Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration. An MBA is preferred. Minimum of 6-7 years of finance experience, with significant experience in operations finance. Preferred certifications include Certified Management Accountant (CMA) and Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Proficiency in financial controls, financial leadership, budgeting and forecasting, inventory management, cash handling, variance analysis, and cost optimization is essential.
Description
Role PurposeServe as the embedded finance business partner for Operations, providing financial leadership, strategic insights, and decision support to venue management teams while driving profitability and cost optimization across all entertainment destinations.Key AccountabilitiesOwn venue P&L performance by managing the financial results for assigned destinations, analyzing revenue streams (tickets, F&B, retail, attractions), monitoring operating costs, and driving actions to achieve EBITDA and profitability targetsProvide financial business partnering by serving as a trusted advisor to venue and operations managers, participating in operational planning discussions, translating financial data into actionable insights, and influencing decisions at the idea stage rather than just validating numbersAnalyze operational metrics by tracking key performance indicators including per capita spend, attendance versus forecast, revenue per visitor, labor cost ratios, and F&B margins, and recommending improvements to optimize performanceSupport budgeting and forecasting by collaborating with venue managers to develop accurate budgets and forecasts, incorporating seasonality patterns, event calendars, and operational capacity into financial plans, and providing variance analysis with corrective recommendationsDrive cost optimization by identifying opportunities to reduce operating costs without compromising guest experience, analyzing labor scheduling efficiency, monitoring vendor costs, and implementing cost control initiatives in partnership with operations leadershipEnsure financial controls by overseeing cash handling procedures at venues, monitoring inventory management and shrinkage, ensuring compliance with financial policies, and supporting internal and external audits of operational areasDevelop and lead the team by setting objectives for operations finance analysts, providing coaching and mentorship, and building a high-performing team that delivers value to the businessRequirementsEducation Level: Bachelor's Degree (minimum) Finance, Accounting, or Business AdministrationAdvanced Degree : MBA preferredProfessional Certifications:Certified Management Accountant (preferred)Certified Public Accountant (advantageous)Experience: Minimum Years of Relevant Experience 6-7 years in finance with significant