Senior Manager, IT Finance & Labor Planning

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This position will work onsite in Miramar, Florida.

Position Summary:

The Senior Manager, Finance, Information Technology Operations, will lead all financial aspects of Information Technology Operations and the respective functions. In partnership with operational leaders, the Senior Manager will lead the financial business cases and processes for information security, infrastructure, commercial products, enterprise products and shipboard operations as well as influence strategic decisions. The Senior Manager will also support the operational management teams in the execution of their business objectives and strategic roadmaps through superior financial management and controllership and will work closely with leadership to oversee accurate and timely forecasting, reporting, and analysis of dynamic operations.

The position is expected to display considerable initiative, independent judgment, strategic thinking, excellent communication and leadership skills in performing financial activities such as planning and forecasting, analysis, contract negotiations, process reengineering, preliminary cost estimates, determination of capital vs. expense activities and governance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead the monitoring of the financial health of technology operations and provide frequent updates and reporting to C-suite level executives. Such operations include large programs and ship/shore operational activities under information security, infrastructure, commercial products, enterprise products and shipboard.
• Manage the team responsible for the development of financial business cases and strategic roadmaps. This includes building and substantiating business cases, and once approved, tracking financial spend and updating forecasts.
• Oversees creation and management of Information Technology’s operating budgets for 25+ cost centers across multiple countries and currencies.
• Advise management on financial initiatives and cost optimization opportunities, aligned with corporate and departmental strategies.
• Interact frequently with operational leadership to ensure strategic alignment, timely and accurate plans and forecasts.
• Actively participate in contract negotiations providing insights and valuable tactics to generate savings and efficiencies
• Ensure all operational aspects comply with Corporate policies and procedures, including proper treatment of expenses, contract approvals, etc.
• Provide support, guidance and training on the financial impacts of the ship and shore operating activities.
• Craft effective stories, present findings, and lead discussions that lead to a common understanding with partners and executives.
• Manage a team of internal / external professionals and be responsible for establishing clear priorities, while managing expectations in a high pace environment.
• Responsible for overseeing the results, timelines, deliverables, and budget of high-profile operations.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to the broader finance community within the corporation.
• Provide ad-hoc analyses to guide decision-making on design of future products.
• Ensure proper maintenance of internal controls, with emphasis on SOX controls
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• BS/BA degree in accounting, finance, business, analytics, or other relevant discipline related to the requirements of this position.
• MBA or advanced degree is a plus, CPA preferred.
• 8+ years in advanced business analysis and/or finance roles.
• Solid understanding of accounting rules for expense, deferred expense, and capital activities.
• Tech Finance or technology-related experience highly preferred.
• Solid understanding of Tech estimation activities and tools preferred.

Knowledge & Skills

• Proven leadership and management skills
• Excellent interpersonal and organization skills.
• Strong communications, ability to present confidently to senior leadership and cross functions.
• Able to synthesize results into concise written findings, create presentations, and communicate the strategic implications.
• Self-motivated and able to work effectively in a fast-paced culture.
• Strong analytical and critical/strategic thinking skills.
• Strong understanding of finance principles to lead management on strategic initiatives and guide analysis
• Strong financial modeling experience, including evaluating data and determining optimal ways to spend to accomplish company goals
• Ability to lead multiple teams effectively across multiple disciplines and levels of experience
• Able to work under tight timelines, prioritizing responsibilities as needed.
• Experience utilizing project plans, issue logs, and risk/mitigation strategies is preferred.
• Clear understanding of capital vs non-capital expenditures
• Accepts accountability and manages execution.
• Must have ability to adapt to shifting priorities and align activities to meet organizational goals.
• Experienced in Microsoft Excel, Word, & PowerPoint.
• Experience with Apptio and/or labor tracking applications is preferred.

We know there's a lot to consider. As candidates go through the application process, our recruiters will be glad to provide guidance and more relevant details to answer any additional questions. Thank you again for your interest in Royal Caribbean Group. We hope to see you onboard soon!

The position is not eligible for work authorization sponsorship.

Agency and Third-Party Submissions: Please note this is a direct search by the Company, and applications through agencies and other third parties will not be accepted, nor will fees be paid for unsolicited resumes. Any unsolicited resumes will be considered the Company's property.

It is the policy of the Company to ensure equal employment and promotion opportunities to qualified candidates without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, sexuality, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Royal Caribbean Group and each of its subsidiaries prohibit and will not tolerate discrimination or harassment.