Finance Controller

Company Description

Boyd Gaming Corporation has been successful in gaming jurisdiction in which we operate in the United States and is one of the premier casino entertainment companies in the United States. Never content to rest upon our successes, we will continue to evolve and retain a position of leadership in our industry. Our past success, our current business philosophies and our sound business planning, combine to position Boyd Gaming Corporation to maximize value for our shareholders, our team members and our communities.

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The leader in this position will oversee several functional areas within the Finance Department and will report directly to the Regional Director of Finance. The leader in this position will have specific responsibility for the day to day accounting, auditing, reporting, and ensuring that all gaming and financial controls are achieved by the Finance team; Directly supervise the areas of financial reporting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, revenue audit, Cage/Player’s Club, Countroom and inventory control functions.  The leader will monitor all financial activities on property to ensure the applicable laws, rules, regulations and controls of the property, federal and state government and lottery commission are enforced throughout the property and assures the safeguarding of company assets.  The leader will also be responsible for creating a sense of team spirit and promoting a positive work environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

(These functions are intended as a general illustration of the work performed in this job classification and are not all inclusive for this position)

1. Adhere to established department and property policies and procedures
2. Responsible for morale of department through quality of supervision and training and provides training for all department personnel
3. Provide oversight of Financial Accounting including Horse Racing financials, Revenue Audit, and Invoice Processing/Inventory Control functions. 
4. Provide oversight of the Cage/Player’s Club and Countroom departments.
5. Provide leadership, training, coaching, mentoring and development of team members for improved performance
6. Issue timely performance evaluations to subordinates and offer developmental guidelines and resources to achieve goals
7. Must maintain the strictest confidence of any and all confidential information disclosed by Boyd Gaming
8. Formulation of and periodic review of department policies and procedures and system needs and implementation; update as needed
9. Facilitate monthly financial close process and departmental financial statement reviews
10. Ensure adherence to accounting policy and procedures as set forth by Financial Shared Service (FSS), the coordination of systems and procedures and the preparation of operating data and special reports as required
11. Work directly with the FSS accounting team to ensure financial statements and account reconciliations are prepared timely and accurately
12. Reviews general ledger accounts and activity for trends and errors
13. Reviews monthly and quarterly financial statements using analytical procedures and inquiries; ensuring variances are addressed and/or explained.
14. Ensure compliance with all finance/accounting SOX-related requirements, as well as coordinate and interface with, SOX auditors and internal auditors; oversee filing and reporting requirements
15. Assists in the preparation of the annual budget for assigned departments
16. Reviews daily flash and operating report for accuracy; and assists with the forecasting of financial information
17. Review and analyze work schedules; ensuring schedules are in accordance with Company policy and meet previously established labor standards
18. Reviews and analyzes management reports
19. Assign and oversee other special staff assignments/projects. 
20. Work closely with Compliance Department and Internal Audit to ensure compliance with internal controls

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree from Accredited Institution in a Finance-related field is required
• Three years of previous financial reporting responsibilities
• Three years of managerial experience

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: (Licenses, Certifications, Testing, etc.):

• Understanding of budget process, financial statements, accounting principles, and property policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated knowledge of general accepted accounting procedures (GAAP) and advanced mathematical skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel, advanced Excel skills preferred
• Must have strong analytical skills, accounting knowledge, leadership skills, and financial acumen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain all licenses / certifications per Federal, State, and Gaming regulations.
• Must successfully pass background check
• Must successfully pass an alcohol and drug screening
• Must be 21 years of age

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY:

Ability to:

• Ability to effectively communicate with customers, outside contacts, and all levels of employees.
• Ability to stand throughout an eight-hour shift.
• Ability to inspect and maintain areas for which responsible.
• Ability to effectively and efficiently move around work area.
• Ability to research, to analyze, comprehend, and act upon information and to be aware of the business environment in order to effectively manage areas of responsibility.
• Ability to observe and direct actions of subordinates.
• Ability to use the equipment associated with the position, including but not limited to computer keyboard and printer.
• This position spends the majority of shift in the revenue audit area and is subject to varying levels of noise the severity of which depends upon customer volume.

Additional Information

Boyd Gaming is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

Boyd Gaming is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.