Controller

POSITION SUMMARY
The Casino Controller is responsible for directing all aspects of casino accounting in accordance with company policy and state regulations, including the overall care, custody, and management of casino funds, securities, and records. He/She shall administer and supervise all casino accounting functions, analyzes financial statements and submit related reports to all management staff, Kansas Racing and Gaming Commission, adhere to all Internal Control Policies and Procedures, Bank Secrecy Act, Title 31 Rules and Regulations, as well as ensure company accounting procedures and reporting conform to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

The Casino Controller is also responsible to create and foster an environment that supports and rewards Team Members for providing Hometown Hospitality and delivering Fun. He/She is accountable for cross-functional partnerships, as well as responsible to lead, inspire and develop his/her constituent.

GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
The following statements are intended as general illustrations of the work in this job class and are not all inclusive:

1. Hires, motivates, trains, coaches, mentors, and directs departmental managers that possess the aptitude to provide hospitality as well as deliver fun in order to ensure that Team Members receive sufficient leadership, guidance and resources to accomplish established objectives.

2. Review activities in accounting and cage in order to gauge and improve staffing levels, working conditions and other matters which influence the delivery of Hometown Hospitality and Fun guest service, as well as profitability.

3. Establish department standards, guidelines and objectives and maintains other administrative processes such as budget and staffing to ensure proper planning and efficient operation of assigned areas.

4. Produce, monitor and evaluate all reporting departments in order to ensure the proper planning for short and long-term strategies; monitors and evaluates performance of all operations in order to facilitate ongoing improvement of operations and financial return.

5. Produce annual budgets, monthly profit and loss statements and other reports as requested.

6. Review strengths and weaknesses of all accounting, cage and casino credit operations such as cash inventory levels, and general policies and procedures in order to most effectively implement changes to improve operations and most efficiently allocate resources.

7. Review strengths and weaknesses of all general and administrative functions, in order to most effectively implement changes to improve operations and most efficiently allocate resources.

8. Analyze daily cash flow, forecasts sources and uses of cash, and initiates cash management activities to position property in advantageous financial position.

9. Review cash disbursements to ensure propriety, reasonableness, and compliance with established procedures, and releases disbursements or investigates and resolves discrepancies.

10. Manage the preparation of and reviews financial reports to ensure reasonableness and completeness, and releases reports or directs revision of reports.

11. Review and interpret unusual transactions or unexpected financial results to determine the appropriate accounting treatment.

12. Conduct him/her in a gracious, kind and warm manner that creates a sense of fondness, as well as professional, courteous and responsive manner, which reflects positively on the company and its core values of Fun, Friendly and Community.

13. Other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Must have ability to:

• Communicate effectively with all levels of Team Members, guests and outside contacts.
• Work effectively in a fast paced environment.
• Move around all work areas effectively and efficiently.
• Work long hours, including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Extended time seated as well as on your feet.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Thorough knowledge of all accounting procedures and regulations as they apply to the state and the gaming industry. 4 years of education leading to a bachelor degree in Accounting and 2 years of job experience as a Casino Controller, or 6 years of direct experience in Casino Accounting and 2 years of supervisory experience. Understanding of corporate and property-specific policies and procedures. Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Knowledge of automated financial and accounting reporting systems. Knowledge of federal and state financial regulations. Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections. Working knowledge of short and long term budgeting and forecasting, rolling budgets, and product-line profitability analysis.

Ability to motivate teams to produce quality materials within tight timeframes and simultaneously manage several projects.

Must have a gregarious personality, optimistic outlook, passionate about the business, proven track record of leading, inspiring, developing and motivating constituents, proven track record of success in service excellence, financial and analytical aptitudes, adaptive management style, training advocate, attention to quality details, great communication skills and know how to deliver fun.
REGULATORY AND COMPLIANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
In addition to the other duties described herein, each and every Team Member has the following responsibilities related to compliance with laws and regulations:

• Attend required training sessions offered by the casino.
• Obtain required license(s).
• Perform the duties described in compliance with local laws and regulations.
• Take the necessary steps to ensure minors are not allowed to gamble or loiter in gambling areas, drink alcoholic beverages, or purchase tobacco.
• Have knowledge of the ordinances, regulations, laws, policies, and procedures relating to the Team Member’s department.
• Have knowledge of the Property’s programs to address problem gambling.
• Consult with the appropriate individuals and maintain an effective system of written policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance with gaming regulations and Internal Controls.
• Take the appropriate steps to investigate exceptions, fraud, and potential violations and report such instances to the appropriate levels of management
• Report any acts of wrongdoing on behalf of any Team Member that they have knowledge of.