Manager, Cost- Project Hire

NBC Universal; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Orlando is seeking a Manager, Cost- Project Hire to perform financial analysis, budgeting and reporting for a defined operational area. This role requires strong Excel skills and the ability to coordinate with operating divisions and executive leadership.

The position involves month-end close, variance analysis, and cost optimization initiatives, with responsibilities spanning ad hoc analytics and maintenance of spend codes.

Qualifications

• AA degree is required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 3+ years relevant Finance experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform month-end duties including journal entries, reconciliations and reports in a timely manner.
• Review net income statements and perform variance analysis with commentary to identify risks and opportunities.
• Evaluate all costs and assist in annual operating budgets and quarterly estimates (LEs).
• Maintain active relationships with operating divisions; prepare and present monthly variance reports to executive leadership.
• Complete ad hoc analysis and assist with charge codes for spend.
• Participate in EH&S responsibilities per policy.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Meet deadlines

Forecasting

Budgeting

Analytical thinking

Planning

Scheduling

Accounting research

Accounting principles

Staff supervision

Decision making

Financial analysis

Advanced Excel

Math & statistics

Executive presenting

Cost accounting

Project management

Current industry trends

Disability accommodation

Attendance reliability

Education

Associate’s degree (AA)

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Advanced Excel (Formulas, Charts)

Job description

We are currently looking for exceptional candidates to fill positions in the below categories.

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Manager, Cost- Project Hire

Job no: 668756
Work type: Regular (Full-Time)
Location: Orlando
Categories: Finance, Orlando - Professional Generic

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 reconciliations, data requests and financial reports in compliance with UDX timelines.
• Review and analyze net income financial statements, perform a detailed variance analysis against the budget/latest estimate, and provide commentary, including feedback on potential risks and opportunities.
• 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) including headcount.
• Maintain an active relationship with Operating division. Prepare and present monthly variance reports to executive leadership. Analyze performance metrics and identify areas to improve. Recommend solutions to manage within budgets.
• Complete ad hoc analysis, respond to emails timely and accurately and assist the business in providing relevant charge codes for spend.
• Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities (KSAs) required.

• 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/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.

EDUCATION:

• Associate’s degree (AA) is required.
• Bachelor’s degree is preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

• 3+ years relevant Finance experience required.

Your talent, skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.

Universal is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Universal Orlando via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from Universal Orlando HR/Recruitment will be deemed the sole property of Universal Orlando. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Universal Orlando as a result of the referral or through other means.

Advertised: Oct 29 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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