Job Description

Fpa Senior Manager / Director

Level99 is a real-world gaming venue designed for adults, featuring over 50 mental and physical challenges in artistic environments. Games range from ninja warrior obstacle course style challenges to mental logic puzzles, and everything in between. Each challenge is quickjust 1 to 4 minutesand Players can do the same room over and over again, or they can move on to something new. Like a video game, Players earn rewards, climb the leaderboard, and make progress each time a Player comes back, the game remembers where they left off.

Alongside the games, Level99 offers a full-service bar and award-winning restaurant featuring scratch-cooking, local craft beers, handmade cocktails, and a variety of event spaces. Level99 has locations in Natick, MA, Providence, RI, Tysons, VA, and is opening in West Hartford, CT, and Disney Springs, FL. Level99 is backed by Act III Holdings, led by Panera founder Ron Shaich, and we have a talented team that has worked on successful entertainment projects ranging from 5 Wits to Walt Disney Imagineering. Visit for more details.

Reporting to the VP of Finance, the FP&A Senior Manager / Director will play a critical role in supporting Level99's growth objectives by leading projects across the business and generating insights that will enable the company to achieve its operating goals and growth ambitions. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to add a financial lens on key decisions, enhance operational efficiency, and lead strategic initiatives. Given Level99's ambitious development plans, this role is a unique opportunity whereby this person will see their impact across the entire business.

The FP&A Senior Manager / Director is passionate about getting the details right, anticipating team members and management needs, and advancing the Level99 brand. A Level99 leader has honesty and personal integrity that is above reproach, prefers a joyful and positive approach to challenging situations, chooses humility over the need to be right, and in all things acts as though they are the Owner and Operator of each Level99 venue.

Responsibilities

• Support / Lead the development of financial models, forecasts, and budgets within the company's strategic planning activities.
• Partner with teams across the business to create standardized reporting / insights, as well as ad-hoc analyses, to be used for a wide range of stakeholders including the Board of Directors
• Independently lead key strategic projects with minimal manager oversight while working cross-functionally with senior leaders across the organization ensuring alignment with business objectives along the way.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to accurately assess Level99's positioning within the market and inform business decision making
• Be a Level99 storyteller create presentations for key stakeholders including the Board of Directors, landlords, and potential investors that generates excitement for the brand and accurately conveys Level99's progress and goals
• Identify opportunities for operating efficiencies and savings, continuously relooking at the business model to find opportunities to improve financial performance
• Present research and analyses across the organization, tailoring your communication style to the representative audience
• Support cash flow planning, period-end closing, and other recurring operating activities with the Finance & Accounting teams
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and internal policies.
• Special projects, and other duties, as assigned.

Must-Have Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in finance (eg Investment Banking, Equity Research, or Restaurant / Retail FP&A) or relevant strategy / consulting roles
• Deep understanding of restaurant / retail / entertainment economics / operating models - the ability to become an expert in the operational and financial data behind Level99
• Strong background in financial statements including Income Statement, Balance Sheet, and Statement of Cash Flow
• Demonstrated success in generating budgets, analyzing P&L results, and reporting financials
• An entrepreneurial desire to learn what makes Level99 tick the ability to ask great questions to uncover new insights about Level99
• Expert project management, juggling many projects and to-do-list items at once, prioritizing and pivoting for the highest need
• An intense focus on the little details to ensure the highest level of quality / rigor in solutioning and presenting insights
• Strong financial modeling, analytical, and problem-solving skills with a deep understanding of financial statements and performance metrics.
• Proficiency in financial analysis tools and presentation software (e.g., Excel, Powerpoint, Think-Cell) and experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, AWS Quicksight) is preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively present complex financial information to stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven track record of leading teams through cross-functional projects, driving change, and delivering results in a fast-paced environment.
• A positive, joyful, upbeat and energetic attitude leading by example.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs.
• Ability to travel periodically as required for staffing and operations in multiple venues.

Other Desirable (But Not Necessary) Skills & Experience Include

• MBA or relevant professional certification (e.g., CFA, CPA).
• Entertainment / Gaming, Restaurant, or multi-unit retail / hospitality industry experiences a plus.

While we don't expect a candidate to have deep experience in all of the above, we're looking for someone with the passion and capability to learn quickly in the areas that are new! You might be a fit on the Level99 team if you

Like to laugh, would be described as a low maintenance, low drama person, have a tendency to have a bit of fun while you work

Have a high tolerance for ambiguity, like to go fast, and are excited to learn on the job

Are just a little bit obsessive about getting the details right the first time

Have a high energy personality, the kind of person who is typically smiling, and likes to get it done now

Level99 is an E-Verify employer.

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