Director of Finance

About Us

Playland was designed to be an all-around entertainment destination for visitors, offering an amusement park, lake activities, a beach and swimming pool, dining, and breathtaking views of Long Island Sound from its boardwalks. Since 1928, guests of all ages have been making memories and special moments at Playland. That is nearly 100 years of history!

Position Summary

The Director of Finance has the important responsibility of overseeing all financial aspects of the business and driving the company's financial strategy and planning. This role requires assessing the financial performance of the company, establishing targets, developing budgets, and performing financial analysis.

The ideal candidate for this position will be a reliable professional with broad knowledge of accounting, financial, and business principles. They should also possess excellent communication skills, as well as outstanding interpersonal and leadership abilities.

The ultimate goal of the Finance Director is to guide the company toward profitability and long-term success.

The starting salary is $180,000 per year, and the salary, bonus, and benefits are commensurate with experience.

Responsibilities Include

• Prepare, examine, and analyze accounting records, financial statements, or other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards
• Retain constant awareness of the company’s financial position and act to prevent problems
• Set up and oversee the company’s finance IT system
• Set targets for and supervise accounting and finance personnel (management accountants, internal auditors etc.)
• Oversee all audit and internal control operations
• Develop, implement, modify, and document recordkeeping and accounting systems
• Compute taxes owed and prepare tax returns, ensuring compliance with payment, reporting, or other tax requirements
• Oversight of all aspects of accounts payable and payroll functions
• Prepare timely and detailed reports on financial performance on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis
• Conduct analysis to make forecasts and report to upper executives
• Ensure adherence to financial laws and guidelines
  
  

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience preferably in the high-volume hospitality industry, preferably in a Theme Park environment
• BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, or relevant field; MBA preferred
• A Certified Professional Accountant (CPA) certificate is required
• Proven experience as Director of Finance or a similar role
• In-depth knowledge of corporate finance and accounting principles, laws, and best practices
• Solid knowledge of financial analysis and forecasting
• Proficient in the use of MS Office and financial management software (e.g., SAP)
• An analytical mind with a strategic ability
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
• Maintain sensitivity to all the policies adopted and established by the Company.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding financial and any other information, when applicable
• Excellent interpersonal, customer service, communication, coaching, team building, and problem-solving skills
• Must be flexible to work extended hours due to business requirements, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and rapidly changing office/amusement park environment
  
  

Benefits

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, and paid time off.

Playland is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or genetic information.

Work Location: In person

Salary : $180,000