Controller

Job Description

Job Description

The Controller, under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer, is responsible for all functions of accounting operations of Kewadin Casinos, including organizing, directing, and controlling financial activities by performing duties personally or through subordinate supervisors and staff. The position performs duties and functions in the absence of the CFO.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (includes, but is not limited to, the following)

• Oversee the daily operations of the Accounting Department.
• Oversee the analysis, development, implementation, and maintenance of the casinos accounting system relating to preparing, compiling, and analyzing financial statements.
• Ensure the integrity and accuracy of all financial data produced by the department; maintain a working knowledge of GAAP and Title 31.
• Ensure annual reporting deadlines are met with 1099s, W-2Gs, 1042s, and allocated tips for W-4s.
• Direct and assist in preparing and distributing monthly financial statements by all applicable deadlines.
• Analyze the results of operations according to financial information and effectively communicate results with managers and the executive team.
• Perform or assist in the financial forecasts of the Gaming Authority's financial position and determine how to achieve the goals and objectives from a financial perspective for the Gaming Operations.
• Continually looks for ways to streamline the accounting department and business operating processes.
• Monitor all activities of all properties to ensure all applicable laws and regulations of NIGC, MGCB, Gaming Commission, and casino internal controls and procedures are followed.
• Ensure compliance with MICS issued by NIGC and the Gaming Commission to safeguard company assets.
• To ensure success, maintain a keen understanding of internal and external processes and apply this understanding to all projects, new developments, and assignments.
• Act as a liaison between accounting and operations, coordinating cooperation to ensure tools and systems drive overall efficiency.
• Responsible for all aspects of credit card processing, including merchant service providers, hardware, software, and operational processes to ensure achievement of industry standards.
• Identify, research, sample, and recommend new and improved software needs as they pertain to driving revenue and cost savings operations of the business; this includes planning and assisting with all software installs/upgrades.
• Assist management with annual budget process, day-to-day, and monthly financial reporting.
• Organize and manage adequate department staffing levels by interviewing, selecting, training, scheduling, evaluating, and disciplining as needed.
• Prepare, present, and attend financial reviews, Gaming Authority workshops, and meetings.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: (includes, but is not limited to, the following)

• Act as a liaison between operations and IT to identify, research, and resolve any reported software issues or discrepancies.
• Provide necessary training and assistance to all team members with questions and problem resolution.
• Assist in coordinating all external audits.
• Assist management with any ad-hoc reporting, training, or project needs.
• All other job-related duties as assigned.

CONTACTS:

Immediate peers, peers in other departments, immediate supervisor/manager, managers in other departments, Executives, Board of Directors, customers, and outside vendor/service providers.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Position light with lifting up to 20 pounds and frequent lifting/carrying up to 10 pounds. Physical factors include constant walking and typing; frequent use of hearing, near/midrange vision, color vision, and bending; and occasional standing, walking, carrying, use of far vision, depth perception, field of vision, and travel. Working conditions include occasional exposure to extreme hot/cold, noise, vibration, and air quality. Potential hazards include constant computer use.

REQUIREMENTS:

Education: A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is required. A master's degree is preferred.

Experience: Minimum of 8 years' gaming experience that including hotel, food, beverage, entertainment, and retail operations, with a minimum of 5 years' supervisory experience required in addition to the above-stated degree requirements.

Certification/License: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) preferred. Must undergo a criminal background investigation under the rules of the National Indian Gaming Commission.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Must have working knowledge and be able to use word processing, spreadsheet, database software, and JDEdwards software. Must have a working knowledge of POS, PMS, player tracking, slot data, and inventory control systems. Must have management and peer coordination skills. Must have organization skills and be able to plan, prioritize, and manage workload to meet goals in a timely manner. Must have good project management skills; provide strong leadership, prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and effectively communicate with personnel, co-workers, subordinates, and the general public. Must be able to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with supervisory personnel, co-workers, subordinates, and the general public. Must be able to communicate effectively, verbally, and in writing, with a diverse range of audiences and settings. Must maintain confidentiality. Native American preferred.