Director of Finance

Lake Mac Casino Resort & Racetrack; Ogallala (NE); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) with profit sharing

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Aflac coverages

Job summary

Lake Mac Casino Resort & Racetrack in Ogallala, Nebraska, seeks a Finance Director to lead accounting, cage & count, and purchasing functions, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance.

The role directs monthly close, financial reporting, audits, and interdepartmental collaboration to safeguard assets and support strategic planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration preferred.
• Experience leading accounting and financial operations in a regulated environment.
• Strong knowledge of gaming tax, NRGC regulations, and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead Accounting, Cage, Count and Purchasing functions and teams.
• Ensure financial reporting is accurate and compliant with laws and internal controls.
• Oversee audits, tax filings and regulatory submissions.
• Manage budget, GL posting, and asset accounting processes.

Skills

Accounting Leadership

Regulatory Compliance

Staff Management

Job description

Bet on a Great Career at Lake Mac Casino Resort & Racetrack!

Elite Casino Resorts is looking for passionate, service-oriented individuals to be part of the team to open our newest resort property, Lake Mac Casino Resort & Racetrack, located in Ogallala, Nebraska. Elite Casino Resorts operates five gaming resorts located throughout Nebraska, Iowa and Illinois. Lake Mac Casino Resort & Racetrack, which is scheduled to open in Fall 2025, will become our sixth resort property. We offer dynamic career opportunities across our first-class Vegas-style properties, including roles in gaming, hospitality, dining, spa, facilities and other company operations such as accounting, technology and human resources. Lake Mac Casino Resort & Racetrack aims to be the premier destination resort in the region, with a wide variety of slot machines, table games (including Poker), sportsbook, hotel, restaurants, spa, conference/event space and live entertainment.

Lake Mac Casino Resort & Racetrack offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, financial well-being and work-life balance. Full time team members are eligible for medical, dental and vision insurance, along with a 401(k) plan and profit-sharing opportunities. Additional benefits include paid time off, life insurance, disability, and access to a variety of Aflac coverages at attractive group rates. At Elite Casino Resorts we value our employees, and show our appreciation through events such as food truck days, employee parties, and anniversary and birthday recognition. Beyond the tangible benefits, Elite Casino Resorts builds a strong company culture through an emphasis on teamwork and respect, and support our employees in giving back to their communities through our Winning Hands Employee Volunteer Program.

Department Name

Summary

The Finance Director is responsible for the leadership, direction and coordination of Accounting, Cage & Count and Purchasing functions. In this role, we will rely on you to ensure that all accounting activities related to revenue generated by the company are error-free and in compliance with all applicable laws, rules and regulations.

Essential Functions

• Ensures company Accounting, Cage, Count and Purchasing policies and procedures conform to generally accepted accounting principles and are consistent with Nebraska gaming laws, NRGC regulations and Rhythm City internal controls.
• Establishes and ensures internal control procedures to safeguard company assets.
• Plans, directs and organizes accurate and timely reporting of forecasting and financial information, ensuring company is in compliance with external financial reporting requirements.
• Leads and directs Accounting, Cage, Count, and Purchasing function and staff.
• Establishes and implements short and long-range departmental goals, objectives, policies and operating procedures.
• Coordinates financial statements, annual financial reports, audit activities, and other information reports and requests, ensures accuracy and integrity of financial reporting.
• Oversees the preparation of daily revenue and other financial reports and their comparison against budget and forecast projections and previous year’s results.
• Ensures taxes and regulatory documents are filed in a timely and accurate manner.
• Establishes department standards, guidelines and objectives, and maintain other administrative processes such as budget and staffing to ensure proper planning and efficient operation of assigned areas.
• Responsible for audits of all monies and revenue generating areas.
• Manages monthly general ledger posting process.
• Maintains accounting system, legitimacy of assets, and proper accounting and inventory of assets.
• Works closely with departments to resolve any problems related to the revenue audit.
• Ensures accurate tracking of information and timely filing related to all regulatory findings including gaming taxes, W-2G’s, Title 31/AML and Bank Secrecy Act.
• Ensures timely payment of all gaming taxes and other regulatory fees. Provide exceptional guest service for all external and internal customers.
• Responsible for the operation of the Human Resources department, successful performance of employees, and a favorable guest experience.
• Responsible for effectively managing, delegating duties, and the performance and development of department staff; inclusive of interviewing, hiring, training, evaluating, coaching, and termination of staff.
• Manage expenses based on budgeted guidelines and business volumes to include payroll and staffing levels.
• Perform all functions of personnel within span of control, as needed.
• Must maintain reasonable accessibility by phone for business purposes.
• Assure an environment which emphasizes cooperation, communication, and teamwork with all departments.
• Support compliance with all internal procedures and regulatory requirements, including those associated with underage and intoxicated guests.
• Support current law and policy to provide a work environment free from illegal and discriminatory behavior.
• Promote and ensure the safety and security of all guests and employees.
• Complete job duties with minimal supervision, maintain acceptable attendance, and use appropriate judgment and decision-making skills.

Required

• Must hold a valid gaming license in accordance with the Nebraska Racing and Gaming Commission regulations.
• Must complete all company-required training within designated time frames.
• Must obtain direct deposit within one week of start date.

Schedule

TBD

Lake Mac Casino Resort & Racetrack is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to non-discrimination in employment. We select the best qualified individual for the job based on job-related qualifications regardless of race, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual preference, disability or any other status protected by applicable law.