Must be able to develop and maintain positive peer relationships and provide assistance in a friendly, helpful manner to all casino employees, officials and representatives of other agencies and departments. A minimum of three years’ proven experience in accounting or finance; experience related to gaming preferred or a bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a directly related field .
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Location
Havasu Lake, CA
Description
INDIAN PREFERENCE POLICY: Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference Act of 1934 (Title 25, USC. Section 472).
DEPARTMENT: ADMINISTRATION REPORTS TO: CASINO GENERAL MANAGER
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must be age 21 or older
Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and pass a background check to qualify for a gaming license
A minimum of three years’ proven experience in accounting or finance; experience related to gaming preferred or a bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a directly related field
Strong leadership skills and customer service orientation required
Must be able to work effectively with peers, staff members, and regulatory agency personnel
Strong computer skills to include effective working knowledge of Microsoft Office products
Strong written and oral communication skills required
Must have ability to interpret data, records, reports, and forms
Must have skills in researching data, identification of application of problem areas and the ability to develop, present and apply recommendations
Must possess organizational skills in order to work within a team structured office environment and demonstrate ability to be a team player
Must be able to develop and maintain positive peer relationships and provide assistance in a friendly, helpful manner to all casino employees, officials and representatives of other agencies and departments
Must be able to work independently on assigned projects and be detailed oriented (written and oral)
Must be able to understand and apply compliance regulations as set forth by Casino Management
Must be able to deal effectively with frequent interruptions and to work on several projects simultaneously
Must be able to carry out assignments discreetly, effectively, and efficiently in sensitive, confidential circumstances when performing all duties
Must have ability to clearly and concisely outline recommendations (written and oral) including the ability to use good English grammar; ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ensure policy and procedures are kept current while continuously looking for ways to improve processes
Document and report on audits related to NIGC MICS, Tribal Internal Controls, and other policies and procedures as directed
Formulate and recommend corrective action based on material weaknesses in affected departments
Review records, financial documents, forms, and interview personnel to obtain information for audits and compliance
Prepare written reports of findings and recommendations and complete compliance files with documentation to substantiate findings
Attend off-site training to keep up to date with rules and regulations
Perform surveys, critiques, and evaluations of gaming departments to determine regulatory compliance
Audit accounting and operation records, procedures, and practices to determine accuracy and compliance with accepted codes, rules, regulations, standards, ordinances, and policies affecting Casino operations
Plan, coordinate, and execute all compliance related audits with 3rd parties including Gaming Commission, Tribal Council, External Auditors, State of California, IRS, and others
Compile and coordinate management responses required on any exceptions noted in audits
Understand and comply with established appearance standards
Conduct follow-up reviews to ascertain that appropriate action has been taken on reported findings and recommendations
Understand and comply with the attendance policy of the casino
Issues written and oral instructions
Assign duties and examine work for exactness, neatness, and conformance to policies and procedures
Study and standardize procedures to improve efficiency
Perform other related duties as may be assigned
PUBLIC RELATIONS: Important attributes of any employee of the Havasu Landing Casino & Hotel, along with the official performance of duties, are personal appearance and public relations. Each employee is expected to make every effort to be well-informed about the casino and hotel, pleasant, courteous, and cooperative, and to act in a manner to command the respect of co-workers and all other personnel. An optimistic attitude, patience, and tolerance will help each employee in nearly all situations at the casino.