Gaming Compliance Auditor

Job Description

Job Description

The position is located in Southern Arizona.

Position Summary:

Under general supervision, performs audits and inquires to ensure that appropriate safeguards for protecting the Nation's assets and assuring the integrity of gaming are in place and being followed in accordance with Minimum Internal Control Standards (MICS) of the Nation's gaming ordinance and regulations, the Tribal-State Compact, the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (IGRA), and the National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC).

The work is normally reviewed upon completion, with occasional spot checks while in process, to ensure accuracy, timeliness and conformance to established standards; major work tasks are covered by instructions or procedures and unusual situations are referred to a supervisor.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conducts systematic inspections or audits, with or without notice, of the Gaming Facility operation to ensure compliance with the Gaming Ordinance and Compact.
• Conducts periodic audits of the gaming devices daily reports to check for accuracy, consistency, and reasonableness.
• Reviews the Internal Control Policies and Procedures for administrative, fiscal and operational functions as established by the Gaming Facility.
• Submits reports based on assessing any weakness or potential problems and inspection findings with recommendations for corrective action plan.
• Follows up on all corrective action plans to assess the effectiveness in correcting the problem.
• Collects audit samples and information to follow established procedures as determined by relevant professional groups such as Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB).
• Performs quarterly facility inspections of the Gaming Facility to assure that the operation is in accordance with the terms of the license.
• Makes recommendations to ensure the effectiveness of policies and procedures.
• Reviews incident reports and conducts investigations as required.
• Interacts with independent public auditors to review findings. Takes appropriate steps to resolve issues.
• Coordinates all activities from the Arizona Department of Gaming Compliance and independent public auditors.
• Prepares and presents audit reports as needed. Prepares and maintains acceptable documentation of the data and information collected and analyzed using a format such as financial audit working papers.
• Develops and retains procedural checklists for the conduct of audit systems and physical inspections to ensure the integrity of the information.
• Maintains all appropriate documentation to ensure current retention schedule complies to regulations and appropriate laws.
• Investigates issues or complaints regarding all manners of alleged compliance violations by evaluating documentary evidence, interviewing potential witnesses and suspects, and reviewing surveillance coverage.
• Evaluates investigated findings, prepares a comprehensive written report, and presents recommendations to the appropriate authority; both in writing and orally.

• Maintains ongoing liaison with regulatory agencies, law enforcement, casino personnel, and staff in order to facilitate the exchange of information and the more effective regulation of casino operations.
• Conducts all aspects of the position within all applicable rules and regulations of the Ordinance and the Compact while maintaining strict confidentiality.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending seminars, educational workshops, classes and conferences; reviewing professional publications; establishing networks; participating in professional societies; conferring with representatives of contracting agencies and related organizations.
• Performs other job related duties as assigned and contributes to a team effort.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the Tohono O'odham culture, customs, and traditions.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, tribal laws, regulations and requirements.
• Knowledge of Class II and Class III gaming operations, police, procedures and regulations of the Tribal- State Compact.
• Knowledge of legal techniques for gathering and preserving evidence; both physical and verbal.
• Knowledge of records management procedures.
• Knowledge of FASB best practices in relation to records inspection and audits.
• Skill in writing reports and correspondences.
• Skill in operating various word-processing, spreadsheets, and database software programs.
• Skill in analyzing problems, projecting consequences, identifying solutions, and implementing recommendations.
• Skill in effectively explaining and enforcing gaming policies, procedures and regulations.
• Skill in providing superior customer service to external and internal customers.
• Ability to communicate efficiently and effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with other employees and the general public. Ability to maintain privileged confidential information.
• Ability to work independently and meet strict time lines.
• Ability to work extended hours and various work schedules including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to research, record and analyze data.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or closely related field and two years' work experience in auditing or gaming investigations; or an equivalent combination of training, education, and work experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of this position.

Licenses, Certifications, Special Requirements:

• Must be certified by the Arizona Department of Gaming and/or Licensed by the Tohono O'odham Nation before hire.
• Must demonstrate seventy percent proficiency in grammar, spelling and math.
• Upon recommendation for hire, a criminal background check is required to determine suitability for hire, including a 39-month Motor Vehicle Record.
• May require possessing and maintaining a valid driver's license, (no DUIs or major traffic citations within the last three years).
• If required, must meet the Tohono O'odham Nation tribal employer's insurance requirements to receive a driver's permit to operate program vehicles.
• Based on the department's needs, incumbents may be required to demonstrate fluency in both the Tohono O'odham Language and English as a condition of employment.