Casino Financial Controller

Join San Diego's Premier Gaming & Hospitality Destination

Sycuan Casino Resort is seeking an experienced and strategic Casino Financial Controller to lead our Accounting Department and oversee all aspects of accounting, payroll, accounts payable, financial reporting, budgeting, compliance, and internal controls.

This highly visible leadership role is responsible for ensuring the integrity of financial operations while supporting the organization's continued growth and long-term success. If you are a collaborative finance leader with deep accounting expertise, strong business acumen, and experience managing complex financial operations, we invite you to join our Finance leadership team.

What You'll Do

Accounting Operations

• Oversee general accounting, revenue audit, payroll, and accounts payable functions.
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting, including:
• Income Statements
• Balance Sheets
• Cash Flow Statements
• Lead month-end close activities, including:
• General ledger maintenance
• Account reconciliations
• Overhead allocations
• Prepare financial analyses and provide operational insights to executive leadership.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Cash Management

• Lead the annual budgeting process across the property.
• Develop and maintain:
• Cash flow forecasts
• Income statement forecasts
• Balance sheet projections
• Assist with banking relationships, cash management, and interbank fund transfers.

Compliance, Audits & Internal Controls

• Partner with internal and external auditors to ensure efficient audit processes.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, gaming regulations, and other applicable financial requirements.
• Develop, implement, and maintain financial policies and procedures.
• Monitor regulatory changes and assess impacts on financial operations.
• Strengthen internal controls and oversee resolution of audit exceptions.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Evaluate and improve accounting systems, reporting processes, and operational workflows.
• Collaborate with IT and operational teams on technology solutions that enhance financial reporting and monitoring capabilities.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead and mentor Finance Department managers and staff.
• Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, transparency, and continuous improvement.
• Support professional development and succession planning initiatives.

Leadership Responsibilities

Direct Reports

• Accounting Manager
• Payroll Manager
• Accounts Payable Manager

Indirect Reports

• Accounting Staff
• Payroll Staff
• Accounts Payable Staff

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of progressively responsible accounting experience.
• 3+ years of supervisory or management experience.
• In-depth knowledge of casino and hospitality accounting operations.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting and GAAP principles.
• Experience with General Ledger, Accounts Payable, and Payroll systems.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and Word skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Business, Accounting, or Finance.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• Tribal gaming experience.
• Experience with:
• Aristocrat Slot Systems
• Player Tracking Systems
• EZ-Link
• Micros
• Infor
• CCT
• Sage Intacct

Why Sycuan Casino Resort?

At Sycuan Casino Resort, you'll join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence. This is an exciting opportunity to make a strategic impact while helping shape the financial future of one of Southern California's premier gaming and hospitality destinations.

If you're ready to lead with integrity, drive operational excellence, and contribute to a thriving organization, we'd love to hear from you.