SCOPE: The Senior Racing Accountant works closely with the VP of Accounting and Accounting Department to ensure the goals and objectives for the accounting operations specific to the Horse Racing operations are met effectively and efficiently within the company and across jurisdictions.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Primary contact with racetrack bookkeepers to obtain account statements and record purses, race expenses and claims proceeds.
Working closely with various stakeholders to ensure that accurate and timely race financials, graphics, and payouts are completed and communicated for each of the ongoing series.
Provides support to horse racing regulatory agencies, including processing on-site transactions.
Classify, record, and summarize numerical and financial data to compile and keep financial records, using journals, ledgers, and accounting software.
Receive, record, and bank cash, checks, and vouchers.
Execute month end close procedures, including journal entries and reconciliation with general ledger on a timely basis.
Analyze business and financial results for respective subsidiaries and joint ventures, as well as consolidated results.
Assist in the preparation of internal and external financial reporting.
Prepare ad hoc reporting as required.
Managing and directing the accounts payable processes and procedures, including ensuring all reasonable discounts are taken on accounts payable and all invoices are paid timely.
Managing and directing the accounts payable processes and procedures, including ensuring all reasonable discounts are taken on accounts payable and all invoices are paid timely.
Ensure that accounts receivables are collected promptly.
Ensure that required debt payments are made on a timely basis.
Maintain an orderly accounting filing system.
Manage financial relationships with vendors, sponsors, and regulatory bodies within the horse racing industry.
Ensure compliance with industry regulations, tax requirements, and financial reporting standards where applicable to horse racing.
Assist VP of Accounting to coordinate the provision of information to external auditors for the annual audit.
Perform bookkeeping services as needed.
Collaborate with executive management to develop financial plans, strategies, and initiatives for growth and sustainability of the horse racing division.
Ability to manage multiple priorities/properties, and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Participates in numerous special projects including Live Racing, special events and other duties as assigned.
Must be willing to relocate and travel to racetracks, events, and other locations as required to provide support and represent the company’s financial interests.
Drives culture by consistently demonstrating leadership, a positive attitude, and the BIG Service standards.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting preferred.
3 – 5 years’ experience required in an accounting role required.
Experience in an Accounting or Finance role within the Horse Racing Industry in Kentucky and/or other jurisdictions required.
Must be able to travel as required for meetings, conferences, race meets, and other business needs.
Must be able to relocate to Las Vegas, Nevada.
Must be 21 years of age or older.
Must pass all required pre-screening and background checks.
Internal candidates must meet the eligibility requirements as provided in the Transfer and Promotion policy.
Must be able to obtain and maintain all valid Gaming Licenses in multiple jurisdictions.

The Mint Gaming Hall an equal opportunity employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

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