Director of Finance

Hollywood Casino York; York (York County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

PENN Entertainment is seeking a senior financial leader to direct the Finance department, including accounting, payroll, and audit functions. The role focuses on budgeting, internal controls, and regulatory compliance to support strategic goals.

The candidate will drive financial reporting, risk management, and staff development while ensuring adherence to GAAP, SEC requirements, and company policies. Prior gaming industry exposure is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• MBA preferred but not required for consideration.
• Strong interpersonal and analytical skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Directs the overall operations and staff of the Finance department (Accounting, Payroll, Revenue Audit, Purchasing, Warehouse).
• Develops, implements, and monitors budgets and performance against objectives.
• Ensures efficient scheduling, labor cost control, and deadline achievement.
• Prepares and adheres to budgets; reports deviations to Executive Management/GM.
• Maintains internal controls and accounting systems compliance with GAAP and SEC requirements.
• Plans and executes the annual Company Budget and Capital Plan; reports variances.
• Provides staff development and oversees training and recognition programs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

MBA preferred

Tools

Excel

Access

Word

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.

Click HERE to learn more about our Day 1 Benefits, 401k Program, Company Perks, Career Opportunities, Advancement Programs, Scholarships and more!

WE LOVE OUR WORK.

• Responsible for directing the overall operations and staff of the Finance department in the following areas: Accounting, Payroll, Revenue Audit, Purchasing, and Warehouse.
• 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 Controls.
• 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), and the internal Revenue Service.
• Responsible for all regulatory compliance related to Accounting System of internal Controls as required by regulatory 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 departmental 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 departmental customer service goals.
• Responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance within area of authority and reporting potential issues to Executive Management/GM.
• Maintains strict confidentiality in all departmental and company matters.
• Has authority to issue complimentaries in accordance with the approved Comp Matrix.

BRING US YOUR BEST.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must be at least 18 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 Office 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.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has supervisory responsibilities.

• 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 regarding performance.
• Determines recommendation for staffing (including interviewing and hiring) a