Financial Analyst

BlueWater Resort and Casino; Parker (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

BlueWater Resort and Casino in Parker, AZ is seeking a Management level Finance professional to support the CFO with operating and capital budgets, analyze revenue trends, and assist in month-end close processes.

You will work with gaming departments, warehouse, revenue audit, and general accounting to improve processes and ensure GAAP compliance.

This role requires a four-year degree in accounting and strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or six years related experience.
• Casino or hotel financial reporting experience preferred.
• Cost-benefit analysis and financial statement interpretation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and managing the Capital and Operations Budget Process.
• Monitor deviations to budget and alert CFO/GM of significant changes.
• Assist Month End and Year End Close processes.
• Support auditors, regulators, and external parties as needed.
• Improve accounting processes and implement technology upgrades.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis

Budgeting

MS Excel advanced

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Six years of related experience

Tools

Excel

General Ledger Software

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: ManagementJob Location: BlueWater Resort and Casino - Parker, AZ 85344Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeSalary Range: $31.25 Salary/yearJob Shift: DayJob Category: Accounting

SUMMARY:

Assists Chief Financial Officer with Operating and Capital Budgets. Assists Gaming Departments in analyzing Revenue Trends and effectiveness of Marketing Events and Promotions. Provides back up support to Warehouse, Revenue Audit and General Accounting.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in developing and managing the Capital and Operations Budget Process.
• Works with departments to provide alerts to Chief Financial Officer and GM of significant deviations to budget and analyzes information.
• Assist in managing Month End and Year End Close Process.
• Assist Warehouse Supervisor, Revenue Audit Manager and Senior Accountant when needed.
• Assists Chief Financial Officer in developing and implementing accounting technology upgrades and training.
• Assists the Chief Financial Officer in managing the relationship with internal and external auditors, consultants, federal regulatory agencies, suppliers and other entities necessary for business functions.
• Leads or assists on special projects required by the Chief Financial Officer that will not cause an internal control conflict with any duties listed above.
• Maintains a thorough knowledge and understanding of the accounting system.
• Acts as a liaison to all other departments with respect to financial questions.
• Facilitates the flow of information throughout the property.
• Works with Finance team to make improvements in processes.
• Maintain Fixed Asset Accounting System including preparing asset additions, deletions, and General Ledger Entry.
• Manage Capital Expenditure Process including: Review and signoff on all Capital Expense requests and GL account charges and track all Capital Expense projects to their allotted budgets.
• Performs all functions in accordance with Tribal, Federal, State Health & Safety Regulations, Gaming Regulations, and BlueWater Resort & Casino policies and procedures.
• All other duties as assigned (job description permitting), or as approved by the Tribal Gaming Agency.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. All Employees must be knowledgeable to all Company policies and procedures.

• Knowledge of financial operations and budget concepts.
• Proven knowledge of accounting principles, practices, standards, laws and regulations, according to GAAP (General Accepted Accounting Principles).
• Skills with analyzing financial data and promptly generate accurate reports.
• Intermediate to advanced skills with MS Office, Excel, accounting software, and databases.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of team members, customers and outside contacts.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from a four-year college or university preferred; or combination of six (6) years of education and Financial Analyst or Senior Accountant experience. Experience with casino or hotel financial reporting, cost benefit analysis and financial statement interpretation preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must frequently lift and/or move up to ten (10) pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty-five (25) pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Indoor office environment. The noise level in the work environment is generally quiet to moderate and may become excessively noisy at times. Will have contact with employees, external agencies and the public.

ACCESSIBILITY:

Restricted Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities identified in this position description are illustrative only and are in no way intended to be a complete list of activities that may be required of an incumbent. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individual currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.