Controller

Position Summary

Provides direction, management, and leadership in the administrative, business planning, accounting, budgeting, and automation efforts of Sandia Resort & Casino, Bien Mur Market Center, Sandia Lakes, and Bien Mur Travel Center operations departments (referred to as the “Enterprises”).  Leads, directs, and manages the Accounting Department to produce accurate, timely and relevant financial information for the Enterprises.  Oversees the Revenue audit team in development and operations of the audit MICS.

Our philosophy is built on the principles of integrity, fairness, collaboration, communication, and recognition for performance excellence. Meeting all performance standards leads to attracting and retaining a qualified workforce, provide opportunities for qualified team members, and contribute towards the ongoing success at Pueblo of Sandia today and in the future.  

 Essential Duties And Responsibilities

1. Participates in development, implementation and maintenance of policies, objectives, short-and long-range planning; develops and implements projects and programs to assist in accomplishment of established goals in accordance with regulations, company goals and GAAP.
2. Manages and coordinates the financial operations of the organization, to include the development and administration of capital and operating budgets and expenditures, and the establishment and management of financial accounting control systems.
3. Monitors and maintains accounting management information systems, both manual and computerized.
4. Oversees the supervision of personnel, which includes hiring, work allocation, training, and problem resolution; evaluates performance and makes recommendations for personnel actions; motivates employees to achieve peak productivity and performance; provides guidance and feedback for assigned staff.
5. Reviews and analyzes month end financial performance and documentation. 
6. Produces financial statement analysis reports of trends and budget variances. 
7. Ensures compliance with bank notes and other debt instruments.
8. Develops or assists with the development and implementation of policies and procedures consistent with those of the organization to ensure efficient and safe operation of all Accounting Department areas.
9. Prepares financial statements, financial reports, special analyses, and informational reports; presents recommendations for changes related to the operational divisions.
10. Ensures accounting processes financial reports are following GAAP.
11. Meets and communicates with Department Managers and Directors to provide support, reports, and general assistance regarding their financials. 
12. Assists Director of Finance in the formulation, compilation, and presentation of budgets.
13. Assists Director of Finance in financial and regulatory audits. 
14. Thorough understanding and knowledge of Resort and Casino operations, procedures, and industry standards.
15. Ensures compliance with Tribal, Federal and State reporting requirements.
16. Punctual and regular attendance is an essential responsibility for all team members and are expected to report to work based upon the assigned schedule each day in accordance with the Attendance Policy for Pueblo of Sandia.

 Additional Responsibilities

1. Performs additional duties as necessary.

 Key Performance Indicators

This position has Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) identified as a measurement of success.  KPI’s will be shared with all team members who work in this job title and feedback will be provided regarding the successful completion of the KPI’s as part of the performance review process.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

1. Skill in budget preparation and fiscal management.
2. Ability to develop financial plans and manage resources.
3. Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
4. Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures.
5. Knowledge of project management principles, practices, techniques, and tools.
6. Knowledge of customer service principles, techniques, systems, and standards.
7. Knowledge and understanding of commercial operating principles, practices, and procedures within area of business specialty.
8. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
9. Knowledge of software to quantify and illustrate complex financial reports, comparisons, impacts, and/or projections.
10. Ability to analyze and interpret financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and/or projections.
11. Ability to develop, plan, and implement short- and long-range goals.
12. Ability to plan, implement, and administer financial information and control systems.
13. Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
14. Employee development and performance management skills.
15. Excellent computer skills, especially in spreadsheets and accounting software.
16. Ability to supervise and train employees, including organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.
17. Ability to negotiate and manage contractual arrangements.
18. Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse organization.
19. Ability to develop and maintain recordkeeping systems and procedures.

   Education And Experience  

Required

1. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field from an accredited college or university.
2. Six (6) years’ experience in an accounting, finance, or related field including four (4) years in a management and/or administration capacity of an operational or accounting department.
3. Must be at least 21 years of age.

Note: Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling eight (8) years may substitute for the required education and experience.

License/Certifications/Registrations

1. CPA License is preferred
2. Must be able to obtain and maintain the required STGC Gaming License
3. Will require a pre-employment and random drug screening.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

The following selected physical activities are required to perform the essential functions of this position

Physical Requirement

Description

Balancing

Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling and walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces. This factor is important if the amount of balancing exceeds that needed for ordinary locomotion and maintenance of body equilibrium.

Crouching

Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.

Feeling

Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature, or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips.

Finger Dexterity

Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling.

Grasping

Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.

Hearing

Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discriminations in sound.

Kneeling

Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.

Lifting

Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles.

Pulling

Using upper extremities to exert force to draw, haul, or tug objects in a sustained motion.

Pushing

Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force to thrust forward, downward, or outward.

Reaching

Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.

Seeing

The ability to perceive the nature of objects by the eye.

Walking

Job requirements include, in the performance of duties, walking throughout the work area, on various work surfaces throughout internal or external locations.

Sitting

Particularly for sustained periods of time.

Standing

Particularly for sustained periods of time.

Stooping

Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires full motion of the lower extremities and back muscles.

Talking

Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.

List Working Conditions Required

1. Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
2. No or very limited physical effort required.
3. No or very limited exposure to physical risk.        

The Content Of This Job Description Does Not Restrict Management’s Right To Assign Or Reassign Duties And Responsibilities To This Job At Any Time.

The Job Description Reflects The Assignment Of The Essential Functions Of The Current Position But Does Not Prescribe Or Restrict Tasks That May Be Assigned. The Essential Functions Are Specified But Are Subject To Change At Any Time For Various Reasons, Including Management Discretion.

The Pueblo Of Sandia Reserves The Right To Make Changes To The Job Description Whenever Necessary.

Selected Candidates Must Submit To And Pass A Pre Employment Drug And Alcohol Screening As Part Of The Pre Employment Process.  Drug And Alcohol Screening Will Continue Through Post Hire Testing To Be Conducted By A Third Party Random Number Generator.  Selected Candidates Must Submit To And Pass A Criminal Background Screening As Part Of The Pre Employment Process.

The Pueblo Of Sandia Is An Equal Opportunity Employer (Eoe). Qualified Applicants Are Considered For Employment Without Regard To Race, Color, Religion, Sex, National Origin, Age, Marital Status, Disability, Sexual Orientation, Or Any Other Characteristic Protected By State Or Federal Law.