The Director of Planning & Analysis is responsible for driving strategy setting and operational planning and assessment of the company. The position provides advanced analyses of internal program and business development opportunities, implements robust processes and systems, and partners closely with company leaders to drive positive business performance.
Essential Functions:
Responsible for redefining hospitality at Graton Resort & Casino while living, supporting, and promoting our values.
Lead the P&A function and development of multi-year operating plans and set financial objectives and key metrics in conjunction with the CFO or President.
Lead, while driving efficiency and accuracy, full company planning cycles including the annual operating plan and monthly/quarterly P&L forecasting processes.
Lead and inspire a team of finance professionals to help them continue to learn and grow.
Partner with the executive leadership team to help translate business strategies and objectives into financial goals and outcomes that supports critical business planning, measures performance, reprioritizes, and steers organization to deliver on key initiatives.
Establish the appropriate infrastructure and cadence necessary to provide stakeholders with timely commentary and insights into KPI's and operational results.
Elevate and scale processes and systems for forecasting and modeling in order to expediently provide forward-looking financial guidance, support strategic product and growth investments, and drive other investment decisions.
Hire, onboard, train, counsel, discipline, evaluate and terminate department Team Members.
Requirements:
Ability to communicate effectively with Guests, Team Members and Management in both written and verbal form.
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or equivalent experience.
Seven (7) years' experience in P&A, investment banking, or management consulting, with a particular focus on financial modeling and forecasting short, medium and long-term plans.
Proven experience in scaling companies and supporting teams within a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex financial and operating data and communicate succinct conclusions and recommendations.
Ability to accurately frame and integrate strategic and tactical initiatives, anticipate future consequences and trends and collaborate effectively with senior leadership.
Ability to translate technical data capabilities to an operational and financial audience.
Demonstrated ability to manage, train and develop teams.
Systems proficiency generally and advanced proficiency in MS Excel.