DIRECTOR, FINANCIAL PLANNING & ANALYSIS

Where passion meets opportunity The best of your adventures is the one you have yet to sail! Your Purpose MSC Cruises, the world's third largest cruise line brand, is expanding its Finance and Accounting team in the USA.
Reporting to the SVP, Finance and Accounting, the Director, FP&A, is an integral role for leading new business initiatives, strategic planning and modelling, as well as having full responsibility for analysis of certain aspects of the P&L, including forecasting, budgeting and Ad Hoc analysis related to those line items.
This position works cross-functionally, with multiple department senior leaders within the broader MSC Cruise Division organization (local and global), acting as both a business owner and the primary finance resource for decision making related to their areas of ownership.
This is a hybrid position requiring 3 days per week in the office, in Miami.
Your Impact * Integral finance lead on the budget, forecast and strategic planning process related to certain aspects of the P&L * Lead Commercial financial topics, such as Commissions forecast, control and analysis, Channel P&L Economics.
* Responsibility for certain SG&A natures for the cruise organization (forecasting, variance analysis, and opportunities / initiatives) * Performs ongoing financial analysis of certain aspects of P&L to assess performance vs.
budget and forecast, and identifies opportunities for improvement * Builds dynamic financial models and provides financial support for special projects as directed by senior management * Responsible for ensuring financials (actuals, budget, and forecast) are delivered on time and accurately, with sound assumptions developed for any forecasted items in conjunction with cross-functional teams within the organization * Complete ad hoc analyses and investigation into current processes, develop improvement proposals, and implement initiatives when necessary Your Journey so far * University degree in Business, Economics, Finance or a related field * 10+ years of relevant finance experience (FP&A, P&L Business partner, Commercial Finance) as well as experience managing direct reports * Entrepreneurial mindset with desire to learn and work on challenging tasks and projects * Strong analytical, organizational and excel skills, including experience with building sustainable financial forecasting models from scratch * Familiarity with SAP and PBI are an asset * Highly proficient with MS Office applications.
Must be an advanced user in Excel with in-depth knowledge of advanced formulas, charting, and model structuring * Excellent written and verbal communication skills and an ability to communicate effectively and professionally with all levels of the organization through various forms (oral presentation, PowerPoint, etc.) * Ability to function effectively in a team environment and independently * Highly self-motivated and a self-starter, operating with autonomy * Ability to meet tight deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy Your Essentials * US Passport or US Permanent Resident * MSC Cruises is an E-Verify employer MSC Cruises USA is an equal opportunity employer that complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules and regulations.
It is our policy to employ and promote qualified candidates without discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, age, origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.
Our hiring decisions are based solely on merit, qualifications and business needs.
Our commitment We are committed to building a future that values diverse perspectives, embraces the world beyond borders, and fosters an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued, respected and empowered to be their authentic selves.
Our commitment extends to taking meaningful, measurable actions that have a long-term positive impact on our guests, our employees and our planet.
Ready to turn your passion into something extraordinary? Join us at MSC Cruises, where new opportunities await.
Apply today to be part of a global team that is pushing boundaries and achieving something remarkable.
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