What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant I position at Wind Creek Chicago?
Description
Job Overview :
The Staff Accountant I position performs a variety of accounting activities in support of the Accounting department. The job duties require general knowledge of accounting concepts and practices.
In general, work involves checking, matching, or researching data and verifying accuracy of accounting documents in order to process, record, balance, or reconcile transactions, data input / output in accordance to generally accepted accounting principles, internal guidelines, and policy and procedures.
Purpose :
Our genuine engagement and positive energy provide guests an escape from their routine into our exciting fantasy world of fun, chance, and possibility, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and importance.
Value System :
Our enthusiastic commitment to our purpose inspires and empowers us to do everything right, have fun, and be the best. We will be recognized fairly, elevating our levels of personal accountability, and focus on our customer. The resulting creation of wealth will grow opportunities for all.
Duties and Responsibilities :
- Enters approved data in accounting system(s) to process transactions in a timely, comprehensive manner following document procedures and proper internal control practices that results in a complete and evident audit trail
- Prepares various reconciliations of accounts and journal entries related to such accounts
- Prepares adjusting journal entries to accurately close the monthly fiscal period in accordance to generally accepted accounting principles
- Questions / validates data provided, gathers additional information, requests clarification / backup documentation, corrects inaccuracies to address other needs or issues prior (or subsequent) to the initiation of processing activities
- Reviews data to ensure accuracy and minimize exposure by following departmental procedures
- Maintains positive internal customer relationships by providing prompt and appropriate responses to inquiries, issues, and concerns when appropriate
- Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulatory requirements
- Keeps supervisor informed of nonroutine issues and refers matters outside assigned scope of authority to appropriate individuals
- Exercises judgment and discretion in completing assignments while being self-directed
- Maintains strictest confidentiality of data
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Job Requirements : (please ensure you meet the listed requirements prior to applying )
Base Pay :
Online applications are accepted at http : / / www.windcreekhospitality.com / Careers . For internal employees please submit your Internal Job Posting Form to your property’s Human Resources office.
Salary : $52,600 - $71,800