Financial Analyst, Associate

About the role

This role supports the Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Water Country USA parks through financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly financial reports and revenue adjustments
• Conduct month-end close processes, including P&L variance review and checkbook management
• Familiarize with revenue recognition processes and provide backup as needed
• Assist in the development and publishing of the annual operating budgets, long-range plans, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Partner with local divisional leaders across the two Williamsburg properties
• Provide analytical support for new business initiatives, ROI analysis, new attractions, and marketing and revenue campaigns
• Assist with projects related to expense analysis, including cost-saving initiatives
• Conduct ad hoc analysis as needed
• Report to and support the Manager of Finance
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field is preferred
• 1-3 years’ experience in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis required
• Knowledge of forecasting and financial modeling, including proficiency in acquiring, organizing, and analyzing large amounts of data
• Strong knowledge of forecasting, analytical thinking, and budgeting
• Advanced Excel skills, strong planning and scheduling, and financial planning
• Experience with Microsoft Power BI and/or Business Analytics tools is a plus
• Natural curiosity and inquisitiveness, and enjoy solving problems
• The ability to work in a team environment, in person and virtually, with a positive demeanor
• The capability to meet deadlines, handle multiple priorities, and perform job responsibilities accurately with minimal supervision

Pay

$20 USD per hour

Schedule

This is a traditional on-site role based at our Williamsburg office.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes
• Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401K Retirement plan
• Voluntary Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Legal Assistance Plan