VP, Casino Finance

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Vice President, Casino Finance provides strategic leadership and enterprise-wide oversight of Casino Finance operations across all Seminole Gaming and Hard Rock International managed casino properties. Reporting directly to the Senior Vice President of Finance, this role is responsible for the alignment, governance, and optimization of Revenue Audit, Cash Operations, Cash Access, Credit Administration, and related Casino Finance functions. The Vice President drives the strategic direction and continuous enhancement of current and future Casino Finance operations by establishing enterprise standards across processes, systems, technologies, reporting, internal controls, policies, and procedures. This position ensures operational consistency, regulatory compliance, financial integrity, and alignment with organizational objectives across multiple gaming jurisdictions. Partnering closely with property finance leadership and enterprise stakeholders, the Vice President communicates strategic priorities, gathers operational insights, and leads initiatives that support business growth, innovation, compliance, and operational excellence. Through direct leadership of the Director of Gaming Audit & Accounting, Director of Casino Finance, and Product Manager of Cash Access, the role promotes best practices, accountability, and continuous improvement throughout the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Management, or a related field required.
Minimum of ten (10) years of progressive leadership experience in Casino Finance Operations, Gaming Operations, Revenue Audit, Gaming Accounting, Compliance, Cash Operations, Cage Operations, or related functions.
Experience within a gaming, casino, hospitality, or highly regulated environment required.
Extensive knowledge of gaming regulations, regulatory reporting requirements, internal controls, compliance standards, and casino operational practices.
Advanced understanding of Revenue Audit, Gaming Accounting, Cage Operations, Cash Access, Credit Administration, gaming systems, and related financial and regulatory processes.
Proven ability to partner effectively with executive leadership, property leadership, regulators, auditors, and cross-functional stakeholders.
Strong leadership, interpersonal, relationship-building, and influencing skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex information to senior executives.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to assess and resolve complex operational, financial, and regulatory matters.
Demonstrated sound judgment, decision-making ability, and business acumen.
Self-motivated and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, financial reporting tools, casino management systems, and related business technologies.
Ability to obtain and maintain all required gaming licenses, certifications, and regulatory approvals.

Nice To Haves

MBA, CPA, CIA, CFE, CGMA, or other relevant professional certifications preferred.
Demonstrated experience supporting multi-property operations and organizations operating within multiple regulatory jurisdictions preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead the strategic direction, governance, and continuous improvement of Casino Finance operations across all Seminole Gaming and Hard Rock International managed casino properties.
Establish, monitor, and evaluate key performance indicators (KPIs), operational metrics, revenue trends, exception reporting, and financial results to identify opportunities, mitigate risks, and drive operational excellence.
Serve as the enterprise subject matter expert for Casino Finance operations, including Revenue Audit, Cage Operations, Gaming Controls, Cash Access, Gaming Accounting, Credit Administration, and gaming regulatory requirements.
Oversee the design, effectiveness, and ongoing enhancement of gaming-related internal controls in partnership with Internal Audit, Compliance, Risk Management, and operational leadership.
Ensure adherence to company policies, regulatory standards, and industry best practices across all Casino Finance functions.
Prepare and present executive-level analyses, recommendations, and reports regarding operational performance, compliance activities, strategic initiatives, financial trends, and enterprise risks.
Direct the evaluation, implementation, optimization, and support of Casino Finance systems, technologies, and business processes to improve efficiency, reporting accuracy, and regulatory compliance.
Partner with Information Technology, FinTech providers, vendors, and property operations to ensure gaming systems and financial platforms operate securely, effectively, and in compliance with applicable regulations.
Champion automation, process improvement, and technology initiatives that strengthen internal controls, enhance productivity, reduce operational risk, and support enterprise standardization.
Provide executive oversight of Cash Access operations, including products, vendor relationships, system performance, compliance requirements, strategic initiatives, and platform enhancements.
Lead and develop a high-performing team through effective coaching, mentoring, succession planning, and talent development.
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, compliance, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.
Partner with property and corporate leadership to drive the consistent adoption of enterprise standards, standard operating procedures, and best practices.
Support enterprise growth initiatives, including new property openings, acquisitions, system conversions, business transformations, and strategic projects.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by Seminole Hard Rock Support Services (SHRSS) and/or Hard Rock International management.