Director of Finance

Zia Park Casino; Hobbs (NM); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Zia Park Casino in Hobbs, New Mexico, is seeking a Finance Director to lead the Finance department's operations, ensuring compliance with budget initiatives and regulatory standards. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of seven years of experience in Accounting, Audit, or Finance, with strong analytical skills. The role emphasizes staff development and ensures strict adherence to customer service standards. Join a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in the gaming industry.

Qualifications

• Seven years of Accounting, Audit, or Finance experience required.
• Must have strong interpersonal and analytical skills.
• Gaming experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Direct overall operations and staff of the Finance department.
• Develop and manage operational goals and monitor budgets.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Skills

Accounting

Audit

Finance

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Microsoft Word

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.)

MBA (preferred)

Job description

WE’RE CHANGING ENTERTAINMENT. COME JOIN US.

We’re always looking for talent that believes in having fun. At PENN Entertainment, you’ll get to be a part of an exciting industry, where the days and nights are fast paced. You’ll work with an incredibly diverse set of co‐workers driven by their enthusiasm for helping people find and have more fun. You’ll also get to work at a company that cares about your career growth and will help you get the support you need to expand your possibilities.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for directing the overall operations and staff of the Finance department in the following areas: GL, Warehouse, Cage, and Soft Count.
• Develops, implements and manages operational goals and monitors achievements of performance and profit objectives.
• Ensures that scheduling is done in an effective and efficient manner, while maintaining labor costs, meeting staffing objectives and achieving deadlines.
• Responsible for assisting in preparing, monitoring and adhering to budgets and ensuring compliance to departmental budget initiatives. Reports budget concerns / deviations to the Executive Management / GM.
• 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 which provides data, as directed by the Parent Company, to the Parent Company for purposes of internal and external Financial Reporting as required by, among other Regulatory Bodies, The Securities and Exchange Commission (including requirements under Sarbanes‑Oxley), the internal Revenue Service.
• Responsible for all regulatory compliance related to 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 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 maintains 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, and the Department of Revenue for the state jurisdiction and State Gaming Control Board.
• 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 department customer service goals.
• Responsible for ensuring the compliance with all regulatory compliance within area of responsibility and reporting potential issues to Executive Management / GM.
• Maintains strict confidentiality in all departmental and company matters.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) from an accredited four‑year college or university. MBA preferred but not required.
• Must have seven years of Accounting, Audit, or Finance experience.
• Gaming experience preferred but not required.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft applications (Excel, Access, and Word).
• Must be capable of operating in a highly confidential environment.
• Must have strong interpersonal and analytical skills to deal with a variety of situations.
• Responsible for staff development and training programs.
• Responsible for rewards and recognition program to maximize employee engagement.
• Evaluates team members within department and delivers constructive feedback to employees in regards to performance.
• Determines recommendation for staffing (including interviewing and hiring) and scheduling (planning, assigning and directing work) to meet business needs.
• Determines work procedures and expedites workflow.
• Responsible for employee performance (disciplining, coaching, counseling).
• 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. Written communication skills in English may also be required.
• 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 licenses and permits required by federal, state and local regulations.

Equal Opportunity Employer