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SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment Corporate

VP, Financial Planning & Analysis

SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment Corporate, Orlando, Florida, us, 32885


What you get to do:

The

Vice President, Financial Planning & Analysis

is an integral position of leadership in the company's financial management and will work closely with the Executive Team and other senior leaders to execute the Companies continued high growth strategy. This role will lead the Corporate Financial Planning and Analysis ("FP&A") function, which plays a key role in the company's financial planning, financial reporting, long-range forecasting, and budgeting functions, as well as other special projects.

Ensure consistent monthly, quarterly, and annual communication of results, forecasts and action plans to BOD, executive management, department heads, and investors

Manage the company P&L to ensure we meet and achieve external reporting guidance metrics and ensure leadership has visibility into risks and opportunities

Lead process to develop and publish standard reporting packages for the various levels of management reporting

Identify and monitor significant business trends and variances to plan in revenue, expenses, headcount, capital, balance sheet and cash flow items. Alert senior leadership to issues and provide proactive and insightful observations and suggestions for improvement

Oversee performance management activities by developing and tracking key metrics, allowing management to monitor the efficiency and effectiveness of operations and react to exceptions or changes in trends

Drive continuous improvement of the FP&A organization to allow faster response and a deeper level of analysis

Complete special and ad-hoc projects as requested to support business needs.

What it takes to succeed:

15+ years of progressive corporate finance, FP&A, or operating finance experience, with a minimum of 10 years of management/leadership experience in a dynamic, fast-paced, working environment

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting or other quantitative field; advanced degree (MBA, etc) a plus; relevant industry certifications such as CPA also a plus

Proven track record of creative problem solving and change management

Strong leading, coaching, analytic, and influencing skills

Proven history of working with and effectively influencing executive management

Experience as a hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves, player-coach with the ability to influence and engage direct and indirect reports, and peers alike

Energetic, flexible, collaborative, and proactive attitude, coupled with flawless execution skills

Exceptional written, verbal, interpersonal, and presentation skills

Positive, can-do mindset

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