Title: Staff Accountant - Full-Time
Erie, PA, US, 16509
Presque Isle Downs & Casino, conveniently located off of I90 in Erie, PA, features table games, slots, sportsbook, entertainment, live thoroughbred horse racing, and year-round simulcast racing. The casino features the latest technology and amenities designed for guest comfort and expectations. The property features three restaurants, including two award-winning restaurants - Churchill’s Bourbon & Brew and LBV Steakhouse. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, help is available. Call 1-800-GAMBLER.
Benefits of being a PID team member…
- Health insurance (including Vision and Dental!) the first of the month following 30 days of employment for regular FT Team Members
- Accrual of Paid Time Off for FT and PT
- 401k with Company Match – 100% vested at sign up
- Company Stock Purchase Plan
- Team Member Engagement
- Team Member Referral Plan
JOB SUMMARY
Join Our Team as a Staff Accountant!
Are you a numbers enthusiast with a passion for turning data into insight? In this role, you’ll take the lead on month-end closings, financial reporting, and account reconciliations while providing critical support with budgets and performance analysis. You’ll dive into trends, costs, and revenues to help drive smart business decisions and ensure financial accuracy across the board. If you’re detail-oriented, analytical, and ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you!
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
When performing duties under oversight of the Financial Controller duties will include, but are not limited to:
- Month end closing, financial analysis, financial reporting, account reconciliation, accounts payable/receivable, and assistance with budgets. Responsibilities also include analyzing trends, costs, and revenues. Candidate is responsible for other duties as assigned.
When performing duties under oversight of the Manager of Revenue Audit duties will include, but are not limited to:
- Month end closing working with operational information, assisting daily audits of revenue that consists of table games, slot, complimentary services and items, food and beverage, cage and others. Candidate is responsible for other duties as assigned.
Candidates should have the ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment and possess a strong, energetic work ethic and attention to detail, keen analytical skills and ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
LANGUAGE ABILITY
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information to and respond to questions from guests and other employees of the Company in one-on-one and small group situations.
MATH ABILITY
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, using whole numbers and decimals.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. Ability to become familiar with a variety of departments’ concepts, practices and procedures. Ability to perform with a wide degree of creativity and latitude.
COMPUTER SKILLS
Microsoft Office experience required. Will utilize Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint. Great Plains experience is preferred.
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES
Candidate must obtain and maintain appropriate licensing as set forth by the PGCB, PHRC and Presque Isle Downs.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
No direct reports. Must be able to work independently with a variety of departments to successfully accomplish goals.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required or a combination of education and work experience. CPA or MBA a plus. Must have at least one year of experience in public and/or corporate accounting.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. If the candidate is required to go on the casino floor, they will be exposed to smoke.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Candidate must be able to sit, and walk for extended periods of time. Dexterity of the hands required as the candidate will be using computers and other office equipment. Candidate is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. Candidate is required to talk and hear. The employee may be required to lift up to 10 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability. We are an equal opportunity employer.
Nearest Major Market: Erie