Vice President of Finance

L' Auberge Casino Hotel Baton Rouge • Baton Rouge, LA

3h • Onsite

About The Position

The Vice President of Finance leads the strategic and technical operations for the finance department at L'auberge Baton Rouge. This individual will work closely with property and corporate executive teams to achieve financial goals and objectives through driving revenue and cost savings. The role involves directing the overall operations and staff of the Finance department, developing and implementing operational goals, and monitoring performance and profit objectives. Key aspects include ensuring effective scheduling, managing labor costs, preparing and adhering to budgets, and reporting concerns to Executive Management/GM. The VP of Finance is also responsible for maintaining superior customer service, developing and documenting the Accounting System of Internal Control, and planning/coordinating an efficient accounting and financial reporting system. This includes compliance with various regulatory bodies like the SEC, IRS, and state governing bodies, as well as creating internal reporting processes for management analysis. The role also involves bringing operating efficiency plans to management, overseeing the annual Company Budget and Capital Plan, and developing a qualified staff capable of executing financial reporting and accounting internal controls. Continuous knowledge of GAAP, SEC, IRS, and State Gaming Commission rules is required, along with ensuring all regulatory compliance within the area of responsibility and maintaining strict confidentiality.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field from an accredited four-year college or university.
• Ten (10) years of Accounting, Audit, or Finance experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Fluent and literate in English.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Access, and Word).
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret various metrics, financial reports, legal documents, business periodicals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with team members at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to interact with guests, staff, and colleagues and resolve problems and conflicts diplomatically and tactfully.
• Highly organized.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to read and interpret documents in English, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to read and communicate verbally in English.
• Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Employee must be able to qualify for gaming licenses, permits, etc., as required by federal, state, and local regulations.

Nice To Haves

• MBA preferred
• CPA highly preferred
• Gaming experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Leads the strategic and technical operations for the finance department at L'auberge Baton Rouge.
• Works closely with property and corporate executive teams to achieve financial goals and objectives through driving revenue and cost savings.
• Directs the overall operations and staff of the Finance department.
• Develops, implements, and manages operational goals and monitors achievements of performance and profit objectives.
• Ensures that scheduling is done effectively and efficiently, while maintaining labor costs, meeting staffing objectives, and achieving deadlines.
• Responsible for preparing, monitoring, and adhering to budgets and ensuring compliance with departmental budget initiatives.
• Reports budget concerns/deviations to the Executive Management / GM.
• Enthusiastically supports, actively promotes, and demonstrates superior customer service in accordance with department and company standards and programs.
• Ensures customer service standards are followed by all team members and addresses issues as they arise.
• Responsible for the overall achievement of the department's customer service goals.
• Responsible for the development, maintenance, and documentation of the Accounting System of Internal Control.
• Plans, coordinates, and executes an efficient accounting and financial reporting system that provides data.
• Financial Reporting as required by, among other Regulatory Bodies, the Securities and Exchange Commission (including requirements under Sarbanes-Oxley), the Internal Revenue Service, and the governing state.
• Responsible for all regulatory compliance related to the Accounting System of Internal Controls as required by, among other agencies and governing bodies.
• Creates and maintains a periodic, quality internal reporting process to be used by Company Management for purposes of analyzing results of operations and making business and operating decisions about the direction of the Company.
• Brings plans for operating efficiency to the attention of Management and assists in the implementation of developed processes.
• Responsible for the annual Company Budget and Capital Plan, inclusive of planning, executing, and reporting on the variances from actual operating results.
• Responsible for developing and maintaining a qualified staff that has the capabilities of executing the required actions necessary for complying with all Financial Reporting and Accounting Internal Controls as outlined by the Company.
• Continuously maintain knowledge and understanding of rules and regulations as promulgated by, among other governing bodies, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, the Securities and Exchange Commission, the Internal Revenue Service, the State Department of Revenue, and the State Gaming Commission.
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with all regulatory compliance within the area of responsibility and reporting potential issues to Executive Management / GM.
• Maintains strict confidentiality in all departmental and company matters.
• Responsible for staff development and training programs (if supervisory).
• Responsible for the rewards and recognition program to maximize employee engagement (if supervisory).
• Evaluates team members within the department and delivers constructive feedback to team members regarding performance (if supervisory).
• Provides recommendations for staffing (including interviewing and hiring) and scheduling (planning, assigning, and directing work) to meet business needs (if supervisory).
• Manages work procedures and expedites workflow (if supervisory).
• Provides recommendations for employee performance (disciplining, coaching, and counseling) (if supervisory).

Benefits

• Competitive Total Rewards package
• Wellness programs designed to support our team members' financial, physical, and mental well-being
• Day-one medical coverage
• 401(k) matching
• Annual performance bonus
• Paid time off (earned according to the local policy and increases with the length of employment)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees