Director of Finance

Full-time - Senior

Auburn, WA

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The position is responsible for the overall direction, administration, and coordination of all activities of the finance department at Muckleshoot Casino Resort. This includes managing finance department staff, overseeing financial reporting, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and optimizing resource allocation. The role requires a strong focus on maintaining internal controls, preparing financial statements, and facilitating communication within the finance team. The successful candidate will also be involved in strategic planning, operational analyses, and enhancing the professional development of team members.

Responsibilities

• Practice, support and promote the Mission, Vision and Values of Muckleshoot Casino Resort.
• Responsible for overall direction, administration and coordination of all activities of the finance department in accordance with tribal policies and procedures and internal controls as well as WSGC.
• Manage all finance department staff including payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, revenue audit, tax, cost control, imaging and soft count.
• Manage the monthly financial closing process and ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Prepare and/or review financial reports, balance sheet reconciliations and documents systems, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure accounting records comply with approved policies and internal control procedures and financial statements are prepared in accordance with GAAP.
• Oversee the preparation of monthly and annual financial statements, ad hoc reports for Executive Team, annual budgets and subsequent budget updates.
• Oversee the preparation of monthly and annual reconciliations, including the timely and accurate reporting of any variances to the CFO.
• Design, implement and monitor the operation of manual and computerized financial reporting systems.
• Develop strategies to optimize resource allocation and reduce waste while maintaining service quality.
• Review reports prepared for the regulatory agencies.
• Arrange and coordinate the annual financial statement audit.
• Review insurance claims and policies to determine adequate protection against property losses and potential liabilities.
• Establish and review accounting and auditing procedures as necessary.
• Facilitate the flow of information by organizing and directing regularly scheduled meetings with all finance managers.
• Oversee cash flow management and investment decisions.
• Oversee the procurement system access software in accordance with tribal policies and procedures.
• Train, mentor and coach team members in advanced accounting processes.
• Ensure accuracy of required tax filings and reports.
• Perform analytical reviews of operations.
• Oversee daily, monthly and annual preparation of the operating results.
• Provide oversight of food and beverage cost control procedures and central warehouse functions.
• Ensure Resort accounting is accurate and timely.
• Prepare and/or review detailed financial forecasts to support strategic planning.
• Prepare and/or review information required by banks and other vendors.
• Participate in meetings, trainings, and workshops.
• Be an active participant in the annual operating and capital budget process.
• Conduct operational analyses to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement.
• Leverage financial systems and business intelligence tools to enhance reporting accuracy.
• Identify risks and recommend corrective actions to improve financial controls.
• Maintain the privacy and confidentiality of all protected health information.
• Coordinate with finance managers to ensure coverage of all required duties.
• Define and direct special projects to applicable finance staff.
• Enhance and create professional development opportunities for subordinate team members.
• Create, facilitate and maintain a positive work environment.
• Smile and engage Guests and Team Members with a positive professional demeanor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree with concentration in accounting required.
• Current CPA Certificate required.
• Eight (8) years senior management casino/hospitality accounting experience demonstrating substantial accounting principles and practices required.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge in Sage Intacct, UKG Payroll, Red Rock Procurement, etc preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary DOE with discretionary performance bonuses 2x a year!
• Fully paid medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage for you and competitive premiums for your dependents.
• Complimentary meals and covered team member parking.
• Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
• Flexible Spending Account options for health care expenses.
• Company-paid gaming licenses (Class A & Class B).
• Variety of additional voluntary benefits and retirement plans.