Chief Financial Officer

The Chief Financial Officer, under the direction of the Kewadin Casinos Gaming Authority, is responsible for all financial and fiscal management aspects of the Gaming Authority and Casino operations, providing leadership, direction, coordination and analysis in the administrative, business planning, accounting and budgeting efforts of the company. The position is responsible for the management/supervision of Accounting, Cage, and Count Team departments for all casinos. The position is responsible for providing attentive, cheerful, courteous, professional customer service to all customers, internal and external, striving to always exceed their expectations.

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

• Work with Kewadin CEO to set the strategic direction of Kewadin Casinos
• Communicate directly to the Kewadin Casinos Gaming Authority the financial status of Kewadin Casinos with timely accurate analysis
• Provide strategic input and leadership on future developments and reinvestments.
• Maintain banking relationships and strategic alliances with vendors and business partners
• Oversee the capital structure of the company, determining the best mix of debt, equity, financing, and secures short- and long-term debt as needed
• Direct, review, prepare, modify and maintain financial policies, systems, Internal Control Policies and Procedures to ensure control and protection of all revenues, assets and records.
• Develop, accounts for and manages the implementation of strategic business, new business, operational plans, projects, and systems.
• Manage cash flows to authorize capital outlay and operational expenditures as approved within the annual budget
• Review and coordinates the preparation of financial statements, financial reports, special analysis, and informational reports.
• Serve as Compliance Officer to ensure compliance with Title 31, The Bank Secrecy Act and the Patriot Act.
• Responsible for compliance with all Minimum Internal Controls Standards (MICS) and Tribal Internal Control Standards.
• Responsible for IRS, MGCB and other agencies compliance and inquiries for information.
• Ensure records systems are maintained in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Standards, Governmental Accounting Standards Board, and American Institute of Certified Public Accountant (AICPA) Audit & Accounting Guide Gaming.
• Prepare Insurance Liability and Business Worksheets and reviews insurance and coverage.
• Work with external auditors on the preparation of draft financial audits and related notes for five Kewadin Casino locations and the Gaming Authority Audit.
• Council and advise on desirable financial and operational activities and reviews financial information reporting to management, CEO, and Kewadin Casino Gaming Authority
• Develop and assist department managers with annual budget and capital expenditures for final approval by Kewadin Casinos Gaming Authority.
• Review monthly, quarterly and annual casino performance as it relates to prior year and budgeted comparison with casino mangers and department heads.
• Authorize contracts and expenditures for payment.
• Identify and coordinate improvements in systems to streamline processes, control costs, improve internal controls
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities for designated departments in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Approve leave and processes Kronos for department team members.

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

• Approve and set check cashing limits and works with customers on debt collection and sets payment amounts.
• 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, outside vendors/service providers, Michigan Gaming Control Auditor's, External Auditors, IRS Agents and attorneys and banking officials.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Position light with lifting of 20 pounds and frequent lifting/carrying up to 10 pounds. Physical factors include constant sitting, use of hearing, near/midrange/far vision, depth perception, color/field of vision, bending; frequent reaching, manual handling, use of smell; occasional standing, walking, carry/lifting, pushing/pulling, climbing, stooping, kneeling and typing. Working conditions include constant exposure to air quality, frequent exposure to noise and occasional exposure to weather and vibration. Potential hazards include constant computer use, frequent client contact and occasional infectious exposure and equipment use.

REQUIREMENTS:

Education: A Bachelor's Degree required. Fields of study can be, but are not exclusive to, Accounting, Economics, and Finance. Other fields of study may be considered with relevant experience. Master's Degree is preferred.

Experience: Minimum of 8 years successful gaming experience serving as a CFO or Comptroller/Controller required. Gaming experience should also include hotel, food, beverage, entertainment and retail operations.

Certification/License: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) preferred. Must undergo a Criminal background investigation done under the rules of the National Indian Gaming Commission. Must be able to obtain license through the Michigan Gaming Control Board.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of Gaming industry experience required. Advanced knowledge of gaming, hotel and food & beverage practices and regulations, related financial and statistical performance standards required. Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Minimum Internal Control Standards (MICS) required. Working knowledge of Gaming, Hotel, Point of Sale and Customer tracking systems as they relate to gaming and none gaming areas required. Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet and data base software required. Knowledge of accounting and payroll software required. Must have working knowledge and be able to use telecommunications equipment and office machines, such as calculator, copier, fax, printer and computer. Must have conflict resolution skills and be able to identify problems and resolve issues. Must be able to establish and maintain effective communication with co-workers, subordinates, supervisors and the general public. Must have organizational skills and be able to plan, prioritize and manage work load to meet goals in a timely manner. Must maintain strict confidentiality and privacy. Native American preferred.