Assistant Director of Accounting

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an accomplished accounting leader to oversee general ledger operations and support accurate, timely financial reporting for a dynamic gaming and hospitality organization in Las Vegas, Nevada. This role combines hands-on ownership of the close process with team leadership, internal controls oversight, and collaboration across finance and accounting functions. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to guide a team in a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities:
• Direct the monthly close cycle, ensuring financial statements are completed accurately and delivered on schedule.
• Review journal entries, reconciliations, and balance sheet activity to maintain the integrity of the general ledger.
• Prepare management reporting that highlights key financial trends, explains variances, and summarizes monthly performance.
• Supervise and develop general ledger staff through coaching, hiring, training, performance feedback, and ongoing mentorship.
• Strengthen accounting operations by assessing internal controls, updating procedures when needed, and promoting consistent compliance practices.
• Partner with finance and accounting leadership on special projects, technical accounting matters, and analyses that support business decisions.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to produce reporting required for regulatory and compliance purposes.
• Escalate accounting issues, discrepancies, or unusual results promptly and recommend practical solutions.
• Support financing-related activities and provide accounting guidance on complex transactions and reporting considerations.
• Monitor licensing-related obligations and help ensure required credentials remain current where applicable.• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a closely related field is required.
• At least five years of accounting experience, including two or more years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, general ledger accounting, and financial reporting standards.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including data analysis, formulas, pivot tables, and reporting tools.
• Experience with month-end close, financial statement preparation, and audit support activities.
• Ability to interpret detailed financial, legal, and technical documents with accuracy and sound judgment.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively across departments while maintaining confidentiality and meeting tight deadlines.
• CPA designation and experience with tools such as BlackLine are preferred.