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Accountant, Staff-ExChurchill Downs Race Track • New Orleans, LA, United States
Accountant, Staff-Ex

Accountant, Staff-Ex

Churchill Downs Race Track • New Orleans, LA, United States
7 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Accountant, Staff-Ex

Location: New Orleans, LA, US, 70119 Property: Fair Grounds Race Course Slots OTB & Casinos

Pay Range: America's second oldest horse racing track, the Fair Grounds has been a New Orleans staple since 1852. We are a premiere entertainment venue presenting thoroughbred & exotic animal races, slots, video poker and simulcasting year-round. Located in New Orleans, Fair Grounds operates a slot-machine gaming facility and 13 off-track betting parlors throughout southeast Louisiana.

Job Summary

The Staff Accountant will assist in the preparation of financial reports to track the organization's assets, liabilities, profit & loss, tax liabilities, and other related financial activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Prepares journal series for input to the General Ledger and to accounting sub-systems.
  • Assists with in preparing financial statements and management reports to support informed decision-making.
  • Support compliance and reporting cycles by assisting with daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports in accordance with GAAP, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
  • Ensure accurate financial reporting by analyzing and evaluating accounting and operational data, reconciling accounts, and making necessary adjustments in a timely manner.
  • Assists with strengthening internal controls through the development and monitoring of accounting procedures and systems.
  • Leverage technology to develop, implement, and maintain both manual and automated financial reporting systems.
  • Proactively identify and resolve discrepancies, escalating issues when necessary and conducting independent research to ensure accuracy.
  • Provides internal and external auditors with assistance by gathering requested documents.
  • Manage tax compliance tasks, including preparing and filing required forms with federal, state, and local agencies.
  • Collaborate effectively with regulators and stakeholders to ensure adherence to applicable standards.
  • Perform other duties as assigned to support the Finance team's objectives.

Required Skills and Abilities

Must be 21 years or older. Must be able to obtain a racing license through the Louisiana Racing Commission, along with a gaming license. You must possess a valid driver's license.

Bachelor's degree in accounting. At least one year of experience in Accounting or Finance, required.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle paperwork and software, and equipment, and reaching with arms and hands. Office/Casino environment. The work environment consists of very non-demanding surroundings with a low noise level. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

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