JOB SUMMARY:

The Manager, Financial Strategy at UDX will serve as key partner to Sr Director, Financial Strategy to ensure seamless execution of high-priority strategic initiatives. This role bridges the gap between financial analysis and operational delivery by monitoring strategic milestones, modeling business cases and program development, and maintaining cross-functional communication. Role will be responsible for upholding project governance and providing the data-driven insights necessary to prioritize work in a dynamic environment.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategic Alignment & Execution

• Support Senior Director, Financial Strategy to drive execution of cross-functional workstreams key initiatives to ensure delivery that meets brand standards and budget.
• Monitor progress of strategic milestones and escalate risks or roadblocks.
• Continuously assess workstreams to ensure appropriate leadership, resources and execution capabilities are in place.

Strategic Analytics

• Partner with cross-functional teams to develop financial models and business cases for strategic initiatives and change orders.
• Conduct competitive and industry analysis to inform executive leadership on market dynamics in a rapidly evolving landscape.
• Lead “value vs effort” analysis to prioritize workstreams with highest strategic ROI.

Cross-Functional Communication

• Coordinate activities to ensure initiative(s) progress on schedule, accurately tracking program health and status through regular updates.
• Collaborate with matrixed organization of departmental representatives to outline milestones, establish work plans, responsibilities, scope and tracking strategies.

Governance

• Assist Senior Director, Financial Strategy in establishing governance processes for strategic initiatives, including documentation, approvals, and reporting.
• Assist Senior Director, Financial Strategy in developing change order process for strategic initiatives to manage, approve, and document changes to project scope, budget, and schedule
• Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Business Administration, Engineering, Political Science, Data Science, or related field required, MBA or Master’s preferred

EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ years of experience in Finance, Strategy, Consulting, Project Management, or other related fields.
• 1+ year of supervisory experience preferred

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Microsoft Office
  
  • Advanced PowerPoint
  • Advanced Excel
• Self-starter
• Intellectual curiosity
• Project management
• Strong knowledge of tourism and leisure industry
• Advanced financial modeling skills
• High emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; able to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities; able to synthesize data and insights into actionable strategies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to craft clear, compelling executive-level materials.
• Service-oriented mindset and proactive communication style; able to build relationships across departments and levels
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams, tracking deliverables, and maintaining accountability across complex workstreams.
• Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and shifting priorities in a dynamic environment
• Ability to work independently while maintaining alignment with broader strategic initiative goals and leadership expectations.
• Consistent attendance is a job requirement.

Your talent, skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.

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