There’s never been a better time to join TravelCenters of America! For more than 50 years, millions of professional truck drivers and motorists have called our travel centers home, depending on us daily for fuel, food, truck maintenance and essential services.

　　Now a part of the bp family, TA is focused on growing its network of travel centers, implementing cutting edge technology and embarking on innovative alternative energy and sustainability initiatives.

　　From our locations across the country, to our corporate headquarters in Westlake, Ohio, every team member is a stakeholder in TA’s success. This environment offers endless career opportunities for individuals interested in sharing their ideas, growing with the company and shaping TA’s future.

　　Summary

　　The Director of Gaming reports to the VP, Special Amenities and will be responsible for overseeing the Company’s gaming operations, including those operated directly by the Company and those operated by third parties, Lottery for Company locations, and Motel operations. This oversight includes monitoring and ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations., including Title 31 and the Bank Secrecy Act. This person will also file such tax returns, applications for licenses and other filings as are necessary from time to time to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

　　Duties and Responsibilities

　　Responsible for timely filing of gaming tax returns, information returns and reports.

　　Responsible for maximizing the Company’s share of income from casino and Skill game operations by third parties.

　　Monitors proposed legislation related to gaming to become aware of threats and/or respond to opportunities for the Company’s gaming activities.

　　Prepare such reports and make recommendations for opportunities to maximize the Company’s share of income from casino and VLT/VGT operations by third parties.

　　Work closely with the Special Amenities Group and Regional Vice Presidents to support virtual gaming tables (VGT) and video lottery terminals (VLT).

　　Direct and participate in the research and analysis of opportunities and expansion strategies.

　　Through coordination with the Special Amenities Group and Legal Department, coordinate first time and renewal applications for gaming licenses in various jurisdictions and ensure payment of required licenses and fees.

　　Ensure full compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

　　Working with Human Resources and others, as applicable, establish operating policies and procedures applicable to operations of the various gaming or skill operations.

　　Work with Accounting/Tax/Finance to timely file monthly, quarterly, and annual tax and informational reports and payment of fees, including gross gaming fees, quarterly licenses, electronic filing of W2-G and 1042S forms and Standard Financial Statements.

　　Coordinate response to audits, reviews and inquiries from gaming agencies, independent auditors, and accountants.

　　Prepare and maintain reports to analyze revenue and expenses for all gaming locations. Develop reports to evaluate, explain and grow profitability of various segments.

　　Function as the Title 31 Compliance Officer that includes scheduling and conducting quarterly Title 31 Compliance Committee meetings. Ensure compliance with Title 31 requirements, including filing CTR and SAR forms online and ensuring proper record retention.

　　Coordinate with the Company’s Gaming Compliance Committee.

　　Manage third party casino and VGT operator relations and growth opportunities, including evaluating gaming equipment and needs to maximize profitability.

　　Responsible for the Company’s Problem Gambling Program.

　　Motel operations and reporting, including relationship with franchisor.

　　Perform other related work as assigned.

　　Qualifications

　　Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent work experience preferred. MBA or Masters degree a plus.

　　5+ years of experience in a compliance and accounting leadership position in the gaming industry preferred.

　　Extensive knowledge of nationwide casino, VGT, VLT and amusement games operations and practices required.

　　Familiarity and experience with back-office functions including finance, accounting, and tax.

　　Extensive knowledge of federal and state laws, rules, and regulations relative to casino gaming, VGTs, VLTs, Skill games, and lottery, including FinCEN Title 31 and Bank Secrecy Act requirements preferred.

　　With us, you’ll enjoy:

　　Competitive wages and annual bonus opportunity

　　Medical, dental, vision and life insurance

　　401(k) with a company match

　　Paid vacation and holidays

　　Tuition reimbursement

　　A wide variety of discounts on technology, travel, food and fuel

　　Opportunity for growth and advancement with company paid training

　　Not all benefit plans are available to all team members. For a more comprehensive list of benefits, please visit https://www.ta-petro.com/careers/working-in-our-corporate-office

　　Pay Range

　　$0.00 - 0.00 annually - A pay range listed reflects the potential pay for this role. The pay will depend on various factors, such as responsibilities of the position, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. Not all positions posted will have a pay range listed.

　　Our travel centers serve thousands every day; not one traveler is the same and our team must reflect that. We can "return every traveler to the road better than they came" only by understanding and celebrating individualism. TravelCenters of America is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, familial status, ancestry, sex, gender, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, handicap, military service or Veteran status, genetic information or membership in any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law. At TravelCenters of America, we invite everyone to make themselves at home.

　　Individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation related to our recruiting process. If you would like to request an accommodation related to the recruitment process, please email us at [email protected] . In your email, please include your first and last name, phone number, the position and location for which you are applying, and details pertaining to the accommodation request.

　　Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

　　In this role, the employee is continuously sitting and typing, frequently talking and using eye and hand coordination and may also be required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move objects. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Standing, walking, bending over, and repetitive use of legs are done occasionally. All performed with or without a reasonable accommodation.

　　Disclaimer

　　This job description may not list all duties for this position. The incumbent in the position may be asked to perform other duties. TA Operating LLC reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment, and either the incumbent or TA Operating LLC may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.