Sr. Accountant

JACK Entertainment; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

JACK Entertainment in Cleveland, OH is seeking an accounting professional to manage monthly journal entries, reconciliations, and the close process across multiple entities. You will prepare analyses for management, audits, and regulatory reporting while supporting process improvements. The ideal candidate has 2–4 years of progressive accounting experience, a Bachelor's in accounting/finance, and strong knowledge of U.S.

GAAP. A CGE license may be pursued as required by Ohio.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business preferred.
• Minimum 2–4 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably multi-entity or regulated environments.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting.
• Experience with ERP platforms and MS 365 applications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly journal entries across payroll, assets, accruals, and GL adjustments.
• Maintain and reconcile balance sheet accounts with timely item resolution.
• Support daily/monthly cash reconciliations and bank reconciliations.
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close across entities.
• Prepare analyses and schedules for management reports, audits, and regulatory needs.
• Identify process improvements to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Support external audit/review processes with schedules and documentation.
• Ensure strong internal controls and segregation of duties in operations.
• Deliver customer service aligned with company policies and laws.

Skills

Independent work

Multitasking

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft 365

Job description

• Prepare and review monthly journal entries, including payroll, fixed assets, p-card, commissions, tax accruals, general accruals, and other general ledger adjustments
• Maintain and reconcile balance sheet accounts, ensuring accuracy and timely resolution of reconciling items
• Assist with the daily and monthly cash reconciliation processes, including cash sheets and bank account reconciliations
• Perform administrative duties to support the ongoing monthly reconciliations across multiple entities
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes across multiple entities
• Prepare financial analyses and supporting schedules for management reporting, audits, and regulatory requirements
• Assist identifying process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy within accounting operations
• Assist with external audit/review processes, including preparation of schedules, supporting documentation, and auditor/commission requests
• Maintain strong internal controls, ensuring proper segregation of duties and compliance with company procedures
• Deliver internal and external customer service in line with company culture and values and ensure compliance with all company policies and federal, state and local laws

Essential Functions

• Prepare and review monthly journal entries, including payroll, fixed assets, p-card, commissions, tax accruals, general accruals, and other general ledger adjustments
• Maintain and reconcile balance sheet accounts, ensuring accuracy and timely resolution of reconciling items
• Assist with the daily and monthly cash reconciliation processes, including cash sheets and bank account reconciliations
• Perform administrative duties to support the ongoing monthly reconciliations across multiple entities
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes across multiple entities
• Prepare financial analyses and supporting schedules for management reporting, audits, and regulatory requirements
• Assist identifying process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy within accounting operations
• Assist with external audit/review processes, including preparation of schedules, supporting documentation, and auditor/commission requests
• Maintain strong internal controls, ensuring proper segregation of duties and compliance with company procedures
• Deliver internal and external customer service in line with company culture and values and ensure compliance with all company policies and federal, state and local laws

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to work independently and effectively manages multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods and move throughout all areas of the property, including stairways and escalators
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, and move up to 50 pounds, and perform activities such as reaching, bending, twisting, stooping, and kneeling
• Ability to respond appropriately to visual and auditory cues and communicate clearly and persuasively.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer and standard office equipment.
• Ability to uphold and demonstrate the highest level of integrity in all situations and recognize standards required by a regulated business.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Must be available to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events as business needs require.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree. Accounting, finance, or business preferred
• Minimum of 2-4 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably including experience in a multi-entity or regulated environment
• Strong technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP and accounting practices, with demonstrated proficiency in financial reporting systems, ERP platforms, and Microsoft 365 applications

Required Certification/License

• Ability to obtain a Casino Gaming Employee (CGE) license within the State of Ohio.