Title: Vice President, Finance
Louisville, KY, US, 40222
ABOUT CHURCHILL DOWNS INC.
Headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, Churchill Downs Incorporated has expanded through the development of live and historical racing entertainment venues, the growth of the TwinSpires horse racing online wagering business and the operation and development of regional casino gaming properties. Churchill Downs Incorporated is an inclusive and fun place to work. We celebrate unique approaches and points of view. We believe diversity is a mindset that drives excellence. We’re always learning, evolving and growing. We innovate through mutual respect of ideas and collaboration. This allows us to build a common language that inspires our team members and propels us toward the achievement of our vision.
CHURCHILL DOWNS INCORPORATED
Churchill Downs Incorporated is an industry-leading racing, online wagering and gaming entertainment company anchored by our iconic flagship event - The Kentucky Derby. We own and operate Derby City Gaming, a historical racing machine facility in Louisville, Kentucky. We also own and operate the largest online horse racing wagering platform in the U.S., TwinSpires.com.. We are also a leader in brick-and-mortar casino gaming with approximately 11,000 slot machines and video lottery terminals and 200 table games in eight states. Apply today!
JOB SUMMARY
The VP Finance - Gaming works closely with the finance leaders at CDI’s gaming and historical racing machine (“HRM”) properties, provides overall day to day financial leadership and coordination for the gaming and HRM properties, and is a business partner to the SVP – Gaming, the VP of Gaming Ops, and the leaders of the gaming and HRM properties. This position works with gaming and HRM leadership and their finance leaders to develop and implement strategic plans and operating plans to drive profitable growth. This position and his/her team is responsible for the analysis and decision support related to capital management, business development opportunities, and vendor related activities for the gaming and HRM properties.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for the financial management of gaming and HRM properties, including:
- Support the development and implementation of strategic plans
- Provide leadership in the development and monitoring of budgets and operational strategies to produce both short-term and long-term profitability
- Drive key operational and strategic initiatives
- Work closely with leadership to ensure capital projects deliver expected results, remain within budget, and meet deadlines
- Review and approve cost proposals and estimates for equipment, systems, and procedural changes, as needed
- Provide leadership in financial analysis and projections, capital and operating budget planning, productivity, cash flow management, cost identification and allocation, revenue/expense trends analysis, financial record keeping and reporting
- Provide oversight and direction for gaming and HRM finance leaders
- Support gaming regulation compliance function, as needed
- Maintain effective communication with peers
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
- Master’s degree and / or CPA preferred
- A minimum of 10-15 years’ experience in financial planning and analysis or financial leadership positions, preferably in a gaming environment
- Excellent analytical, financial modeling, problem solving, and strategic thinking skills.
- Strong demonstrated management and leadership skills including ability to operationalize strategic plans
- Excellent financial acumen and thorough knowledge of U.S. GAAP
- Willingness and ability to pass suitability requirements of a gaming licensing body, including submission of detailed background and financial data
- Detail oriented, professional demeanor, strong organization and project management skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and courage / ability to challenge and handle challenging situations as business expands
- Excellent verbal and written communication / presentation skills
- Strong work ethic and ability to cultivate working relationships throughout the organization
- Ability to gain respect of and influence gaming leaders and team members to support ongoing development, growth, and profitability of the gaming and HRM properties
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.
Nearest Major Market: Louisville
