Financial Analyst

About the Role and Employer

Busch Gardens offers a thrilling and enjoyable atmosphere, creating memorable experiences for visitors worldwide. Joining this team means being part of an exciting environment dedicated to exceptional guest service and positive impact. SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment is committed to animal care, having rescued over 39,000 animals, and seeks driven individuals looking for meaningful and impactful careers beyond typical jobs.

Role Overview

The Financial Analyst will support daily analytical operations across SeaWorld Entertainment (SEA), collaborating with various management levels at corporate and park locations. The role focuses on delivering critical financial analysis and decision-support to finance and strategy teams for park sites and SEA-wide projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate park pricing strategies and deliver relevant analytical insights.
• Analyze attendance trends by park location and product categories.
• Review per capita spending variances for admissions and in-park purchases company-wide.
• Support marketing efforts by providing analytical input on new promotional campaigns and initiatives.
• Assist in preparing materials for business unit strategy meetings.
• Conduct financial analysis with attention to macroeconomic and sector-specific trends.
• Contribute to the development of annual operating budgets and monitor expense variances for corporate departments.
• Manage special projects and undertake additional assignments as needed.

Qualifications and Skills

• A Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related business discipline is required.
• Minimum of two years of pertinent business experience, including financial planning, accounting, or business analysis.
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with key stakeholders throughout the organization.
• Excellent communication capabilities, both verbal and written.
• Proven skills in managing multiple projects simultaneously within a collaborative team environment.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other Office applications.

Employee Benefits

• Paid Floating Holidays and accrual-based Paid Time Off.
• Complimentary park admission tickets and passes for employees.
• Discounts on park food and merchandise.
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Voluntary insurance options including life and disability coverage.
• Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Legal Assistance Plan and Tuition Reimbursement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without discrimination based on age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability, or veteran status.