RANDALL W. WATERS
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Forward-thinking finance/accounting professional with experience in the fields of treasury/banking, sports, entertainment,
and gaming. Demonstrating high level of ownership and initiative. Possessing exceptional work ethic and desire to go
above and beyond to exceed company expectations. Offering knack for building productive working relationships.
Successful in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments to manage goals and team development. History of thriving in
team-oriented environments. Committed to driving improvements through innovation and leadership.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President / Retail Banking Manager
Valley Bank of Nevada
Las Vegas, NV
01.2021 - Current
- Develop loan and deposit business through client relationships.
- Increase bank productivity and efficiency to maximize profit through the creation and implementation of processes and systems.
- Leverage leadership skills to identify deficiencies and opportunities to improve policies, procedures, and controls.
- Increased the bank’s non-interest income by approximately 150% by developing and implementing a new fee structure.
- Expanded deposit relationships by $35 million to date.
- Contributed to current net loan growth of $30 million.
Senior Manager of Finance
MGM Resorts International
Las Vegas, NV
06.2020 - 01.2021
- Directed the administration of all jurisdiction gaming regulations within finance areas, and stayed abreast of changes and trends in the regulatory environment.
- Produced all compliance documentation for Mandalay Bay senior executives and the Nevada Gaming Control Board to ensure adherence to MGM policies and procedures, SOX, and gaming regulations.
- Monitored and regulated access to casino credit, casino marketing, and other gaming-sensitive systems.
- Hired and supervised Count Team personnel for optimal productivity while adopting a training program to educate personnel on best practices and protocols.
- Developed count and drop procedures to ensure compliance with COVID regulations.
Entertainment Finance and Accounting Manager
MGM Resort International
Las Vegas, NV
10.2018 - 06.2020
- Oversaw all finance, accounting, budgeting, and reporting activities for multiple entertainment venues, including Mandalay Bay Lounges, Michelob Ultra Arena, and Mandalay Bay Beach, with venue capacities ranging from 500 to 12,000.
- Coordinated financial aspects of first Las Vegas professional basketball team, Las Vegas Aces.
- Completed month-end closings, kept records audit-ready, and monitored the timely recording of accounting transactions.
- Created and implemented financial processes for the sole multi-venue music festival at MGM Resorts International.
- Delivered actionable recommendations to leadership teams to enhance strategic direction.
- Established and maintained relationships with promoters, talent managers, and production staff.
- Created P&L for events to facilitate settlement with promoters and entertainers.
Senior Treasury Analyst
MGM Resorts International
Las Vegas, NV
03.2016 - 10.2018
- Analyzed bank fees, and recommended cost-saving plans.
- Informed C-suite executives on investment decisions and forecasts.
- Prepared and maintained cash forecasts, and provided cash management, positioning, and visibility.
- Independently developed cash position model used to increase department productivity.
Education
Masters of Business Administration (M.B.A) - Business Administration, Operations, & Finance/Accounting
University of Utah
B.S - Business Administration Finance
University of Nevada
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Project Management
- Managing Operations and Efficiency
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Contract Development and Management
- Customer Relationship Management
- Business Development
- MS Excel
- MS Office
Timeline
Vice President / Retail Banking Manager
Valley Bank of Nevada
01.2021 - Current
Senior Manager of Finance
MGM Resorts International
06.2020 - 01.2021
Entertainment Finance and Accounting Manager
MGM Resort International
10.2018 - 06.2020
Senior Treasury Analyst
MGM Resorts International
03.2016 - 10.2018
Masters of Business Administration (M.B.A) - Business Administration, Operations, & Finance/Accounting
University of Utah
B.S - Business Administration Finance
University of Nevada
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