Sr. Director, Financial Planning & Analysis

POSITION OVERVIEW

As the Senior Director of Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) for Sky Zone, you will play a crucial role in guiding the organization’s financial strategy. You will oversee a team of financial analysts, drive budgeting, forecasting and reporting processes, and deliver insightful financial analysis to support strategic decision-making across the entire organization. Your leadership will be essential in optimizing financial performance and supporting the company's growth initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in financial planning and analysis, preferably in a multi-unit or multi-location environment.
• Strong leadership and team management skills with a proven track record of developing high-performing teams.
• Expert level excel user with extensive experience in financial modeling, data analysis and predictive modeling, and capability to train others in Excel proficiency.
• Expertise in data analytics tools and techniques, database management, and reporting systems (Netsuite (ERP & FP&A), Power BI, Tableau, Snowflake).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and drive innovation within the organization.
• Ability to travel up to 10% on an as needed basis.

Additional Skills:

• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and quality.
• Collaborative approach, with the ability to work effectively across departments.
• Strategic thinker, capable of contributing to the broader business strategy.
• Manage, mentor, and lead a team of analysts, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning.
• Recruit, train, and develop team members to ensure they have the skills and resources necessary for success.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Planning & Analysis:

• Work cross functionally to drive and lead the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes, ensuring accuracy and alignment with strategic goals.
• Develop financial models to support business decisions, including revenue forecasting, expense management, and capital investment analysis.
• Analyze financial performance and prepare reports on key metrics to support strategic initiatives.
• Creation of operational tools to be used by Park Leaders to run their business more efficiently
• Analyze all park trends (top line and costs) and create tools for cost control and labor forecasting.
• Coordinate with relevant teams to analyze and optimize capital expenditures, ensuring strategic allocation of resources.

Partnership with Accounting:

• Collaborate closely with the Accounting departmentto ensure alignment on financial reporting and compliance.
• Coordinate month-end and year-end closing activitieswith Accounting to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Integrate financial planning and accounting systemsto streamline data flow and enhance reporting capabilities.

Strategic Support:

• Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to provide financial insights and recommendations that drive business decisions.
• Support M&A activities by conducting financial due diligence and integration planning.
• Evaluate business opportunities and potential risks, providing actionable insights to senior management.

Reporting and Insights:

• Develop and maintain reporting systems to provide timely and accurate financial information to internal and external stakeholders.
• Create dashboards and presentations for executive leadership, highlighting key financial metrics and business insights.
• Ensure data integrity and consistency across all financial reports and systems.

Process Improvement:

• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement solutions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Drive automation of FP&A processes to improve accuracy and reduce cycle time.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in financial planning and analysis.

Team Leadership

• Manage and mentor a team of financial analysts, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
• Recruit, train, and develop team members, ensuring they have the skills and tools necessary for success.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Position requires employee to sit or stand at desk for extended periods of time while working on a computer.

Compensation: $150-170k plus bonus based on qualifications, experience, and performance. Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401k with company match.

Sky Zone is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.