Director of Finance

Job Summary

The Director of Finance is responsible for providing superior service to both internal and external guests while leading the overall performance and day‑to‑day operations of the Finance Department. This role is accountable for financial integrity, compliance, and strategic financial leadership across all assigned functions.

The Director of Finance oversees Accounting, Purchasing, Count Team, Cage Team, and Corporate Reporting, ensuring accurate financial reporting, effective internal controls, and operational efficiency. This position partners closely with property leadership to support business objectives, drive financial performance, and uphold Caesars Entertainment’s Mission, Vision, and Values.

This position is an on‑site leadership role based in Columbus, Nebraska.

• Adhere to department service standards of accuracy, consistency, and trustworthiness and to the leadership standards of timely, effective and empathetic execution.
• Interact with all guests and employees to positively affect interactions with guests and employees, demonstrating resiliency to deal with difficult situations in all types of business conditions while working effectively and courteously with fellow employees.
• Plan, communicate and implement procedures for the overall efficient operation of responsible areas.
• Coordinate the accurate preparation and distribution of the property’s financial reporting, monitoring and analyzing results of financial performance.
• Manage property cash and ensure balance‑sheet accuracy.
• Maintain department compliance with generally accepted accounting principles, government regulations, and internal controls.
• Actively participate in the property executive management staff.
• Review staffing levels to maintain optimum levels of employment.
• Delegate authority and assign responsibilities as needed.
• Oversee the development, interviewing, hiring, and evaluation of finance department employees.
• Review financial activities with the General Manager, Directors, and Managers as necessary.
• Facilitate the monthly P&L meetings with all departments.
• Act as company liaison with internal and external auditors, maintaining compliance with standard operating procedures and internal controls.
• Maintain interpersonal working relationships among all employees.
• Oversee the annual budgeting & forecasting processes.
• Assume overall responsibility for the performance of the Finance Department and the property.
• Issue performance documents, including disciplinary actions and performance review.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Complete all company‑required training within designated time frames.

• Proficient in English, verbal and written.
• Proficient with iOS devices.
• Post‑secondary education in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field required.
• Past progressive experience in finance or accounting, with casino, gaming, hospitality, or highly regulated environment preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership over cross‑functional teams.
• Ability to interpret and analyze complex financial data and present findings to executive leadership.
• Strong strategic, analytical and decision‑making skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach and develop higher‑performing teams.
• High level of integrity, discretion and accountability.

• Ability to push and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to lift and carry objects up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to bend, stoop, twist, reach, and kneel repetitively.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Nebraska Gaming License.
• Ability to work on‑site and support business needs outside of standard office hours as required.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Caesars Entertainment will not discriminate against any employee or applicant based upon a person’s race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, age, sexual or affectionate orientation, gender identity, familial status, ancestry, local human rights commission activity, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran or military status, or any other protected class.

Caesars Entertainment will engage in an interactive process and make reasonable accommodations, as required by law, for individuals with disabilities or to accommodate pregnancy, pregnancy‑related conditions, or where a conflict exists between the position and an individuals’ religious beliefs or practices.