Knighted
Position: Controller
Location: Dallas TX
About us:
Knighted is a multifaceted investment organization poised for continued growth over the coming years. Within the gaming space we are the largest provider of ThirdParty Player Proposition Services (TPPPS) for California cardrooms recognized as the premier industry leader. In addition to enjoying a dominant position in the gaming industry we are continuing to explore highpotential businesses across markets expanding our reach most recently in the Texas market with a mission to redefine the entertainment landscape. The Founders are accomplished entrepreneurs recognized for disrupting enterprise through innovation and an unwavering commitment to serve our clients our people and our communities.
Driven by innovation and corporate excellence our team thrives on curiosity strategic vision and a commitment to integrity quality and good judgment. Company culture at Knighted is of the utmost importance to us. We seek individuals who view the world through a lens of unlimited possibilities and who value people above everything else.
About the Role:
As we continue to expand our reach we are looking for a Controller to help advance our strategic business development goals. Reporting to the VP of Finance the Controller will be responsible for overseeing and providing support in all areas of finance for multiple entertainment entities within our portfolio including but not limited to accounts payable payroll processing cash control forecasting/budgeting data analysis financial reporting & systems implementation/project management. The ideal candidate will harbor an innate interest in helping to grow the accounting team to further our success.
Responsibilities:
Manages accounting for multiple entities encompassing a variety of industries including gaming entertainment hospitality food & beverage and real estate.
Ensures accuracy of the general ledger overseeing all journal entries accruals recurring transactions and monthly/quarterly closing activities.
Prepares cash flow forecasts and oversees daily bank balance activity to mitigate risk and ensure optimal operating cash reserves.
Conducts data complication analysis review and reporting.
Works with outside CPA firms to complete corporate tax returns filings and payments.
Manages oversees and reviews all vendor accounts and external relationships.
Prepares and develops Excel reports and other tools for analyzing various aspects of company performance and presents data to Senior Management.
Assists with the development and tracking of various departmental and corporate metrics/KPIs.
Researches analyzes and spearheads process and system improvements to maximize organizational efficiency and improve the bottom line.
Collaborates with the Operations Development HR and IT teams on organizational initiatives and strategic planning and executes special adhoc projects as needed.
Skills & Abilities:
Stellar ability to analyze evaluate and compile data into concise reports and presentations.
Solid understanding of GAAP and expertlevel knowledge of financial accounting principles.
Strong problem solving multitasking and information analysis skills.
Defines problems collects data establishes facts and draws conclusions.
Prioritizes and works well under pressure to meet deadlines in a dynamic fastpaced environment.
Positive highly adaptable collaborative team player with an entrepreneurial mind set.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
Education & Experience:
Bachelors degree in Accounting required.
CPA designation required. MBA a plus.
710 years of experience in corporate or public accounting with progressive advancement.
Experience managing organizations with minimum annual revenue of $50M preferred.
Advanced proficiency in Excel (including knowledge of pivot tables vlookups and other key analytical techniques) required.
Working knowledge of NetSuite is preferred.
What We Offer:
Competitive salary with bonus opportunity.
Comprehensive benefits package including a free medical plan with customizable options.
Paid time off.
401k with company matching.
Free basic life insurance.
Employee assistance and wellness program.
Knighted provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements Knighted complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training. Knighted expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin age genetic information disability or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Knighteds employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.