Property Support Center - Senior Financial Analyst

Our story began 75 years ago when the Herschend family discovered wonder deep in an Ozark Mountain cave—and chose to share it with the world. Today, Herschend is the largest family-held themed attractions company, with over 40 leading attractions and immersive experiences that reach audiences worldwide.

While each brand offers something unique, all are united by a shared purpose: Bringing Families Closer Together by Creating Memories Worth Repeating®. Our passionate hosts make this purpose possible through everyday acts of love and service—what we call Heartspitality®—the intersection of heart and hospitality.

As an equal-opportunity employer, we strive to provide environments where every host, guest, and partner feel welcome, valued, and loved. We firmly believe that words and actions matter, which is why all individuals are to be treated equally and with respect. 

The Senior Financial Analyst supports the budgeting, financial planning, reporting and forecasting processes. Work directly with the individual business units of the Company to ensure accuracy and standardization of the Company’s financial forecasts, reports and budgets. Analyze operational and financial data/metrics in order to provide insightful analysis to drive management actions. The Senior Analyst will be responsible for the key areas of the FP&A including:
1. Strategic Insights
2. Business Partnerships
3. Integrated Planning & Financial Modeling
4. Data Drive Analytics and Decision Making

***Please Note***
This role may be based on location at any Herschend property or at a Herschend Property Support Center office.

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Property Support Center - Senior Financial Analyst

Roles & Responsibilities:

 

Roles & Responsibilities:

Strategic Insights

• Develop and communicate information using insightful financial models, forecasts, and ad hoc
• analyses to guide planning and decision making
• Collaborate with various levels of leadership and business partners to align financial strategies
• and decisions with organizational goals
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the company’s key operational drivers and identify areas of opportunity supported by financial models and metrics 
• Provide timely and relevant financial information to support decisions for both short-term objectives and long-term growth
• Demonstrate a sense of industrial curiosity and a broad comprehension of how internal and external factors influence and impact business performance

Business Partnerships

• Create strong relationships with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with business objectives
• Act as an advisor to leadership and business partners offering financial expertise and insights
• Work with partners to streamline business processes, establish and enhance KPIs, and budgeting and forecasting
• Collaborate with operational leaders to understand financial needs, team objectives, and long-term opportunities within each business and provide support to reach those goals

Integrated Planning and Financial Modeling

• Participate in the development and maintenance of comprehensive financial models and reports to support strategic planning and decision making
• Leverage data analytics to provide actionable insights to leadership and business partners
• Identify and implement enhancements to financial reporting and processes for increased accuracy and efficiency
• Ensure alignment between budgets, forecasts, and strategic plans by supporting integrated financial models with FP&A Leadership
• Support the annual budgeting and periodic forecast processes including the analysis of performance and presentation of results

Data-Driven Analytics and Decision Making

• Support and improve upon data-driven decision-making processes by utilizing variance analysis, statistical analysis, and financial models
• Lead periodic business review meetings and create data visualizations tailored to deliver relevant narratives based on target audience needs
• Participate in benchmarking studies to identify potential areas of operational enhancements and examine market trends to make informed actionable recommendations
• Generate precise and timely financial review packages, periodic forecast, and yearly budget

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business or Finance 
• 3+ years experience in corporate finance department within the Budget or FP&A function.  Excellent Microsoft Excel skills and understanding of financial statements.  
• Proficiency with MS Power BI and Workday ERP with Adaptive Planning are a plus.
   

Desired Competencies

• Communication – Highly developed interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, including presentation skills; ability to communicate clearly, concisely and persuasively with a wide range of diverse personnel
• Leadership – Inspire others to achieve results, establish credibility throughout the organization 
• Problem Solving/Analysis – Define problems, research and collect data, draw valid conclusions and execute remedial strategies in a timely manner 
• Project/Program Management –  Understand and manage projects and programs from concept to completion.  Develop and achieve strategic objectives, plans and time schedules; organize and manage competing priorities, while maintaining a steadfast commitment to detail
• Flexibility – Handle multiple priorities simultaneously; maintain a flexible work schedule to meet changing demands for multiple concurrent projects
• Initiative and Adaptability – Take initiative and execute plans to accomplish strategic objectives in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Computer Proficiency –  MS Office Suite, Excel, Outlook, and Business Intelligence tools
   

Team member benefits: