Executive Director Finance Operations

The Executive Director Finance Operations leads a multi-person team responsible for all areas of finance operations. Ensure internal control environment is sound and adhered to. Accountable for operational accounting function; financial statement accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to GAAP and GASB. Accountable for the operational and gaming regulatory compliance function in accordance with the Mississippi Gaming Commission and other government agencies. Ensure property compliance with all legal and company regulations and policies.

Lead the annual budgeting process; architect, review, and summarize monthly/quarterly financial information to ensure execution of the annual and strategic plans; identify incremental business opportunities; help drive business performance across the enterprise. Collaborate with key property‑ and corporate‑level executives, and present clear analyses and recommendations within FP&A and to corporate‑ and property‑level executives and for the Board.

Location:

Gold Strike Casino - Tunica, MS

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Management, or equivalent experience.
• 6+ years of leadership experience.
• Extensive subject area expertise (e.g., gaming industry or function).

• Experience in hospitality operations.
• Extensive subject area expertise (e.g., industry or function
• Proven track record of driving business performance through operational insights and analytics.
• Experience in working with all levels of management, including executives, and consulting with key business stakeholders preferred.

• Gamingregistration/licensureinapplicablejurisdictionsmayberequired.

• Excellent organizational skills to function effectively while still maintaining attention to detail and meeting specific organizational goals.
• Excellent communication skills and including the ability to resolve all situations professionally.
• Excellent written, verbal, and public presentation communication skills Including the ability to produce memos and executive summaries.
• Ability to self‑manage while consistently exercising good judgment and maturity.
• Ability to appropriately manage confidential departmental and corporate information.
• Ability to work in a high-stress, fast‑paced environment managing multiple projects and personnel simultaneously. Must possess the ability to prioritize conflicts.
• Ability to participate in implementing innovative ideas, projects, and business solutions.
• Ability to anticipate situations, tools needed, and obstacles through critical thinking and review of business performance.
• Ability to work on multiple levels from resolving individual support issues to leading large strategic programs.

* This is not intended to include every duty or responsibility of the job nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do this job.

This position may require strenuous physical activities and exposure to pipe, cigar, and/or cigarette smoking. An ability to work a flexible schedule, including extended hours, weekends, and holidays may also be required.

• Leads multi-person team responsible for all areas of finance operations.
• Ensures quality processes are in alignment with policies and procedures.
• Ensures compliance with GAAP, GASB, gaming regulations, other regulatory and internal control requirements.
• Conducts ongoing risk assessments to ensure foundational health and mitigate risk; oversees risk management liability exposure for the property and monitors/governs related financial expenditures.
• Drives key operational and strategic initiatives by developing and implementing a strategic plan and vision for the property consistent with the vision/mission and serves as a key member of the property’s executive committee.
• Serves as both a financial and operational resource to the VP General Manager and operational division heads relative to the financial success and viability of the property.
• Participates in the identification and development of business partnerships and relationships which may be…