Job Description
Full job description
Location: Indianapolis, IN, US, 46202
Requisition ID: 17512
Brightstar is an innovative, forward-thinking global leader in lottery that builds on our renowned expertise in delivering secure technology and producing reliable, comprehensive solutions for our customers. As a premier pure play global lottery company, our best-in-class lottery operations, retail and digital solutions, and award-winning lottery games enable our customers to achieve their goals, fulfill player needs and distribute meaningful benefits to communities. Brightstar has a well-established local presence and is a trusted partner to governments and regulators around the world, creating value by adhering to the highest standards of service, integrity, and responsibility. Brightstar has approximately 6,000 employees. For more information, please visit www.brightstarlottery.com.
Responsibilities
IGT Indiana was selected to oversee sales, marketing and other operations for the Hoosier Lottery, via an Integrated Services Agreement (ISA) executed in October 2012. The Hoosier Lottery ISA is a 15 year contract that currently runs through June 30, 2032. IGT Indiana is a subsidiary of Brightstar Lottery, one of the world’s leading lottery technology companies. Most recently, IGT Indiana helped the Hoosier Lottery to set record annual sales of $1.35 Billion as well as obtain level 4 status from the World Lottery Association; the highest level of Responsible Gaming accreditation.
OVERALL OBJECTIVE AND PURPOSE
The Staff Accountant reports to the Finance Manager and is primarily responsible for maintaining the general ledger accounts, accounts payable, accounts receivable and business transactions of the organization using Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Responsibilities include:
Performs day-to-day general ledger accounting, financial reporting and analysis for assigned functional areas
Responsible for month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close for assigned functional areas
Routine communication with Supervisors relating to financial close, issues and deliverables
Assist in development of annual budgets, analyze and track actual spending, and prepare monthly and annual income statement/balance sheet forecasts
Perform Balance Sheet account reconciliations, account analysis, accrual calculations, and other related accounting documents/schedules
Prepare journal entries related to assigned functional responsibilities
Interact with state personnel, outside vendors, as well as personnel located at all company sites to provide or receive financial information needed to perform duties
Create customer invoices and credit memos
Research and prepare variance analysis and explanations
Assist in responding to audit requests and preparing audit support packages
Research and resolve Business Unit(s) inquiries for assigned functional areas
Assists with other projects as assigned
Qualifications
Education:
BA/BS in Finance or Accounting
Experience:
Equivalent experience considered
Additional desired qualifications:
Effective Communication Skills (Written & Verbal).
Ability to work in a team environment.
Understanding of accounting processes, procedures and internal controls.
Ability to adapt quickly and learn new tasks independently.
Strong Microsoft Office skills (especially Excel, PowerPoint, and Word)
Keys to Success
Building collaborative relationships
Decision making
Drive results
Foster innovation
Personal energy
Self-leadership
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At Brightstar, we consider a wide range of factors in determining compensation, including background, skills, experience, and work location. These factors can cause your compensation to vary. The estimated starting compensation range is $39,848 - $103,002. The actual pay offered may end up being higher or lower. The Company will comply with all local pay requirements and collective bargaining agreements, where applicable.
Base pay is only one part of our Total Rewards program. Sales roles may be eligible for commission payments, while other roles are eligible for discretionary bonuses. In addition, we offer employees a 401(k) Savings Plan with Company contributions, health, dental, and vision insurance, life, accident, and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, wellness programs, and identity theft insurance. Note: programs are subject to eligibility requirements.
All Brightstar employees have a role in information security. Annual training will be assigned and required as appropriate.
