Senior External Reporting Accountant

About Ballys Corporation

Ballys Corporation (NYSE: BALY) is a global casino-entertainment company with a growing omni-channel presence. Ballys owns and operates 19 casinos across 11 states along with a golf course in New York and a horse racetrack in Colorado and holds OSB licenses in 13 jurisdictions in North America. The acquisition of Aspers Casino in Newcastle UK expands its international reach. It also owns Bally Bet a first-in-class sports betting platform Bally Casino a growing iCasino platform Ballys Interactive International division (formerly Gamesys Group) a leading global interactive gaming operator and a significant economic stake in Intralot S.A. (ATSE: INLOT) a global lottery management and services business.

With 11500 employees its casino operations include approximately 17700 slot machines 630 table games and 3950 hotel rooms. Ballys also has rights to developable land in Las Vegas at the site of the former Tropicana Las Vegas.

The Role:

The Senior Accountant External Reporting will assist in the coordination of the Companys external financial reporting activities including the preparation of Forms 10-K and 10-Q and other regulatory related filings. This position will also assist with financial statement risk assessment process required by the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (SOX) and other special projects as needed. This role reports to the Executive Director of External Reporting and will partner with others in multiple areas of the business including corporate accounting finance internal audit and HR. This position may also provide other finance support where appropriate for varied operational initiatives and special projects.

Responsibilities:

• Initial preparation of quarterly and annual SEC filings including Forms 10-K 10-Q 8-K DEF 14A as well as other required filings with the SEC.
• Preparation of financial statements and schedules for all SEC filings and earnings releases.
• Ensure financial statements and disclosures comply with US GAAP SEC regulations and Company accounting policies.
• Support the preparation of regulatory financial statements and reporting packages for various internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with business partners throughout the financial reporting process including but not limited to corporate accounting finance legal HR and various members of management.
• Maintain and update supporting schedules and workpapers to ensure audit readiness and compliance with SOX controls.
• Asist in the continuous improvement of reporting processes and internal controls

Competencies:

• Strong U.S. GAAP acumen and understanding of accounting and financial reporting matters.
• Decision making and strong analytical skills.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.
• Highly self-motivated and directed with keen attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently but also collaboratively with others to achieve the common goal.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or related accredited field required
• 3 years of experience in public accounting (Big 4 experience preferred) and/or public company environment
• Experience with SEC Reporting required
• Experience with SOX 404 compliance preferred
• Experience with Workiva SEC Reporting tool preferred
• CPA certification preferre

Whats in it for you:

• Competitive salary with annual performance reviews
• Comprehensive health coverage plan that includes medical dental and vision
• 401(K)/ Company Match
• Access Perks and Childcare discounts

Target Compensation:

• $90000- $100000 Annual Salary

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Required Experience:

Senior IC