Sr Financial Analyst

NBCUniversal • Universal City, CA

19d • $75,000 - $95,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Financial Analyst for the Theme Park Food & Beverage Finance team will play a pivotal role in supporting both the financial planning & analysis cycle and the daily operations of all Food & Beverage venues within the park. The Senior Financial Analyst will handle ad-hoc analysis and flash reporting on key operational metrics and will assist with revenue forecasting, budgeting, and Latest Estimates.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2+ years of progressive experience in finance, preferably within operational finance.
• Must be a resourceful problem solver, with the ability to prioritize and create approaches to meet required objectives.
• Excellent analytical abilities are required, including advanced Excel skills.
• Demonstrate leadership values and ability to develop and participate in diverse/cross-functional teams.
• Requires excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with and influence a wide spectrum of stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with SAP, BPC, and/or MicroStrategy.
• Prior fast food/QSR experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily/weekly/monthly financial reporting packages addressing operational performance, as well as ad-hoc analysis when needed.
• Partner with IT and Field Operations teams to ensure accuracy and timeliness of reporting.
• Assist with Budget and Latest Estimates.
• Assist with month-end close and pacing for the Theme Park Food & Beverage department.
• Track and forecast revenue and labor to stay ahead of and/or mitigate unexpected fluctuations in topline performance and margin.
• Establish and maintain detailed budgets.
• Partner with operator management and Finance team to maximize operational efficiencies by strengthening and implementing financial tools, metrics, and processes to drive performance.
• Provide financial coaching to all operating partners.
• Lead/assist with special projects to support department goals and initiatives and to improve process efficiencies.
• Deliver analytically driven insights and recommendations to help guide overall department strategy.

Benefits

• This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level