Manager, Global Gaming FP&A

The Global Gaming Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager will be primarily responsible for managing all planning and forecasting activities for Global Gaming (GG), across all brands. This will include revenue forecasting, expense management, and capital planning; as well as enhancing GG operating model. The position will also be involved in GG monthly performance reviews, enhancing our existing reports and providing insightful schedules to support continuous improvement decisions at GG.

Critical to this role is having great people management skills and leadership to empower its direct analyst report and create an optimal working environment to allow the FP&A team to thrive, provide meaningful value and be seen as a trusted partner group to support Global Gaming growth.

Essential Functions:

• Lead in the preparation and submission of annual planning activities & ongoing forecasts for Senior Leadership.
• Provide leadership and direction to an analyst, fostering a high-performance work environment that promotes productivity, accountability, and a culture of continuous improvement.
• Lead monthly performance reviews for the Global Gaming business to analyze trends, key performance indicators (KPIs), and business results. Identify opportunities for continued growth and improvement. Present findings to Directors and above, serving as the foundation for several cross-functional action items across the organization.
• Manage Capital Monthly reviews and creation of CARs, including CAR Analysis Report and managing the CAR tool
• Assist with special and ad-hoc projects as required including process improvements and automation, improvement in reporting capabilities, and expense tracking/analytics

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; effective project and time management skills; must be able to multi-task and prioritize.
• Leadership and management skills, creating the optimal work environment to maximize FP&A Analyst productivity and satisfaction
• For all roles:
• Knowledge: Understanding of workplace policies and procedures / Familiarity with team collaboration tools and techniques.
• Skills: Strong time management and organizational skills
• Abilities: Ability to maintain reliable and consistent attendance / Capacity to be punctual and meet deadlines / Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and work as part of a team / Demonstrated professionalism in all interactions and tasks.

Qualifications:

• BS/MA in Finance, Business, Accounting, or Economics - MBA is a plus
• 5+ years of experience in a related position
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Power Point, experience with IBM Cognos (TM1), Oracle Financial Systems and Tableau required. Power Apps/BI and SQL a plus.
• CPA and/or GAAP knowledge is a plus

Work Conditions:

• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
• This position is classified as "in-office." As an in-office role, it requires employees to work from a designated Carnival office in South Florida Monday through Thursday each week. Employees may work from their homes on Fridays.
• Candidates must be located in (or willing to relocate to) the Miami/Ft. Lauderdale area.

Total Rewards Package:

• All non-sales roles participate in an annual cash bonus program, while sales roles have an incentive plan.
• Director and above roles may also be eligible to participate in Carnival's discretionary equity incentive plan.
• Comprehensive and innovative benefits to meet your needs, including:
• Health Benefits: Cost-effective medical, dental and vision plans
• Employee Assistance Program and other mental health resources
• Additional programs include company paid term life insurance and disability coverage
• Financial Benefits: 401(k) plan that includes a company match
• Employee Stock Purchase plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays - All full-time and part-time with benefits employees receive days off for 8 company-wide holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays to be taken at the employee's discretion.
• Vacation Time - All full-time employees at the manager and below level start with 14 days/year; director and above level start with 19 days/year.
• Part-time with benefits employees receive time off based on the number of hours they work, with a minimum of 84 hours/year.
• Sick Time - All full-time employees receive 80 hours of sick time each year.
• Part-time with benefits employees receive time off based on the number of hours they work, with a minimum of 60 hours each year.
• Other Benefits: Complementary stand-by cruises, employee discounts on confirmed cruises, plus special rates for family and friends
• Personal and professional learning and development resources including tuition reimbursement
• On-site Fitness center at our Miami campus

About Us:

Carnival Corporation & plc is the world's largest leisure travel company, our mission to deliver unforgettable happiness to our guest through our diverse portfolio of leading cruise brands and island destinations, including Carnival Cruise Line, Holland America Line, Princess Cruises, and Seabourn in North America and Australia; P&O Cruises and Cunard Line in the United Kingdom; AIDA in Germany; Costa Cruises in Southern Europe.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Carnival Corporation & plc and Carnival Cruise Line is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. In this regard, it does not discriminate against any qualified individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, mental, physical or sensory disability, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state, federal, and/or international law.

References:

• https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/eppac.pdf
• https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/fmlaen.pdf