Senior Director, Finance

Churchill Downs

Owensboro, KY, US
On-site
Strong knowledge of u.s. gaap
Experience managing financial department
Oversee gaming regulatory compliance
This role leads all financial activity including accounting, financial analysis, cash operations, and compliance for Owensboro Racing & Gaming and Ellis Park Racing & Gaming

Job Summary

  • This role leads all financial activity including accounting, financial analysis, cash operations, and compliance for Owensboro Racing & Gaming and Ellis Park Racing & Gaming.
  • The successful candidate will supervise finance teams, develop annual operating plans, and provide strategic decision support to property leadership.
  • Candidates must be willing to work weekends, holidays, and nights while maintaining a valid racing license and passing gaming suitability requirements.

Matching Summary

This role leads all financial activity including accounting, financial analysis, cash operations, and compliance for Owensboro Racing & Gaming and Ellis Park Racing & Gaming.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP
  • Experience managing financial department
  • Oversee gaming regulatory compliance
  • Lead monthly financial forecasting
  • Manage external and internal audits

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in casino operations preferred
  • Guest service experience preferred
  • Advanced proficiency in SAP or JD Edwards
  • Master's degree or CPA preferred
  • Track record of cost reduction initiatives

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required
  • Minimum 8 years in accounting and financial reporting
  • At least 3 years managing a financial department
  • Must obtain and maintain valid racing license
  • Pass gaming licensing body suitability requirements

Work Rights

Not specified

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