Manager, Cost- Project Hire

Universal Orlando Resort; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Orlando Resort is seeking a Finance Analyst to perform financial analysis, reporting, and budgeting for an operational area. You will prepare journal entries, write reports, review variances, and partner with operators to drive financial performance.

Responsibilities include month-end closures, cost analysis, and preparing monthly variance reports for executive leadership, with a focus on forecasting and budgeting accuracy.

Qualifications

• Microsoft Office proficiency (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Clear communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Able to meet deadlines
• Forecasting and budgeting experience
• Financial analysis and variance commentary
• Understand accounting principles
• Experience in staff supervision
• Proficiency in advanced Excel formulas/charts
• Strong math and statistics aptitude
• Ability to present to executives
• Knowledge of cost accounting
• Experience with project management
• Awareness of current industry trends
• Commitment to accessibility and attendance policies

Responsibilities

• Perform month-end duties including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Review net income statements and variance analysis with commentary.
• Assist in annual budgets and quarterly estimates, including headcount planning.
• Prepare and present monthly variance reports to executives.
• Analyze costs and identify efficiency opportunities.
• Support EH&S responsibilities per company policy.
• Collaborate with operating divisions and respond to ad hoc analyses.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication

Organization skills

Meeting deadlines

Forecasting

Budgeting

Analytical thinking

Planning & scheduling

Accounting research

Accounting principles

Staff supervision

Decision making

Solution development

Financial planning

Financial/Business analysis

Advanced Excel

Math & statistics

Executive-level presentation

Cost accounting

Project management

Current industry trends

Disability accommodation awareness

Attendance reliability

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

None specified

Job description

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 Planning
• 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.

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