Accountant

Job Summary:

Compiles and analyzes financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts, documenting business transactions.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Compiles and analyzes financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts, documenting business transactions.
• Distributes expenditures, encumbrances, receipts, and receivables according to schedules.
• Analyzes financial information detailing assets, liabilities, and capital, and prepares balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and other reports to summarize and interpret current and projected company financial position for other managers.
• Audits contracts, orders, and vouchers, and prepares reports to substantiate individual transactions prior to settlement.
• Determines proper handling of financial transactions and approves transactions within designated limits.
• Monitors compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and company procedures.
• Reviews, investigates, and corrects errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents, and reports.
• Collects appropriate data and prepares federal, state, and local reports and tax returns.
• All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or similar field
• One to three years of related experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Expertise in working with Microsoft Excel, Proficient in Microsoft word and Outlook.
• Ability to maintain organization, meet deadlines, possess integrity and discretion in handling confidential information.
• Possess the cognitive ability to identify potential problem areas from information presented.
• Ability to communicate with Team members and guests.
• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, verbal, or diagram form.

Certifications, Licenses, and/or Registrations:

• Gaming license/registration as required by the Virginia Lottery Board.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and project management skills, with particular attention to quality and detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of the business drivers in the industry.
• Ability to analyze data, understand trends, and develop recommendations for action based on the analysis.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.
• Ability to work flexible shifts and days of the week, including holidays.