Tampa Bay Lightning

Tampa Bay Lightning

Financial Analyst

Tampa Bay Lightning - Manager
Tampa · FL
Accounting and Finance: Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable/Purchasing
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JOB SUMMARY  

The Financial Analyst will be a member of the Vinik Sports Group Finance Department who has a positive attitude, problem-solving skills and a collaborative mindset. They should be success driven and passionate about providing high level support to our organization. This individual will need to demonstrate a basic understanding of Financial principles in relation to Financial Planning & Analysis, Budgeting, Forecasting and Cash Flow Management. They must possess the ability to effectively communicate with members of the organization at all levels. They will be a critical participant in reoccurring and ad-hoc reporting, analysis and partnership with internal leaders pursuant to achieving metrics as aligned to the VSG financial goals. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Analyze historical and current financial data to understand corporate status 

  • Support corporate cash flow management functions including but not limited to cash flow reporting, banking administration and execution of external payments 

  • Active participation in reporting, analysis and mitigation of cash constraints 

  • Proactive review of current actuals with a view to forecasting future opportunities for success or variances to strategy 

  • Collaborate with internal department leaders on the formulation and implementation of annual budgets and forecasts 

  • Create and analyze dynamic reporting to assist department leads in strategic decision making 

  • Review processes to identify gaps and areas for improvement 

  • Coordinate with members of the finance, accounting and business teams to ensure accuracy of data 

  • Participate in ad-hoc projects or information accumulation as requested by management 

  • Other duties as assigned 

GAME/EVENT RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Game/Event Night responsibilities:  Yes 

  • Approximate number of events worked per year: 10-15 

QUALIFICATIONS 

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or the equivalent work experience 

  • 0-2 years of professional experience 

  • Advanced Excel skills as well as proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Word, Outlook, Power Point, etc) 

  • Experience working with multi-dimensional database technology (Prophix, Hyperion, Cognos, or equivalent), is preferred 

  • Ability to build strong working relationships and be a trusted advisor 

  • Excellent communication skills (oral and written); excellent analytical and abstract reasoning skills; excellent organization skills 

  • Proper handling of confidential matters and information 

  • Strong attention to detail 

  • Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines 

  • Desire to learn, adapt and drive forward new methodologies  

  • Able to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment as part of a team 

  • Embodiment of the foundational values VSG is built upon 

WORKING CONDITIONS 

  • Ability to work efficiently and effectively in office and arena environment that can be exciting, loud and distracting 

  • This is an onsite role; flexibility to work a minority of time remotely. 

  • Ability to work extended hours including late nights, holidays, and weekends as needed 

  • Ability to work prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. 

  • Ability to lift/carry/move up to 10lbs 

  • Ability to work in cold indoor temperatures 

  • Ability to use hands and fingers on office and mobile technology 

  • Ability to listen and speak on phone, in meetings, and in one-on-one conversations 

  • Ability to commute to various venues throughout the Greater Tampa Bay Area 

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.