What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controller position at St. Jo Frontier?
SUMMARY: The Controller is responsible for ensuring adequate controls, Gaming Control Compliance and auditing the functions as they relate to any of the following functions: Food & Beverage, Slots, Cage, Table Games, Poker, Players Club, Tournaments, Promotions, etc. This includes standardizing the audit product, setting performance standards, and measuring and developing the attainment of those standards by department personnel.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for monitoring and maintaining the systems of internal control in accordance with Standards. Ensures compliance with Live Entertainment tax, as applicable. Maintains the timely filing/renewal of state and county gaming licenses and taxes.
- Preparation of Sales & Use Tax, Commerce Tax, and other non-gaming taxes and licenses, as assigned.
- Maintain established acceptable accounting procedures in revenue recognition and tax liability to effectively control the assets of the company. Coordinates and prepares all gaming-related records and internal controls.
- Oversee the preparation and distribution of the Daily Managers’ Report (DMR) to corporate and property recipients.
- Ensure accounting and audit records and practices adhere to the accounting policies and internal controls adopted by the Company.
- Ensure the accuracy and timing of reports, as well as the adequacy of information included.
- Work closely with both internal and external auditors, responding to review and audit queries.
- Research accounting literature and apply technical standards and analysis to complex or non-recurring business issues and transactions. Prepare written memos documenting such issues/transactions for review by management and auditors.
- Responsible for proper completion of assigned journal entries required for financial reporting. Responsible for overall completion and retention of all appropriate general ledger account analysis for all revenue audit areas, including balance sheet account reconciliations, as assigned.
- Assist the Director of Finance in the management of the monthly close process and related analysis.
- Develop and implement best practices in all areas of Casino Accounting.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
BS Degree in Finance or Accounting and 5 years experience as a Controller.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS:
Requires valid drivers license. OTHER PROPERTY SPECIFIC DETAILS:
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS INCLUDE:
Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Employee Discount Network, Meals, Celebrations, Awards and more....
DISCLAIMER:
This job posting is intended to describe the general nature of this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Employee benefits may vary by location, position, length of service and employment status.
Final candidates will be required to complete a drug test and background check. Many positions will require a state gaming license. Affinity Gaming is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or marital status.