PENN Entertainment Hiring for Finance Manager at Lake Charles, LA, US Full Time

WE’RE CHANGING ENTERTAINMENT. COME JOIN US.

We’re always looking for talent that believes in having fun. At PENN Entertainment, you’ll get to be a part of an exciting industry, where the days and nights are fast paced.

You’ll work with an incredibly diverse set of co-workers driven by their enthusiasm for helping people find and have more fun.

You’ll also get to work at a company that cares about your career growth and will help you get the support you need to expand your possibilities.

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WE LOVE OUR WORK.

As the Finance Manager you are responsible for managing the day-to-day activities of the Collections department and local Accounts Payable activities, as well as assisting in general accounting activities.

Responsibilities include coordinating daily collection activities, tracking and maintaining contact with customers to ensure collection of obligations according to established procedures, processing designated invoices for submission to shared services, investigation of resolution of accounts payable balances, and general ledger account analysis and adjustments.

• Responsible for hiring, training, motivating, evaluating staff in order to ensure that employee receives adequate guidance and resources to accomplish established objectives.
• Implements and monitors department standards, guidelines and objectives and maintains other administrative processes to ensure proper planning and efficient operations of department.
• Ensures compliance with state gaming regulations, federal law, company system of internal controls, and Sarbanes-Oxley.
• Oversees collections-related activity for gaming and non-gaming operations. This includes creating and maintaining collections files and records, documentation of collections activity, generation of collections letters, initiating & returning phone calls, and accurately & efficiently applying receipts to customer balances inside and outside of the gaming system.
• Develops and maintains systems and procedures to protect and collect gaming / nongaming assets.
• Is primary liaison between casino management, guests, and third-party collectors including collection agencies, attorneys, district attorneys, and / or attorney general.

Prepares account documentation for further collection by way of collection agency, district attorney, attorney or payment plan.

• Prepares and present monthly reports and maintains official minutes for Credit Committee meeting.
• Recommends accounts to Credit Committee for write-off or other disposition.
• Assists Accounts Receivable with Hotel / Sales billing issues.
• Assists in the preparation of other ad hoc analyses or collections-related performance.
• Prepares month-end reports, journal entries, and account reconciliations as assigned.
• Process invoices for submission to Accounts Payable department.
• Assist with Accounts Payable billing and vendor statement investigations and resolution.
• Analyze open purchase orders and billing accruals and make recommendations to resolve.
• Other duties as assigned.

BRING US YOUR BEST.

• Ability to observe and direct actions of subordinates.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts. This includes advanced written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Must have strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyze, review, comprehends, and responds to all departmental documentation.
• Excellent organizational skills are required.
• Ability to effectively prioritize tasks and work on multiple projects at one time. Ability to effectively and efficiently move around work area.
• Ability to obtain State gaming license.
• Ability to use software associated with the position; Word, Excel, Adobe, I Series Navigator, ACSC, Oracle, Stay, Coupa, YellowDog.
• Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in Accounting from accredited four-year college or university or 3-5 years of related experience required.
• Accounting experience in a gaming environment preferred.
• Superior guest service skills.
• Basic accounting skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with emphasis on problem resolution.
• Knowledge of interrelated department functions / regulations for Collections; Cashiers Cage, Credit, Accounting, Hotel, and Casino Services.

Knowledge of interrelated department functions for Accounts Payable : Purchasing, Receiving, Accounts Payable, and Accounting.

Knowledge of general accounting principles, state gaming regulations, internal controls, and SOX.

STAY IN THE GAME. FOLLOW US.

We’ve grown to become the most innovative omnichannel provider of entertainment experiences, thanks to our 12 retail brands representing 43 destinations across North America, online gaming via Barstool Sportsbook and theScore BET.

Being an industry leader means more than being a purveyor of fun. We are also committed to values like diversity and sustainability for our community, our team members, our vendors, and our planet.

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Equal Opportunity Employer