Controller

Controller $120000 - $140000 per year | Riverside, IA | On-Site | Permanent Multi‑Site Controller | Regulatory Reporting | Process Improvement | Leadership Visibility | Competitive Compensation A bit about us: A growing casino and hospitality organization is seeking a hands‑on Controller to lead day‑to‑day accounting operations across multiple properties and business units. This is a strong opportunity for someone who enjoys accounting leadership, operational visibility, team development, and process improvement within a highly regulated environment. This role will oversee accounting functions, financial reporting, month‑end close, internal controls, audits, gaming tax/regulatory reporting, AP approvals, reconciliations, income audit, and department training. The Controller will also partner closely with finance leadership and travel to properties as needed to support local accounting teams, train staff, implement new procedures, and help strengthen accounting operations across the organization. Why join us? High‑visibility Controller role supporting multiple casino and hospitality operations Opportunity to lead, mentor, train, and develop accounting teams across locations Strong mix of technical accounting, operations, compliance, and process improvement Ideal for someone who wants to be more than a reporting Controller and have direct impact on team structure, controls, and accounting procedures Competitive salary based on experience Job Details Responsibilities Lead the day‑to‑day accounting operations for assigned properties and business units Manage and coordinate month‑end close, financial statement preparation, reporting, and analysis Ensure timely, accurate, and consistent financial reporting across departments and operations Maintain and improve accounting policies, procedures, internal controls, and reporting processes Ensure accounting practices align with GAAP, gaming regulations, gaming laws, and company internal controls Review revenues, expenses, inventory activity, reconciliations, and financial transactions for accuracy and integrity Manage applicable gaming tax, regulatory fee, sales and use tax, and other reporting requirements Review and approve AP check runs, fund transfers, reconciliations, and financial transactions Coordinate quarterly, year‑end, internal, and external audit support, including workpaper preparation Lead and support Income Audit functions, including daily audits, reconciliations, filings, and compliance requirements Train, mentor, and develop accounting staff while setting goals, expectations, and performance feedback Travel to properties as needed to assist accounting teams, train staff, support short‑staffed departments, or implement new processes Support ad hoc reporting, finance projects, process improvements, and department initiatives Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field 3+ years of accounting department leadership experience Strong financial accounting knowledge, including consolidated reporting Casino, gaming, hospitality, or highly regulated industry experience preferred Income Audit experience strongly preferred Knowledge of federal, state, and local reporting requirements Strong Excel skills and experience with ERP/accounting systems Strong attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines Ability to lead diverse teams and work with individuals at all levels of the organization Strong communication, problem‑solving, delegation, and leadership skills Self‑starter who takes ownership of the role and looks for ways to improve processes, reporting, and team performance Willingness to travel for extended periods as needed to support other locations Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity, and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. #J-18808-Ljbffr