prepare memos, analysis, policies, and procedures as requested by VP of Finance.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the department.
• Carries out management responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning reviewing and directing work; evaluating and appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Contribute to the broader organization by being a strong team leader and business partner in support of the overall growth of the company.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Active CPA license preferred.
• Minimum seven (7) years of progressive accounting experience required.
• Minimum three (3) years supervisory experience required.
• Equivalent combination of education and progressive, relevant and direct experience may be considered in lieu of minimum educational/experience requirements indicated above.
• Proficiency with computerized financial systems, Microsoft Excel and other related applications (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Physical Demands:

• Work is performed in various settings including closed office and casino floor.
• Must be tolerant to varying conditions of noise level, temperature, illumination, and air quality.
• May be exposed to smoke.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
• Constant contact with executives, department management, team members, and guests.
• Prolonged sitting or standing and mobility.
• Balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, repetitive motions Lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects and/or move up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Eye/hand coordination.
• Use of standard office equipment.
• Basic math.
• Ability to distinguish letters, numbers, and symbols.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Palms provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Palms, its affiliates and subsidiaries will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with applicable law. We are committed to making a work environment where the growth and well-being of our team members is the top priority. Join our team today!

We are committed to making a work environment where the growth and well-being of our team members is the top priority. Join our team today!