ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
* Prepares annual operating budget for casino operations, hotel operations, and harness operations.
* Analyzes actual results of casino operations, hotel operations, and harness operations.
* Prepares weekly forecast for casino operations, hotel operations, and harness operations.
* Advises senior management of significant variations in operating results.
* Evaluates existing operating procedures and controls in automated and manual revenue accounting systems.
* Researches alternate methods to enhance and streamline operations.
* Coordinates with data processing and various outside vendors in developing desired software systems.
* Responsible for periodic plan reviews.
* Prepares other project's budgets and analyses for all promotions and special events as requested.
* Prepares analyses of business to assist management in identifying trends and business opportunities.
* Provides Senior Management with appropriate and timely financial reports to assist in the management of the Company.
* Monitors the performance of direct reports to insure that departmental goals and objectives are met.
* Responsible for the supervision and evaluation of department staff, including completion and timely submission of annual employee evaluations.
* Consults with all segments of management responsible for and makes recommendations improving the effectiveness of policies and practices.
* Acts within scope of authority and consistent with company and corporate objective, guideline, policies and practices.
* Ensures optimum performance of the function by recommending and implementing techniques to improve productivity, increase effectiveness and cut costs.
* Keeps abreast of current trends and practices within area of responsibility and communicates pertinent information.
* Interviews, selects, hires and retains superior employees
* Coaches, and counsels subordinate employees
* Oversees and ensures the timely completion of employee evaluations
* Conducts training with subordinates, both formally and informally
* Issues discipline and terminates employees as appropriate
* Rewards and recognizes superior performers
* Oversees and ensures that employees work safely and follow all safety rules
* Exercises considerable judgement in determining priorities, managing projects and assignments, delegating work, and overall accomplishment of goals and tasks.
* Manages departmental budget, maximizing revenue and controlling expenses as appropriate
* Manages payroll and labor costs
* Maintains relevant records and oversees the maintenance of records as appropriate for the department
* Develops and implements strategic goals, objectives and business plans for the department
* Ensures compliance with relevant laws and regulations as well as company policies and procedures
* Maintains up-to-date knowledge of industry and competition
* Ensures effective communication within the department and company
* Establishes and implements customer service standards
* Holds subordinates accountable for established performance expectations
* Motivates and develops staff; provides advice and guidance as appropriate
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:
* Performs other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS/EDUCATION:
* Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Business required or equivalent work experience.
* 3-5 years of accounting experience required.
* Working knowledge of automated accounting systems preferred.
* Must be proficient with Microsoft Office software.
* Excellent communication skills, both oral and written; ability to logically and independently plan, organize and complete work; initiative; well-developed interpersonal skills; ability to set and achieve high standards of performance; ability to make progress on multiple assignments under time constraints; and ability to travel to various locations on business.
* Ability to conduct analyses and generate reports to reflect findings; direct a work force, provide support to staff and delegate job duties.
* Ability to express ideas or make recommendations concerning job related issues; learn specific job duties and complete detailed work assignments; maintain knowledge of basic concepts and techniques.
* Ability to prepare and deliver formal presentations before public and private concerns.
* Ability to perceive quality of work, read material and review documents; receive instructions and hear inquiries from guests, clients or staff.
* Must possess superior customer service and leadership skills
* Must possess superior written and oral communication skills
* Must be able to solve problems and deal with a variety of situations
* Must present an overall professional appearance
* Must be able to work weekends, holidays and nights as scheduled
* Must be able to successfully pass a background check [and receive a license from the DE Lottery]
* Must be able to speak, read and write English