Director of Finance

Job Description

Job Title : Director of Finance

Location : Lake Charles, LA (Relocation Assistance Provided)

Salary : $120,000 - $140,000

Skills : Casino Finance & Accounting, Financial Reporting & GAAP Compliance, Budgeting & Forecasting, Financial Analysis & P&L Management, Revenue Audit & Internal Controls, Casino Cage & Cash Operations, Payroll & Labor Cost Management, Capital Expenditure Planning, Gaming Regulations & Regulatory Compliance, Team Leadership & Financial Operations Management

About Company / Opportunity :

An established casino and entertainment destination in Lake Charles, Louisiana, is seeking an experienced Director of Finance to lead its financial and accounting operations. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned casino finance professional to join a dynamic gaming and hospitality environment and play a key role in the property's financial performance, operational efficiency, and long-term growth.

Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, the Director of Finance will oversee multiple critical functions, including financial accounting, revenue audit, purchasing, payroll, count team operations, financial analysis, and casino cage operations. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of casino industry accounting or financial management experience, strong knowledge of GAAP and gaming regulations, and a proven track record of leading finance teams in a complex, highly regulated environment.

This leadership opportunity is ideal for a hands-on finance professional who excels in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and team development while maintaining the highest standards of accuracy, compliance, and financial integrity. A bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required, while a CPA designation and/or advanced degree is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities :

• Oversee all casino finance and accounting operations, including financial accounting, revenue audit, purchasing, payroll, count team, financial analysis, and cage operations.
• Prepare and review monthly financial statements, management reports, and financial forecasts to evaluate business performance and support strategic decision-making.
• Develop and manage annual operating budgets, capital expenditure plans, revenue projections, and labor cost forecasts in collaboration with senior leadership.
• Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and timely completion of all financial reporting in accordance with GAAP standards and applicable gaming regulations.
• Monitor daily financial reports, property cash positions, credit accounts, revenue performance, expenses, and overall financial results.
• Establish, implement, and maintain effective internal controls, financial procedures, and departmental standards to improve operational efficiency and safeguard company assets.
• Oversee revenue audit and casino cage operations to ensure accurate transaction processing, proper cash handling, and compliance with established controls.
• Conduct financial analysis and develop pre- and post-event profitability assessments to evaluate promotions, special events, operating costs, and revenue opportunities.
• Lead, mentor, and develop finance department personnel, including recruiting, training, performance management, and employee retention.
• Partner with the CFO, VP of Finance, and department leaders to identify financial trends, improve profitability, manage expenses, and support business objectives.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state laws, gaming commission regulations, company policies, and industry standards.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial records, employee information, and sensitive company data while promoting ethical business practices.

Must-Have Skills :

• Casino Industry Finance Experience – Minimum of five years of accounting or financial management experience within the casino industry, with a strong understanding of gaming operations and regulatory requirements.
• Financial Reporting, Budgeting & Forecasting – Proven expertise in financial statement preparation, GAAP compliance, annual budgeting, financial analysis, and forecasting in a complex gaming or hospitality environment.
• Finance Department Leadership & Internal Controls – Demonstrated ability to oversee multiple finance functions, including revenue audit, payroll, purchasing, and casino cage operations, while maintaining financial accuracy, regulatory compliance, and effective internal controls.

Nice to Have Skills :

• CPA Certification or Advanced Degree – CPA designation, MBA, or advanced degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Multi-Department Casino Finance Oversight – Experience managing multiple casino financial functions, including revenue audit, cage operations, count team, payroll, and purchasing.
• Financial Strategy & Profitability Optimization – Proven ability to improve financial performance through advanced financial modeling, cost control, capital expenditure planning, and operational efficiency initiatives