Analyst, Cost

Universal Orlando • Orlando, FL

9h

About The Position

This role provides essential financial and administrative support to the division, helping ensure smooth operations and accurate reporting. The key responsibility involves supporting the creation, review, and processing of vendor payments related to tenants, royalties, and other high-visibility financial commitments, with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and timely execution. The position also assists with budgeting and forecasting processes and develops analysis to support division performance. Additional duties include helping with month-end close tasks such as journal entries and report reviews in SAP, analyzing basic account data, and contributing to various ad-hoc projects and requests as needed.

Requirements

• Associate degree (AA) is required. Bachelor’s degree is preferred
• 1+ year of Finance experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Microsoft Office
• Ability to Communicate Clearly
• Organization Skills
• Ability to Meet Deadlines
• Basic Forecasting
• Basic Budgeting
• Analytical Thinking
• Planning and Scheduling
• Accounting Research
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Consistent attendance is a job requirement.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for creating, reviewing, and analyzing vendor payments related to tenants, royalties, and other high-profile financial obligations. Including owning/maintaining related reports and queries while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely processing of payments supported by clear documentation, effective communication, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Complete month-end close duties, including report creation, account reconciliation, and G/L journal entries in SAP.
• Assist Cost Manager and division leadership in the development and submission of annual budgets and latest estimates for Tenants, Royalties, and CityWalk.
• Identify and implement automation improvements to streamline processes and tasks.
• Develop analysis to support division performance such as trend analysis, results vs. cost drivers, and other business-related needs.
• Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Your talent, skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree