Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis at Affinity Gaming

Were Growing!! Come join us! TheFinancial Planning & Analysis Teamserves as a centralized resource to conduct financial reporting as well as an analytical group that provides insights to internal stakeholders throughout the company. As a member of the Financial Planning & Analysis Team the Manager is an everyday partner of multiple departments at the Corporate and Business Units including Finance Operations Marketing IT Human Resources and Property Leadership.TheManagertackles analytical and operational inquiries by developing thoughtful incisive and thoroughly practical analyses and reports that inform decisions and support business needs. The Manager also oversees a team of analysts in delivering these high-caliber insights to executive and property leadership as well as providing tools for development. Results must be highly polished and suitable for internal and external presentation. The Manager Financial Planning & Analysis reports to the Vice President of FP&A.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESLead in the development of highly dynamic decision-informing models designed to support a rapidly evolving business. Subject areas include but are not limited to:Cash Flow ForecastingSlot machine and table game performanceLabor modeling and optimizationOperational forecastingBudgetingLong Range PlanningLead the annual budget and forecast process by working closely with senior executives and property leadership for the development of business plans.Support property Capital Expenditure process through strategic planning tracking of progress and maintenance of funds available for future projects.Develop and maintain standard reporting packages that effectively inform direct stakeholders on key business indicators.Prepare interpret and present analysis of monthly financial results and key issues with recommendations to property leaders and senior management.Proactively identify key business issues develop solutions delegate tasks and deliver insights to drive improvements.Oversee various processes to provide insights whether on a recurring or ad hoc basis and delivered to executive leadership with clear recommendations.Partner with the Technical Reporting team and Corporate Accounting to ensure consistency and alignment with business needs.Perform research and analyses to identify and quantify market trends.Mentor and guide direct reports through skills development opportunities and training exercises.Lead performance evaluations of direct reports and implement plans for further improvement.Generate ad hoc reporting as required.Other duties as assigned.EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:5 years of financial analysis experience and 1 year of people management experience preferred.Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting Mathematics or a related field required.Understanding of the casino and hospitality business.Strong experience with building and conducting Financial Operational Marketing Labor and ad hoc analyses. Foundational knowledge of accounting preferred.Strong experience working with and leading project teams with demonstrated success indicated by group interaction generating positive results.COMPUTER/TECHNICAL SKILLSExperience with financial reporting systems general ledger casino management procurement lodging and point of sale applications preferred.Advanced skill level with data analysis/visualization tools such as Microsoft Excel and Power BI.Experience with SQL programming and statistical analysis tools preferred.Highly proficient in all Microsoft Office applications.Business and Problem Solving Skills:Strong problem solving and analytical skills with a keen eye towards execution and resourcefulness that drives tangible results.Demonstrated capability to anticipate business needs synthesize data and develop solutions with an understanding of business dynamicsFast learner of business models programs and architectures.Can-Do attitude with willingness to develop foundational understandings and solutions.Able to maintain a consistently high level of objectivity as well as professionalism and respect.Quick Learner:Enthusiastic to apply aptitude to new learning experiences.Approaches challenges as learning opportunities not obstacles to success.Communication:Strong verbal and written communication skills.Able to translate simple inquiries into complex analyses that are translated back into simple and straightforward results.Comfortable presenting to executive and property leadership as well as external stakeholders.Leadership:Self-starter who is also capable of collaborating with other departments.Comfortable delivering solutions with limited direction and supervision while working in a complex and rapidly evolving business environment.EMPLOYEE BENEFITS INCLUDE:Health Dental Vision 401K PTO Employee Discount Network Meals Celebrations Awards and more....Position is NOT eligible for remote work. Must reside in Las Vegas.DISCLAIMER:Affinity Gaming is an E-Verify employerAdditional information regarding E-Verify can be found at job posting is intended to describe the general nature of this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required. Employee benefits may vary by location position length of service and employment status.Final candidates will be required to complete a drug test and background check. Many positions will require a state gaming license. Affinity Gaming is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race national origin gender age religion disability sexual orientation veteran status or marital status.Required Experience:Manager Key Skills Internal Audit,Financial Services,Financial Performance,Variance Analysis,Journal Entries,Account Management,ACH,Customer Accounts,General Ledger Accounts,Payroll,Customer Relationships,Financial Statements,Annual Reports Employment Type : Full-Time Department / Functional Area: Finance Experience: years Vacancy: 1