GL Accountant - Full Time

GL Accountant

The GL Accountant is responsible for accurately recording the accounting transactions and performing detailed account reconciliations for all general ledger companies in a timely manner as well as seeking out and implementing process improvement and standardization. Adheres to all Company, Safety and Department policies and procedures. Fosters teamwork and provides excellent guest service, anticipates guest needs to exceed guest expectations. Builds brand loyalty by living the JW Marriott Core Values.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited, to the following:

• Prepare accurate journal entries to reflect proper accrual basis accounting transactions in the correct period and in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
• Compile daily and/or monthly journal entries with full supporting documentation
• Analyze financial information supplied by various operating departments for accuracy and post transactions interfaced from sub-systems into the general ledger
• Identify and correct errors by preparing journal entries for posting
• Maintain monthly general ledger account reconciliations, including cash, receivables, prepaids, fixed asset, accruals, among others
• Record fixed asset additions, disposals, transfer, and construction-in-process transactions and reconcile and prepare roll forwards
• Assist in the month-end closing processes
• Generate financial reports as requested
• Prepare and submit local and state taxes
• Assist in periodic financial, tax, compliance and other regulatory audits by preparing requested schedules
• Ensure internal controls are being maintained at all times and contribute to controls by preparing and recommending policies and procedures and compliance with federal, state, and local requirements
• Search for ways to improve efficiency and assist with process improvement
• Assist others on the accounting team with questions, processes and system requirements
• Notify management of any issues or possible fraud
• Maintain confidentiality of financial information
• Perform other job-related duties as requested.

The physical demands described here reflect the essential functions of this position. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS) 613.330, reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Work is performed in a (type of location, i.e., office, kitchen, restaurant, casino, etc.) environment and in other locations throughout the property. Must be tolerant to varying conditions of noise level, temperature, illumination and air quality. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. When on the casino floor, the noise level increases too loud. Additionally, smoking is permitted in casino areas consistent with Nevada state regulations, which are followed by the employer.

• Ability to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays
• Effectively communicate in English, in both written and oral forms
• The employee frequently is required to sit, walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is also required to occasionally climb.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and /or move up to 40 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Completes all required company trainings and compliance courses as assigned
• Adheres to company standards and maintains compliance with all company and department policies and procedures