Compliance Director (Banking) jobs in Bentonville, AR

Description

Reporting to the General Manager, the Executive Director of Corporate Governance and Financial Compliance will be responsible for the overall direction, administration, and coordination of all Finance, Accounting, Purchasing, Contracting and Compliance Departments in accordance with established policies, procedures, and Gaming Commission regulations. 

This position will develop and maintain strong internal controls over financial reporting across the organization, identify financial risks and vulnerabilities and develop strategies to mitigate them, while striving to maintain an effective compliant system of internal control. Executive Director of Corporate Governance and Financial Compliance will partner with other teams to develop, implement, and maintain company policies and procedures, and get involved in various process improvement initiatives. This position will play a key role as a liaison to both internal and external auditors and will help facilitate the annual external audit. Provides a wide variety of legal support services for interactive operations including transactional matters, data privacy, new product launches, marketing and advertising, regulatory and general legal and corporate matters. Identify and analyze legal and business issues, articulate risks and benefits, and present clear recommendations to help guide key stakeholders to the best decisions for the company. 

Additionally, this role will collaboratively develop and implement approved organizational strategies and recommend appropriate actions to ensure Local, State, Federal and Regulatory compliance.

 Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Practices, supports, and maintains the Mission, Vision and Values of Buffalo Run Casino & Resort. 
• Directs the development and establishment of policies, systems, and procedures in order to assure the effectiveness of financial & legal planning, reporting, management and controls.
• Designs and implement financial governance frameworks aligned with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Ensures accurate and timely financial statements, financial reports, special analyses, and information reports. 
• Ensures the integrity of all financial data produced by the department; includes, but not limited to: Revenue Audit, Accounting, Purchasing, Warehouse, Internal Compliance/Title 31, Analytics, Cage Operations, and Drop/Count, as needed. 
• Monitors financial activities on properties, to ensure all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and internal controls are consistently applied throughout the properties Oversees the procurement management function, including purchasing, receiving, warehousing and internal distribution.
• Recommends continuous operational improvement opportunities for procedures, controls, profitability, etc.
• Evaluates existing internal control systems and processes to identify areas for improvement.
• Investigates questionable occurrences to assure protection of assets and adequacy of controls.
• Completes the “Annual Audit Plan”.
• Coordinates with various departments to ensure timely completion of department internal and external audits. (Slots, Finance, IT and Marketing mainly)
• Participates in the Risk Assessment process and establishes policies, procedures, and controls to mitigate identified risks and ensure transparency and accuracy in all reporting.
• Performs management, operational, information technology, and discretionary audits as requested to evaluate controls and make recommendations for improvement where deemed necessary
• Collaborates from a Legal standpoint with all department heads including Internal Audit, Operations, Finance, HR and IT to address compliance and governance issues.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory changes, industry trends, and emerging risks related to MISC, TICS, NIGC and Gaming Ordinance.
• Assures regulatory compliance with local, state, and federal regulatory requirements.
•  Develops and directs the implementation of strategic business and/or operational plans, projects, programs, and systems.
• Develop, implement, and maintain compliance programs.
• Implements enhancements to internal controls to strengthen integrity and minimize errors and fraud risks.
• Drives continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of processes and controls.
• Drafting, Reviewing, and implementation of legal documents, contracts, including master service and technology agreements, advertising and affiliate agreements, sponsorships, promotional materials terms of use and game rules and licensing, NDAs, consulting agreements, data processing and data transfers. 
• Leads negotiating agreements with vendors, partners, and other stakeholders to secure favorable terms and agreements.
• including agreements, policies, and procedures specific to gaming privacy notices and policies for interactive websites, products applications, and services.
• Proofs and reviews all 
• Provides subject matter expertise, guidance, and support to various departments on compliance matters and contractual issues surrounding the company’s licensed and regulated products.
• Supports the centralization of matter management and contract database.
• Reviews and suggest updates to company policies as a means of reducing risk and providing efficient educational resources. 
• Provides expert and strategic legal advice to management; Anticipates issues and estimates risks strategically.
• Demonstrates advanced knowledge of Accounting, Procurement, Compliance, Contracting or Financial Reporting systems.
• Excellent communication, negotiating and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels throughout the Enterprise, Gaming Commission and Tribal Government.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Casino Operations, Audit and Compliance principles, best practices, procedures, and structures.
• Proven supervisory, leadership, and coaching skills.
•  Establishes and implements short- and long-term departmental objectives, strategies, and action plans.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training team members; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and coaching/counseling team members; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Flexibility and Ability to  thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Ability to work independently but also collaboratively with others to achieve a common goal.
• Effective time management skills, ability to prioritize assignments and consistently meet deadlines.

Requirements

  Education/Qualifications 

• Master’s  Degree and/or Juris Doctorate degree (required).
• Experience in compliance, internal controls, and risk management.
• Strong understanding of requirements and experience with compliance implementation.
• Strong reporting acumen in reporting matters.
• Proven experience in contract law, compliance, and negotiation within the gaming industry.
• Knowledge of relevant regulatory changes, industry trends, and emerging risks related to MICS, TICS, NIGC and Tribal Gaming Ordinance.
• Strong understanding of Indian gaming laws and regulations.
• Proficiency in software and systems, including compliance management tools.
• Gaming, product/technology, data privacy, and marketing counsel experience a plus  but not required.

Licensing

• Must be able to obtain and maintain the required Gaming License

Work Requirements Requires problem solving skills, and the ability to communicate effectively. Position involves prolonged walking, stooping, or bending, lifting, or carrying up to 50 pounds daily. Work is performed in a casino environment with varying levels of lighting, air quality, noise, and / or temperature.