Director of Financial Planning & Analysis

• Ensure (by company and business units) Monthly Financial Reports, Labor Reports, Marketing Reports, and Key Statistical Reports are reviewed, analyzed and submitted to Senior Management by the established deadline.

• Develops and provides summarized written and verbal reports related to the current and projected financial position of the enterprise by analyzing financial information detailing key performance indicators and accounting ratios for all areas of revenue, cost of sales, expenses, and capital expenditures.
• Conducts and reports thorough research and analysis of significant variances.
• Coordinates and ensures the development, accurate, and timely reporting for all scheduled reports.
• Develop, maintain, and ensure consistent updates to short-term and long-term forecasting models for the company.
• Utilizes data warehouse to extract data, layer data, interpret data trends, and communicate findings and improvements to Senior Management.
• Reviews actual revenues and expenses vs. budgeted amounts and year-over-year (YOY) actuals on a monthly basis for each business unit and identify concerns and suggestions for improvement.
• Provides support and recommendations to General Managers and Senior Management regarding operational and financial activities, which include profit strategies, labor costs, labor scheduling, marketing, compliance, expansion and operating efficiencies.
• Responsible to review and create standardized report packages for submission to regulators and other reports as required.
• Ensure compliance with debt and grant agreements.
• Work with Director of Purchasing to ensure vendor contract compliance.
• Create the budget plan and work directly with properties to implement, support, analyze, and assist in the preparation and review of operating budget, capital expenditure budget, and staffing budget.
• Develops budget reporting for all departments during the budget process which includes revenues, expenses and cash flow by creating presentations of budget results.
• Produce final budget reports and presentation for board approval; and, assist in the continued development of budgeting, financial forecasting, operating plan, and modeling tools.
• Provides business solutions by incorporating process improvement, process redesign, and development of flow charts.
• Create custom queries and reports using enterprise computer systems.
• Monitors trends in the local and national markets; perform analysis of potential impacts to the enterprise’s business units.
• Prepares board presentations, financial presentations and other project presentations as requested.
• Produces monthly labor report to monitor labor costs to ensure controls and efficiencies are in place.
• Maintains confidentiality of all privileged information
• Contributes to a team effort and accomplishes related results as required.
• Develop, mentor and train team of analysts.
• Performs other duties as required.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or Economics, plus seven (7) years’ experience in an analytical role involving accounting, finance, operations, and database administration of which five (5) years must be in casino gaming.
• Must have five (5) years of management and supervisory experience.
• Must have extensive experience in budgeting for multiple business units, forecasting, strategic planning, and financial/casino operations analytics.
• Must have advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Master’s Degree preferred.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must meet all knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Must be twenty-one (21) years of age.
• No felony, theft or stealing convictions.
• Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screen, background investigation, obtain and maintain gaming license.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, SKILLS, AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of the enterprise and its governing structure.
• Knowledge of accounting, purchasing, and auditing policies and procedures in state and federal jurisdictions.
• Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control procedures.
• Knowledge of statistical compilation and analyses.
• Skill in problem solving, human relations, and time management.
• Advanced skill in operating spreadsheets, databases, and casino gaming systems.
• Skill in preparing, reviewing, and analyzing operational and financial reports.
• Ability to create applications and reports, using advanced software tools for various end users of gaming departments to improve operating activities and customer service for patrons.
• Ability to develop and implement long term strategies and planning by producing analytical studies that will positively affect each business unit.
• Ability to prioritize and implement multiple projects concurrently.
• Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment.
• Ability to maintain confidentialit
• Ability to work extended hours, various work schedules, and in various locations for up to a week at a time.
• Possess exceptional communication & writing skills with the ability to quickly interpret and convey complex information into simplistic language/presentations for enterprise stakeholders.
• Ability and willingness to adapt to new challenges in a dynamic environment with shifting and multiple priorities.
• Well-organized with exceptional attention to detail with proven ability to manage time effectively and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with the individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS