Finance Operations Manager

About the role

Manages and supports the planning and analysis function to include the annual plan, quarterly forecasts and capital submissions, monthly operating reviews, marketing analysis, labor analysis, and other operating analysis as needed. Responsible for the preparation and presentation of internal financial analysis to executive staff. Creates and implements financial models used in analysis of capital and operating expenditures for the property. Acts as a role model to other employees and presents oneself as a credit to Caesars while encouraging others to do the same. Adheres to all regulatory, company, and department policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Directs the planning and analysis function to include the annual plan, quarterly forecasts, monthly operating review, marketing analysis, labor analysis, and other operating analysis as needed.
• Responsible for updating Managerial reports daily, weekly, etc., through collaboration with operators, ESS team, and local accounting team.
• Provides supporting documentation, analysis, and presentation preparation for monthly and quarterly business reviews with Senior Management Team (SMT).
• Provides analysis for special events, prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual projections for revenues, operating expenses, and EBITDA calculations.
• Works with senior management to develop financial and strategic plans for current and future business goals.
• Participates in and presents operating reviews to the Property Senior Management Team.
• Participates in property and market strategy meetings and identifies opportunities for revenue enhancement or cost control.
• Makes recommendations toward the effective use of operating and capital resources.
• Conducts ad-hoc analysis including operations performance reviews, marketing and customer behavior analysis, competitive intelligence, financial modeling, forecasting, statistical analysis, budgeting, and capital planning support.
• Helps property leaders get the most out of standard analytical tools and reports—serves as translator/interpreter to local audience and conditions.
• Regularly synthesizes data into actionable recommendations and presentations.
• Proactively researches business trends across functions and communicates findings to property leads and/or management.
• Monitors profitability and achievement of financial and non-financial goals.
• Performs special projects at the request of senior management.

Requirements

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business; CPA or MBA preferred.
• Minimum of three to five years of analytical operations experience, preferably in a supervisory role in finance, gaming, or hospitality industry.
• Thorough knowledge of all aspects of financial planning operations, including financial/operations analysis, people/resource management, finance, and database modeling.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to streamline processes to optimize productivity, efficiency, and speed.
• Fluent in Microsoft Office Products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access).
• Proficiency in SQL required; Power BI recommended.
• Ability to work diplomatically with all levels of management to influence without authority.
• Excellent interpersonal, customer service, communication, team building, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent math, statistical, and technical financial analysis skills that are detailed and result-oriented.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Must present a well-groomed appearance.
• Ability to uphold and demonstrate the highest level of integrity in all situations and recognize standards required by a regulated business.
• Must be able to work independently and get along with co-workers as part of a team.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Must be able to respond to visual and aural cues.
• Must be self-motivated and able to handle more than one function at a time by being well-organized.

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to work inside and continuously maneuver around the office area and throughout the casino property.
• Must be able to bend, crouch, kneel, twist, lift, stoop, reach, and work at a desk when performing administrative functions.
• Must be able to work in areas containing secondhand smoke, dust, loud noises, and bright lights.

About Us

At Harrah’s and Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe, we aim to maximize your skills and talents to help you become the best in your chosen field. We are proud to be leaders in the hospitality business, consistently receiving 4-Star and 4-Diamond Awards due to the quality of our team.

Our resorts are located on the south shore of magnificent Lake Tahoe, America’s largest alpine lake and a top vacation destination. Visitors enjoy year-round recreation, including skiing, snowboarding, hiking, fishing, mountain biking, golf, kayaking, sailing, and more. Our properties offer lively, round-the-clock gaming, indoor entertainment, world-class amenities (including two heated pools and a full-service health spa), various restaurants (such as the renowned Hell’s Kitchen), and 1,254 rooms and suites, all supported by excellent guest service.

As an industry leader, Harrah’s values employee satisfaction and provides opportunities for professional advancement and personal recognition. We offer accolades and incentives to support your career growth.