The IT Procurement / Financial Analyst will analyze Wynn Las Vegas IT cost structure and financial projections, while identifying and quantifying opportunities for synergy and cost savings. This position is responsible for preparing and managing the annual IT finance budgets (Capital & Operating), bench marking IT costs internally and externally and helps manage capital expenses in accordance with annual plan commitments. Works closely with the IT Senior Leadership Team, including the CIO.
Roles and responsibilities for the IT Procurement / Financial Analyst:
Background in procurement and financialsCompile and analyze financial information for the IT organizationWorks closely with Finance Accounts Payable and General Ledger teams. Reports financial status with IT Senior Leadership to include the CIO. Create, maintain and continually evaluate the annual IT financial budget. Accumulate annual plan data in the creation of the budget. Ensure consistency in budget preparation and staffing estimates. Review purchase requisitions and invoices for compliance with the established budget and forecast. Prepare monthly forecast reporting. Moderate monthly forecast meetings.Utilize knowledge of IT budgets and expenditures to provide recommendations to IT Leadership for synergies, headcount/staffing review and cost savings. Responsible for tracking the progress of cost improvement projects throughout the yearConduct monthly internal and external benchmarking cost analyses between IT vendors, cost categories and departments to identify best practices and potential cost savingsManage capital and expense projects in accordance with annual plan commitments. Monitor capital purchases and associated depreciation costsProvide support for ongoing ad hoc financial analysis and research for IT leadershipQualificationsEXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate will possess the following skills, experiences and qualifications
Previous experience compiling and analyzing budgets/forecasts preferredIndustry experience is preferredStrong use of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint) and Sharepoint in preparing documents, spreadsheets, charts / graphs and presentationsPrevious experience using Peoplesoft, Material Management System (MMS) and/or BirchstreetProven abilities to take initiative and be innovativeAnalytical mind with a problem-solving aptitudeStrong financial analysis skills3-5 years of financial analysis or accounting experiencePERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
The ideal candidate will possess the following performance and personal characteristics:
Track record of success influencing without direct authority and balancing between competing priorities while remaining flexible and creative.Strong ability to build and strengthen team engagement and align resources to strategy, key tactics and measures; proven ability to establish clear aligned goals and objectives with a timely feedback loop.Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work up, down and across organizational levels. The ideal candidate will have a direct, but tactful communication style.Strong business acumen and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to assess current practices, identify opportunities for improvement, build consensus and drive the implementation of related changes.EDUCATION & TRAINING
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business or a related field, or equivalent years of related work experience required
Additional InformationWynn Resorts is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Wynn Resorts does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.