Accountant I

Foxwoods Resort Casino is seeking an Accountant I to perform entry-level accounting activities under the direction of the Assistant Controller of Accounting & Finance. The role supports deposits, reconciliations, journal entries, financial closing, tax returns, reporting, fixed asset accounting, and maintenance and analysis of financial records.

What you'll do:

• Must adhere to the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal policies and procedures
• Completes the weekly bank deposit schedules and related journal entries
• Prepares balance sheet reconciliations and related journal entries
• Provides back-up assistance with Treasury wires, employee expense reports, cash advances, and AMEX transactions
• Assists with the monthly financial closing process. Prepares accounting journal entries and assists with financial transactions, assist with creating internal & external financial reports, and maintaining financial records. Records adjustments as may be required
• Assists with fixed asset accounting and financial transactions. Assists with financial schedules and financial records of MPTN and related enterprises
• Assists / backup to the Museum, Agriculture, Outpost, and Two Trees financial transactions, including helping with daily audits and creating journal entries
• Ensures adherence to weekly and/or monthly closing and processing schedules. Assists with the preparation of personal property and sales tax returns
• Assists with the administration and enforcement of the MPTN General Revenue and Taxation Code, prepares state sales tax returns, prepares other tax returns, and completes other tax schedules & analyses, as requested
• Provides clear, concise, timely oral and written communications. Provides guidelines and technical assistance to other departments in accounting and financial matters
• Assists with completing detailed analysis of various accounts, including monthly reconciliations
• Ensures adherence to weekly and/or monthly closing and processing schedules

What they're looking for:

• Associate's degree is required, with a desire for focus in Accounting or Finance
• Experience cash handling, managing a budget, or demonstrated interest in financial planning and accounting may serve as a substitute for educational experience
• The individual should possess the capability to interact with various internal and external individuals/organizations through strong oral and written communication skills
• The individual must be proficient in Microsoft Office products, such as Excel and Word
• A minimum of one (1) years work experience in a financial environment is a plus
• Experience in large ERP systems, including Oracle, is a plus
• Expertise in Information System use and associated applications is beneficial