Director of Finance - Gaming

Palms • Las Vegas, NV

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Finance, Gaming oversees the operational accounting functions and ensures that accurate financial information is provided to senior management for decision-making purposes for gaming operations. Responsibilities include revenue reconciliations, audit, Nevada gross gaming revenue tax filings and federal reporting, and compliance with Palms policies and procedures, Minimum Internal Control Standards, and all other regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated, detail oriented self starter who holds all work to the highest standards. Collaboration, organization, and time management skills are key to success in this position.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in Audit, Accounting, Fraud, Risk, Compliance, or other professional investigative or risk-based experience is required, including 5 years in a supervisory role in gaming accounting.
• Intermediate knowledge of Title 31 Bank Secrecy Act Regulations required.
• Proven track record of setting and achieving department goals in alignment with property and company goals.
• Excellent verbal, written and executive level presentation skills.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong working knowledge of other Microsoft Office products.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Nevada Gaming Control Board gaming licensure.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or similar field of study preferred.
• Certified Public Accountants (CPA) license preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of accounting software, database software and casino operating systems (such as Konomi, Synkros, Infor Cloud Suite (FSM) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the casino revenue accounting function, policies, procedures, and auditing functions.
• Ensures compliance with all federal regulatory requirements, including Title 31 and tax reporting (W2G, CTR, and Form 8300).
• Prepares and reviews daily and monthly gaming revenue audit reports for accuracy.
• Reviews monthly financial statements and compiles review comments for follow-up.
• Ensures compliance with Nevada Minimum Internal Control Standards (MICS), the written Internal Control System, Regulation 6A, Bank Secrecy Act, and all other regulatory reporting requirements.
• Reviews operational results for inconsistencies and communicates recommended improvements.
• Ensures the timely and accurate monthly and annual closing of the general ledger.
• Reviews monthly operating expenses and performs variance analysis to ensure departments are adhering to their budgets.
• Reviews and enforces internal accounting controls to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Facilitates external and internal audits.
• Oversees the preparation of performance reports for leadership including revenue and compliance reports for all gaming areas.
• Maintains the Internal Control System, updating routinely to reflect changes as they occur.
• Evaluates and analyzes revenue data and reconciles cash discrepancies by researching and correcting variance problems.
• Oversees accounting for player loyalty programs, complimentaries, and progressive jackpot liabilities.
• Assists in the selection and implementation of new or upgraded accounting and gaming related software.
• Participates in hiring, training, and performance evaluation of the revenue audit team, and designs individual development plans with succession planning in mind for all key roles in casino accounting.
• Develops department goals and action plans in accordance with property and overall company goals.
• Consistent and regular attendance is an essential function of this job.
• Performs other job duties as requested.

Benefits

• We are committed to making a work environment where the growth and well-being of our team members is the top priority.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director