FINANCIAL DIRECTOR

Menominee Casino Resort•Town of Menominee, WI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This role provides strategic leadership for all financial operations of Menominee Casino Resort and Thunderbird Complex (MCR/TC), aligning financial strategies, budgets, forecasts, and business plans with organizational goals and regulatory requirements. The Financial Director serves as a strategic advisor to the General Manager and executive leadership team, providing financial analysis, performance metrics, recommendations, and decision-support. Key responsibilities include directing accounting and financial reporting, leading budget and forecast development, overseeing treasury operations, evaluating capital expenditures, ensuring regulatory compliance, and directing audit activities. The position also involves leadership and oversight of the Accounting, Revenue Audit, Purchasing, Cage, and Title 31 functions, as well as recruiting, developing, and leading department managers and team members. Continuous improvement of financial systems and processes is expected. The Financial Director will also participate as a member of the executive leadership team and may act on behalf of the General Manager in their absence.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field required.
Minimum of five (5) to seven (7) years of leadership experience in finance, accounting, revenue audit, purchasing, cage operations, compliance, or related business functions.
Demonstrated experience managing financing arrangements, lender relationships, debt compliance, covenant reporting, and capital project funding.
Strong knowledge of financial management, gaming operations, internal controls, cash management, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance.
Proven ability to lead multiple departments and manage complex financial and operational functions within a highly regulated environment.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills, with the ability to build and develop high-performing teams while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain strict confidentiality, and effectively communicate financial and operational information to leadership, regulators, and other stakeholders.
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and enterprise business systems.
Ability to effectively utilize financial, accounting, payroll, purchasing, inventory, revenue audit, cage management, Title 31, and reporting systems to manage operations, analyze performance, ensure regulatory compliance, and support strategic decision-making.
Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.
Must possess a valid driver's license with eligibility to be included on the Menominee Tribe approved driver list.
Must be eligible to obtain and maintain all required gaming licenses and be eligible for bonding.
Employment is contingent upon successfully completing all required background investigations and screening processes in accordance with Tribal, Gaming Commission, and organizational requirements.
Ability to effectively communicate complex financial, operational, and regulatory information both verbally and in writing.
Ability to prepare and present reports, analyses, recommendations, policies, and business correspondence to executive leadership, Tribal leadership, regulatory agencies, auditors, financial institutions, and other stakeholders.
Ability to facilitate discussions, build relationships, and influence decision-making across all levels of the organization.
Advanced financial and analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial statements, develop budgets and forecasts, perform financial modeling, analyze operational and financial performance, and evaluate business risks and opportunities.
Ability to apply quantitative and analytical techniques to support strategic decision-making.
Ability to analyze complex business, financial, operational, and regulatory issues; identify risks and opportunities; develop practical solutions; and exercise sound judgment in a fast-paced and highly regulated environment.
Ability to make informed decisions based on incomplete or changing information while considering organizational objectives and regulatory requirements.
Ability to communicate effectively, operate standard office equipment, and move throughout the property as needed.
The position may require prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, and computer use, as well as occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree (MBA, Macca, or related field) and/or professional certification (CPA, CMA, or equivalent).
Senior leadership experience and experience within gaming, hospitality, Tribal enterprise, or other highly regulated industries.
Knowledge of Tribal gaming operations, Tribal government organizations, and applicable gaming regulations is preferred.
Experience implementing, optimizing, or enhancing business technologies and financial systems is strongly preferred.
Preference will be given to qualified Menominee and other Native American applicants in accordance with applicable Tribal employment policies and ordinances.
No person shall be eligible for employment at Menominee Casino Resort/Thunderbird complex if they have been convicted, or have a pending unresolved charge of: Any crime which would require compliance with the reporting requirements for sex offenders pursuant to Menominee or Wisconsin law; or A felony conviction of any kind in the immediately preceding two years. A crime of any kind related to gambling in the immediately preceding two years. A crime of any kind related to theft, fraud, or misrepresentation in the immediately preceding two years; A crime of any kind related to a crime of violence, or involving domestic violence, or a drug offense involving sale of drugs, or possession with intent to sell drugs during the immediately preceding two years.
In addition to the minimum criminal background requirements listed above, employee must meet the minimum criminal background requirements necessary to obtain a gaming license as stated in Menominee Tribal Code Chapter 347 and the Tribal Gaming Compact.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership for all financial operations of Menominee Casino Resort and Thunderbird Complex (MCR/TC), aligning financial strategies, budgets, forecasts, and business plans with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.
Serve as a strategic advisor to the General Manager and executive leadership team by providing financial analysis, performance metrics, recommendations, and decision-support for operational and strategic initiatives.
Direct all accounting and financial reporting functions, ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial records, reports, and disclosures in accordance with applicable accounting standards and organizational requirements.
Lead the development and administration of annual operating and capital budgets, financial forecasts, long-range financial plans, and performance monitoring processes.
Oversee treasury operations, including cash management, banking relationships, cash flow forecasting, financing activities, loan compliance, covenant reporting, and lender relations.
Evaluate capital expenditures, major business initiatives, and investment opportunities through financial analysis and risk assessment.
Ensure compliance with all applicable Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin, Federal, State, Menominee Tribal Gaming Commission, Title 31, MICS, TICS, Wisconsin State Gaming Compact, and other regulatory requirements while maintaining effective internal controls and safeguarding organizational assets.
Direct internal and external audit activities, risk management initiatives, insurance programs, and the resolution of audit findings and corrective actions.
Provide leadership and oversight for the Accounting, Revenue Audit, Purchasing, Cage, and Title 31 functions, ensuring effective operations, regulatory compliance, financial accountability, and strong internal controls.
Recruit, develop, and lead department managers and team members, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, collaboration, and service excellence.
Continuously improve financial systems, processes, technologies, and operational controls to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and organizational performance.
Participate as a member of the executive leadership team and act on behalf of the General Manager, as designated, during the absence of the General Manager and Assistant General Manager.
Performs other duties, responsibilities, and special projects as assigned by the General Manager and/or Assistant General Manager in support of organizational objectives.