Sr Financial Analyst

Job Description

Responsibilities

Each day Universal Studios Hollywood creates unforgettable experiences for our guests from around the world. We bring to life the ultimate Hollywood experience with our real working movie studio and heart-pounding rides, shows and attractions that put you inside some of the world's most popular movies and TV shows. USH offers something for everyone from thrill seekers to movie lovers to family fun for all ages. Our Team Members are passionate individuals who create memorable moments whether it's on the studio lot, or in our conference rooms, theaters, or kitchens. We believe in the talent of our team members. It's our passion and commitment to excellence that drives our business to succeed in everything we do across the park. We believe in a culture of family and fun, here you can make a difference and build your career!

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Job Description

The Senior Financial Analyst for the CityWalk Finance team will play a pivotal role in supporting the financial planning, reporting, and analysis of Food & Beverage venues within CityWalk. The Senior Financial Analyst will assist with revenue forecasting, impact of menu prices and product-mix, food product cost, labor variables, and budgeting. In this position, you will have an exciting opportunity to partner with operations and finance to drive results in a fast-paced, results-driven food and beverage line of business.

Job Duties:
• Prepare annual operating plan, monthly forecasts, monthly position update, and latest estimates
• Perform monthly close and prepare monthly performance packages for department management with budget variances
• Perform in-depth analytical, operational, and budget analyses on actual financial performance versus budgeted targets and versus key business drivers
• Strengthen controls to ensure a ''no surprises'' environment. Leverage relationships with operating partners to optimize efficiencies and influence behavior
• Prepare weekly/monthly performance packages for senior management addressing budget variances
• Partner with operational management and the finance team to develop key operational/financial metrics, improve current financial processes, make recommendations to optimize efficiencies and influence decisions
• Benchmark best practices in other theme parks/hospitality companies and assess opportunity for implementing at USH
• Help execute on ad-hoc requests
• Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in business/accounting/finance or related field
• Minimum 2 years of Finance experience with progression
• Excellent analytical abilities are required, including advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Requires excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with and influence a wide spectrum of stakeholders

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. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $75,000-$85,000

Desired Characteristics:
• Resourceful problem solver, with the ability to prioritize and create approaches to meet required objectives
• SAP, BPC, and/or Microstrategy knowledge a plus
• Demonstrate leadership values and ability to develop and participate in diverse/cross-functional teams
• Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment
• Ability to maintain a big picture perspective as well as be detail-oriented is essential

Additional Information

NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.

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