Director, FP&A Systems & Insights

Vail Resorts Finance Team

Our mission is to create the Experience of a Lifetime for our employees, so they can, in turn, create the Experience of a Lifetime for our guests. We own and operate the most renowned destination resorts in the world as well as regional and local ski areas outside major cities, and connect them all through one unrivaled network. We are looking for ambitious leaders, innovators and creators to join our talented team. If you're ready to pursue your fullest potential, we want to get to know you! Candidates for year-round positions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the posting date, or until the position is filled (whichever is first).

Job Summary : The Vail Resorts Finance Team is committed to Building Leaders and Driving Value and supports a fast growing publicly traded company (NYSE : MTN) comprised of 42 best-in-class mountain resorts and regional ski areas across the U.S., Canada, Europe and Australia. This is a transformational time for the FP&A Systems & Insights team as we embark on a journey to modernize our financial planning and analysis capabilities by integrating advanced data visualization and AI technologies. As we reimagine how the FP&A organization interacts with the Planful system, we will enable greater efficiency, the ability to unlock deeper insights, and deliver a superior experience for our internal customers. The Director, FP&A Systems & Insights based in our Broomfield, Colorado headquarters, will lead the team responsible for Planful FP&A system administration and enterprise-wide financial reporting, including data visualization. Reporting to the Sr. Director of Corporate Finance, you will be pivotal in shaping the team's roadmap including system architecture design and the integration of AI and visualization tools. In this role, you will serve as a thought partner to senior leadership, championing the modernization of our data and reporting capabilities to enhance efficiency and deliver an exceptional internal customer experience.

Job Specifications : + Starting Wage : $150,000 - $175,000 + annual bonus + equity + Employment Type : Year Round + Shift Type : Full Time hours available + Minimum Age : At least 18 years of age + Housing Availability : No

Job Responsibilities : + Lead the administration, optimization, and long-term vision for the Company's cloud-based financial performance management platform, Planful. + Lead the reporting and data visualization initiative, delivering best-in-class dashboards and reporting suites for enterprise, divisional, and operational leaders. + Lead system architecture, process improvement, and long-term strategy for FP&A technology and reporting. + Build and develop a high-performing, collaborative team culture focused on innovation, stakeholder influence, and leadership development. + Own and maintain robust data governance, ensuring high data integrity, reporting quality, and timeliness.

Leadership Qualities : + Trusted partner : Integrates deep systems expertise with financial acumen to translate planning and reporting concepts into robust, scalable platform solutions that enable enterprise decision- making. + Leadership and Management : Demonstrate a proven ability to lead, develop, and motivate a team of high-performing finance professionals, embodying our core talent philosophy. + Learning agility : Thrive in complex environments, adept at tackling strategic business challenges and integrating innovative ideas and technologies with strong analytical rigor. + Emotional Intelligence : Understand and shape your impact on the team and stakeholders to achieve ambitious goals. + Ambition : Exhibit a drive to expand leadership responsibilities and overcome obstacles to create a significant impact in a competitive landscape

Job Requirements : + Bachelor's degree required; MBA or graduate degree in information systems, analytics or finance strongly preferred + 5+ years of experience in financial systems, reporting, or FP&A, with at least 3 years in a people leadership role + Experience overseeing financial planning applications (Planful or similar) + Advanced data visualization skills; experience in Power BI or Tableau preferred + Working knowledge of SQL and MDX + Familiarity with data preparation tools (e.g., Snowflake, Databricks, Tableau Prep, or Alteryx) + Demonstrated success in technology-driven transformation + Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills + Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities

Job Benefits : + Ski / Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons + MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles + 401(k) Retirement Plan + Employee Assistance Program + Excellent training and professional development Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus : + Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours) + Free ski passes for dependents + Critical Illness and Accident plans

Vail Resorts offers a 'Hybrid' work environment for Broomfield-based roles where employees must live within 50 miles of the Broomfield office and work on-site Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and have flexibility to work off-site on Mondays and Fridays. Please note that the ability to work in person or off-site, and the particulars related to such work, are subject to change at any time; and, accordingly, the Company reserves the right to change its policies and / or require in-person / in-office work or off-site work at any time in its sole discretion.