Senior Vice President of Accounting & Finance
About The Position
Marcus Theatres is seeking an accomplished and forward‑thinking Senior Vice President of Accounting and Finance to lead the Theatre division’s accounting and Financial Planning and Analysis functions. This executive will serve as a strategic business partner to the Division President and work extensively with the Marcus Corporation CFO to ensure strong financial stewardship, disciplined capital allocation, and continued profitable growth of the Theatre division. With a legacy spanning more than ninety years, Marcus Theatres is a leading entertainment company operating 78 cinemas in 17 states. The SVP of Accounting and Finance will play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategy, driving operational performance, and supporting innovation across a geographically diverse and consumer‑focused business. This position reports directly to the President of Marcus Theatres and is based in the company’s corporate headquarters in the greater Milwaukee area.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA and/or CPA strongly preferred
- 15+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, ideally within the exhibition, entertainment, hospitality, retail, or other multi‑unit consumer‑facing industries
- Demonstrated experience leading division‑level accounting and finance organizations within a larger corporate or publicly traded environment
- Strong FP&A, financial modeling, and business partnership capabilities
- Deep understanding of financial principles, accounting standards, internal controls, and financial reporting requirements
- Experience overseeing accounting and finance operations for a multi‑location portfolio with complex operating and capital structures
- Strong executive presence with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with senior leadership, boards, and corporate partners
- Proficiency with modern financial systems, analytics tools, and reporting platforms used to drive operational insights
- Willingness to reside in the greater Milwaukee area, as this role is based in the corporate office
Nice To Haves
- Strategic, enterprise‑minded leader
- Highly analytical and detail‑oriented
- Results‑driven with strong business acumen
- Collaborative and cross‑functional partner
- Confident, decisive, and resilient
- Inspiring people leader and mentor for large teams
- Strong sense of ownership and accountability
- Committed to delivering exceptional guest and stakeholder experiences
Responsibilities
- Serve as a strategic advisor to the President of Marcus Theatres and a key finance partner to the Marcus Corporation CFO and corporate finance leadership
- Lead the Theatre division’s accounting, finance, FP&A, and internal control functions, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and regulatory compliance
- Develop and execute short‑ and long‑term financial strategies aligned with divisional and corporate objectives, including budgeting, forecasting, strategic planning, capital planning, and financial risk management
- Partner closely with the corporate CFO and corporate teams on enterprise‑wide initiatives, financial reporting, capital structure considerations, and governance matters
- Oversee preparation of forward‑looking financial analysis, scenario modeling, and performance metrics to support executive decision‑making
- Support evaluation and execution of capital investments, including new theatre locations, remodels, technology investments, and strategic initiatives
- Provide insightful monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting and analysis to the Executive Leadership Team, Division President, and Marcus Corporation leadership
- Maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies to ensure compliance with GAAP, internal standards, and applicable regulatory requirements
- Serve as a primary liaison with external partners as needed, including auditors, lenders, landlords, and other financial stakeholders
- Build, lead, and mentor high‑performing finance and accounting teams, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, transparency, and continuous improvement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
