Controller

Full House Resorts, Inc; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Full House Resorts, Inc. seeks a seasoned Controller to lead financial operations in Colorado Springs. You will oversee the General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Payroll, Revenue Audit, and count processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with gaming regulations.

Required: Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance, 5–7 years in finance with 3+ years in management; MBA or CPA preferred. Gaming industry experience is strongly valued.

Qualifications

• Must have 5–7 years of progressive accounting or finance experience, with at least 3 years in a management or controller-level role.
• Prior experience in gaming, casino, hospitality, or other highly regulated industry strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with revenue audit, cash handling, and internal control frameworks.
• MBA or CPA is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in policy development for accounting, auditing, and operations.
• Ensure compliance with gaming regulations and span of control requirements.
• Monitor effectiveness of audit functions and implement improvements.
• Oversee daily reports and month-end financial statements preparation.
• Manage balance sheet analyses including gaming tax liability and allowances.
• Prepare and file RG3–RG9, cash flow, and owners' equity reports to Colorado Division of Gaming.
• Establish procedures to safeguard assets and monitor controls.
• Supervise General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Payroll, Revenue Audit, Purchasing, and Count Process.

Skills

Leadership experience

Regulatory compliance

Financial analysis

Audit experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Master's degree preferred

CPA or CMA certification preferred

Tools

Great Plains ERP

Payroll software

Job description

Job Details

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists in the development of policy regarding operational, accounting, and auditing practices.
• Ensures compliance with the IGC regulations as they pertain to span of control.
• Continually monitors the effectiveness of the established audit functions and makes changes when necessary.
• Manages the preparation of daily reports and month-end financial statements.
• Manages the preparation of the balance sheet account analysis, including gaming tax liability, point liability, and allowance for doubtful accounts.
• Responsible for the preparation and filing of the RG3 through RG9, cash flow, and owner’s equity reports to the Colorado Division of Gaming.
• Establishes procedures to monitor and safeguard company assets.
• Directly manages the General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Payroll, Collections, Revenue Audit, Purchasing, and Count Process.
• Establishes policies, procedures, controls, and records in accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger, accounts payable, revenue audit, and purchasing. Consistent with company policy and federal, state, and gaming regulations.
• Prepares financial reports and statements and analyzes general ledger accounts.
• Reviews all payroll-related tax reports for accuracy and proper clearing of the corresponding general ledger accounts.
• Interview and evaluate company vendors. Analyze their ability to perform according to established corporate and operational standards.
• Establishes and monitors supplier performance standards.
• Responsible for maintaining compliance with safety standards and required safety-related certifications within areas of control as required by company insurance providers and legal entities.
• Supervises staff under span of control and performs employee performance evaluations.
• Performs duties in compliance with safety standards, health standards, the Colorado Limited Gaming Act, and internal policies and procedures.

Qualification Requirements

• Must have Gaming experience as a controller.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business discipline required; Master’s degree preferred.
• CPA, CMA, or equivalent professional certification strongly preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain all required gaming licenses and regulatory approvals from the Colorado Division of Gaming.

Education And/Or Experience

• Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive accounting or finance experience, with at least 3 years in a management or controller-level role.
• Prior experience in a gaming, casino, hospitality, or other highly regulated industry strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with revenue audit functions, cash handling environments, and internal control frameworks.
• Proven experience overseeing general ledger, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, revenue audit, and count processes. An MBA or CPA is preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Must have a valid and current State of Colorado Gaming License. Must have a valid Colorado Driver’s License with a good driving record. Must be at least twenty-one years of age.

Other Skills / Abilities

Demonstrated knowledge of the Great Plains operating system is strongly preferred. Demonstrated knowledge of all operational procedures relating to the cashiers' cage, count rooms, and revenue audit functions in a casino operation.

Benefits And Compensation

$90,000+ annually based on experience

Full House Resorts offers all full-time employees and eligible family members a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, and a 401k retirement plan, which includes a matching contribution after one (1) year of service; a generous paid time off program; paid transportation from Colorado Springs and Woodland Park; free local gym membership; tuition reimbursement; fabulous resort perks; and more.