Billing Accounting Analyst Job at Churchill Downs Incorporated in Louisville

SUMMARY:

Churchill Downs Inc is seeking a Billing Accounting Analyst to apply knowledge of accounting processes to perform pari-mutuel invoicing and receivables activities for Churchill Downs Inc., its subsidiaries, and third-party customers. The Analyst’s primary responsibilities will include communicating directly with third-party customers on an ongoing basis to resolve invoicing inquiries and other related issues. This individual will also be responsible for conducting account research and analysis, performing month-end closing duties, preparing monthly invoices, processing cash payments and receipts, and preparing reconciliations of general ledger balance sheet accounts.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.
• 1-3 years’ experience in accounting, or experience in corporate accounting for a publicly traded company preferred.

• Prior experience communicating with third-party customers to research and resolve issues.

• Excellent verbal and written communication / presentation skills.
• Experience with month-end closing process, including preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations preferred.
• Knowledge of accounting procedures and principles (U.S. GAAP).
• Detail oriented, professional attitude, dependable, strong organization, and time management skills.
• Embraces change and willing to learn new skills, a self-starter.
• Ability to prioritize workload, multi-task and meet deadlines in a demanding environment.
• Strong work ethic and ability to cultivate working relationships throughout the organization.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Communicates directly with third-party customers to research and resolve invoicing concerns and other related issues, ensuring timely resolution.
• Execute month-end closing procedures, prepare journal entries and reconciliation of general ledger balance sheet accounts on a timely and accurate basis.

• Process third-party payments and cash receipts through the company’s enterprise billing system.
• Process regulatory payments on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis as contractually and/or legally obligated.
• Assist in the monthly preparation of third-party invoices.
• Prepare the weekly payment forecast to assist in cash management.
• Maintain a monthly outstanding balance report for aging balances and communicate the status to senior management.
• Prepare ad hoc reporting and assist with other duties as required.
• Assist in identifying manual processes for automation to improve efficiency.

ABOUT CHURCHILL DOWNS INCORPORATED:

Churchill Downs Incorporated (“CDI”) (Nasdaq: CHDN) has been creating extraordinary entertainment experiences for nearly 150 years, beginning with the company’s most iconic and enduring asset, the Kentucky Derby. Headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, CDI has expanded through the development of live and historical racing entertainment venues, the growth of the TwinSpires horse racing online wagering business and the operation and development of regional casino gaming properties. www.churchilldownsincorporated.com