Manager, Cost (UDX – Finance/Admin)
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Job no: 647016
Work type: Regular (Full-Time)
Location: Orlando
Categories: Finance
Universal Orlando Resort believes in-person collaboration is key to our success. Many of our Team Members work in a hybrid capacity, contributing from the workplace a minimum of three days per week. There are also roles that require being on-site full time. Limited remote opportunities may be available within specific departments. You’ll learn more about this during the recruitment process.
JOB SUMMARY:
Perform financial analysis, reporting and budgeting for a specific operational area through a range of applications including journal entries, report writing and review variance commentary and partnership with operators.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform all month-end duties including but not limited to journal entries, blackline reqs, data requests and financial reports in compliance with UDX timelines.
- Complete and/or audit financial reports that summarize divisional financial comparisons in the areas of labor, non-labor, allocations in/out.
- Evaluate all costs incurred throughout the year, looking for ways to reduce cost and find efficiencies. Assist Leader in the development of annual operating budgets and quarterly estimates (LE’s).
- Process all invoices, complete necessary journal entries, respond to emails timely and accurately, monitor and track project spend/actuals.
- Maintain an active relationship with Operating division. Prepare and present monthly variance reports. Analyze performance metrics and identify areas to improve. Recommend solutions to manage within budgets.
- Prepare and coordinate special project/event budgets. Make recommendations regarding operational decisions related to those projects.
- Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UDX policy, procedures, training, and team member involvement activities.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION:
- Associate’s degree (AA) is required.
- Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
EXPERIENCE:
- 3+ years relevant Finance experience required.
- 1+ year supervisory experience preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- Microsoft Office
- Ability to Communicate Clearly
- Organization Skills
- Ability to Meet Deadlines
- Forecasting
- Budgeting
- Analytical Thinking
- Planning and Scheduling
- Accounting Research
- Knowledge of Accounting Principles
- Staff Supervision
- Decision Making Skills
- Solution Development
- Financial Planning
- Financial/Business Analysis
- Advanced Excel (Formulas, Charts)
- Proficient in Math and Statistics
- Presentation, Speaking at Executive Level
- Cost Accounting
- Project Management
- Current Industry Trends
- Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Consistent attendance is a job requirement.
Your talent, skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.
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