Accounting Manager - Corporate

JOB SUMMARY:

This position will be responsible for managing the Record to Report (R2R) team as they perform the following functions:  month-end close process, monthly balance sheet account reconciliation review, analytics of financial statement line items and other projects assigned to the team. This person would be responsible for evaluating and improving departmental processes and will participate in key project initiatives as assigned. This position will include building a team environment and managing accountants and supervisors within their team to ensure deadlines are met and quality standards are maintained.  This person will report to and assist the Accounting Director in establishing and maintaining strong accounting controls and in aspects of the overall supervision of the Record to Report Accounting department.

DIRECTLY SUPERVISES:

• Accountants & Supervisors – Record to Report, CEBS

 

KEY JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assists in planning with the management team the coordination of  R2R functions and duties for multiple properties and corporate cost centers
• Plans, supervises, and assists the R2R staff in performing daily, weekly, and monthly accounting processes to properly record and classify financial transactions, analyze P&L/balance sheet activity and reconcile balance sheet activity.
• Responds to the needs of customers, internal and external, for special reports and interpretation of financial results; addresses potential accounting issues and provides solutions or conclusions to the management team.
• Maintains strong accounting controls and established acceptable accounting procedures sufficient to ensure compliance with the regulation and mandates of all governing bodies, both internal and external.
• Develop and implement best practices in all areas of accounting. 
• Create a ‘Caring Culture’ and motivate team members to perform at the highest standard.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: 

• Four year college graduate with a major in Accounting or Finance required. 
• CPA or master-level education preferred.
• Four to six years of accounting experience, preferably in a shared services environment, with one to three years in a supervisory capacity. 

  QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong working knowledge of GAAP and SOX
• Strong leadership skills; ability to motivate underperforming team members
• Ability to supervise and coach team members
• Ability to function in a fluid and fast paced setting
• Organized and detail-oriented with strong analytical skills
• Ability to adapt to new circumstances by understanding the changes and supporting management in communicating them in a positive manner
• Knowledge of computer software—MS Excel, Access, Oracle, BlackLine preferred
• Ability to identify changes in the business environment and make appropriate changes accordingly including potential impact on control frameworks
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal; able to lead meetings and communicate with all levels of management and present a well groomed appearance
• Must be a team player in a professional environment and actively participate in departmental discussions by bringing suggestions, recommendations and efficiencies to the table
• Ability to uphold and demonstrate the highest level of integrity in all situations and recognize standards required by a regulated business

At Caesars Entertainment, Inc., our Team Members create the extraordinary. We are the largest casino-entertainment company in the U.S. and one of the world's most diversified casino-entertainment providers. Since beginning in Reno, Nevada, in 1937, Caesars Entertainment has grown through the development of new resorts, expansions and acquisitions. Our resorts operate primarily under the Caesars®, Harrah's®, Horseshoe® and Eldorado® brand names. We focus on building loyalty and value with our guests through a combination of impeccable service, operational excellence and technological leadership. The company is committed to its Team Members, suppliers, communities and the environment through its PEOPLE PLANET PLAY framework.  

Our Caesars family is driven by our Mission, Vision and Values. We take great pride in living these values – Together We Win, All In On Service and Blaze the Trail – every day. Our mission, “Create the Extraordinary”. Our vision, “Create spectacular worlds. That immerse, inspire and connect you. We don’t perform magic; we create it with excellence. #WeAreCaesars”.  If you are ready to create some magic, we invite you to explore our dynamic, yet unique, career opportunities.