Sr. Accounting Supervisor
- Aqueduct (Ozone Park), New York
- Finance/Accounting
- Regular Full Time
Title: Sr. Accounting Supervisor
Employee Status: Regular Full Time
Work From Home Option: Hybrid - 2 Days/Week (40% Remote)
FLSA Status: Exempt
Job Overview:
The Sr. Accounting Supervisor will oversee the daily operations of various departments within NYRA, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with accounting standards, and the efficient management of accounting functions. This role involves supervising and mentoring a Senior accountant, reviewing financial statements, managing month-end and year-end close processes, and maintaining strong internal controls.
Essential Functions:
Supervision and Leadership:
1. Supervise a Senior accountant, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure high levels of performance.
2. Assign tasks and projects to staff, monitor progress, and provide feedback on performance.
3. Conduct regular performance reviews and offer constructive feedback for professional development.
Financial Reporting:
1. Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable accounting standards (GAAP, IFRS, etc.). to senior management.
2. Analyze financial data and trends to identify potential risks and opportunities.
3. Prepare P&L variance analysis and explanations monthly.
Month-End and Year-End Close:
1. Oversee the month-end and year-end closing process, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
2. Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and balance sheet schedules, including detailed review of any aged reconciling items, and resolving discrepancies.
3. Ensure proper documentation and reporting for audits and tax filings.
4. Assists with preparation and coordination of the audit process
Qualifications:
Education (minimum): A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent
Experience: Five to seven years of experience with financial reporting and month end close, and financial budgets. Experience in the gaming/wagering industry a plus.
Other Requirements: CPA designation preferred
Knowledge/Skillsets Required:
• Detail oriented and organized work habits;
• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with all levels of employees, management, external customers and vendors to maximize performance, creativity, problem solving and results;
• Excellent interpersonal skills, a team player and diplomatic when giving feedback or seeking information, even under demanding deadlines; values being part of a culturally diverse workforce;
• Determination and willingness to see projects through to completion;
• Comfortable with financial systems including SAP/Ariba and Blackline.
Summary of Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
As mentioned above
Pay Range / Salary: $95,000 - $110,000
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Elevates Everyone’s Experience through meaningful interactions and communication. And, by treating each other with respect and consistently displaying value and appreciation for the contributions of others.
Advances a Culture of Safety and Integrity by acting in the organization’s best interest, adhering to all policies, and upholding ethical standards.
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Shows Pride of Ownership by being accountable for your role and responsibilities, mentoring colleagues, maintaining transparency in all interactions, and sharing your success with everyone involved.
Achieves Excellence by delivering your best effort, demonstrating exceptional leadership attributes, and persevering through challenges.
About Us:
With a lineage of nearly 150 years, The New York Racing Association (NYRA) serves as the cornerstone of New York State's thoroughbred industry at three major tracks (Aqueduct Racetrack, Belmont Park, and Saratoga Race Course). The industry contributes more than $3 billion annually to its urban, suburban, and rural economy. NYRA also offers a variety of exciting career opportunities – on and off the track. From Finance to Facilities, Turf to Technology, in all departments we are stewards of our sport. Join our talented team of professionals.
NYRA is committed to equal employment opportunity and to compliance with federal, state, and local anti - discrimination laws. NYRA values diversity and complies with New York State and New York City law, which prohibits discrimination and harassment against any employee, applicant for employment, or intern based on race, age, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, gender identity / expression and transgender status), national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including predisposing genetic characteristics), age (18-years-of-age & up), veteran status, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, caregiver status, partnership status, unemployment status, certain arrest or conviction records and domestic or sexual violence victim status. NYRA does not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on an employee’s membership in one or more of these protected categories, an employee’s known relationship or association with a member of one or more of these protected categories, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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The New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) holds the exclusive franchise to conduct thoroughbred racing at Aqueduct Racetrack, Belmont Park and Saratoga Race Course. NYRA tracks are the cornerstone of New York State’s horse racing industry, which is responsible for 19,000 jobs and more than $3 billion in annual economic impact.
