The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly experienced Head of Financial Planning and Strategy to lead a team of Business Planning & Finance professionals to drive the Grand Casinos Strategic Business Planning, Financial Planning & Reporting activities. This role will provide financial leadership and deliver insights to support executive decision-making. This role is pivotal in driving financial excellence, supporting Grand Casinos strategic objectives, and ensuring the sustainable growth of our gaming entities. The position also serves as a trusted expert to Senior Executives on major business initiatives

What you get to do

Financial Leadership: Lead the financial planning and analysis (FP&A) functions for the Gaming Strategy team, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting. Present financial plans and detailed analysis of plan assumptions to senior leadership.
Strategic Partner: Collaborate with senior management to develop and implement financial strategies that align with the company’s goals and objectives.
Financial Planning: Direct the development and consolidation of the business financial plans, including long range plans, annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and cash & capital budgets
Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to streamline budgeting, forecasting, and reporting activities. Lead the revision of forecasts based on actuals and changes in the business landscape.
Data-Driven Insights: Utilize data analytics to provide actionable insights and recommendations to enhance financial performance and operational efficiency.
Risk Management: Oversee risk management and compliance functions, ensuring all financial practices adhere to regulations and internal policies.
Team Development: Mentor and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.

What We Look for In a Person

Serves and develops others by building relationships.
Fosters an inclusive workplace where inclusion and individual differences are valued.
Collaborates across boundaries to achieve common goals.
Aligns organizational objectives and practices with Mille Lacs Band traditions or interests as appropriate.
Sets direction and influences others to translate vision into action.
Demonstrates drive for continued personal and professional growth.

What We Offer You

We have a fun, energetic personality and are adventurous, creative, and open minded.
We strive to lead through our seven (7) values in all that we do. (Wisdom, Love, Respect, Truth, Humility, Bravery, and Honesty)
Our foundation of Servant Leadership is a philosophy that embodies and fosters empowerment, decision-making and engagement across all levels of the organization.
We are a career accelerant, which means developing our Associates is one of our main priorities.
We provide a space for Associates and others to bring who they are to work and impart a sense of purpose.
A variety of competitively priced health benefits and supplemental insurances, parental leave, 401k, tuition reimbursement, birthday, and anniversary gifts.

What Qualifies You

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in finance, with at least 8 years in a senior leadership role leading strategic planning, finance, or business intelligence functions.
Proven experience in the gaming or entertainment industry with strong knowledge of financial regulations and compliance.
Successful track record of business and financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling, and can effectively translate data into actionable insights, strategies, and financial plans.
Must be able to secure a license from Gaming Regulatory Authority (GRA).
Responsible for following all relevant Detailed Gaming Regulations (DGR’s).
Mille Lacs Band Member and American Indian preference will be exercised in the hiring process.

Must Have Skills

Strategic Vision: Ability to think strategically and provide innovative financial solutions to support business growth.
Analytical Skills: Strong quantitative and analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and data visualization tools
Leadership Experience: Proven track record leading strategic finance initiatives and managing direct reports
Communication: Exceptional communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills, capable of effectively presenting financial information to executive leadership.
You can build a finance org from the ground up
High Initiative: You possess a low ego, high grit attitude, thriving in tackling complex challenges, supporting team members, and driving results in a fast-paced environment
Adaptability: You bring structure to dynamic environments with shifting priorities, fostering growth and organization within the team
Strong understanding of financial and operational systems.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Physical Needs

Ability to travel as required by the role.

Work Environment

Hybrid

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