Global Financial Planning & Analysis Manager (contract)

Job Summary

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic Finance Team that serves as a critical business partner managing all global activities related to financial performance, accounting, tax, forecasting, risk management, and asset management. Reporting to the Director of Global FP&A, this role plays a pivotal part in leading the company's enterprise-wide financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly forecasting process and maintain financial models for global RevPAR and Franchised hotels.
• Conduct analyses of financial performance, identifying trends and drivers that impact enterprise-wide performance, with a focus on RevPAR and the Franchise segment.
• Support the annual budgeting and related year-over-year analysis for global RevPAR and Franchised hotels.
• Support global oversight of forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis of Franchise Fees, Management Fees, and the Ownership segment.
• Develop strong relationships with Analytics, Accounting, Development, Operations Finance, and other team members to foster a collaborative environment.
• Develop and mentor one direct report, fostering their professional growth.
• Drive continuous improvements in processes and reporting capabilities to enhance financial insights.
• Support monthly enterprise forecasting and the monthly roll-up of forecasts, including preparation of the Monthly Business Review, which includes presentation of key performance indicators and forecast/actuals variance analysis.
• Support quarterly forecasting and prepare accompanying materials for the Quarterly Business Review, Earnings Release, and Board of Directors' Financial Update.

Skills

• Strong financial modeling and analytical skills with the ability to work with large datasets.
• Proficiency in variance analysis and financial performance reporting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build cross-functional relationships.
• Ability to manage and mentor direct reports effectively.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Proficiency in Oracle SmartView and Hyperion Essbase or similar planning software is a plus.

Experience

• 5+ years of professional experience in Financial Planning and Analysis, Analytics, or equivalent experience is required.
• 3+ years of experience building financial models and completing variance analysis is required.

Pay

The Pay Rate Range for this role is 50 - 55 USD hourly.