EVP, Chief Financial Officer

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Support Center, 1707 Market Place Blvd., Suite 200, Irving, TXtime type:
Full time posted on:
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R129762

At CEC Entertainment, we build careers around great food, family, and fun! Our purpose and our passion is to create the best place for kids and families to eat and play!
** Job Description
** The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will be a strategic business partner to the CEO, the executive team, and  the Company’s Board of Managers. The CFO role will be key in leading the Company through its next phase of growth and transformation. This individual will provide executive leadership and direct the fiscal operations of the company, supporting strategy, revenue growth (especially via our membership programs), profitability, new unit development and optimization of our real estate footprint all in a collaborative “test and learn” environment.

The CFO is responsible for the Company’s finance function, including financial planning and analysis, accounting and controls, treasury, tax, IR and corporate real estate and development. The CFO is expected to serve as a strategic, forward-thinking member of the leadership team by understanding the key drivers of the business and leveraging data and analysis to bring structure and financial discipline to ensure profitable growth.

They will work collaboratively with the executive team and others in the company to develop strategic initiatives and lead day-to-day operational execution. The CFO will be a results and performance-oriented finance leader who utilizes data to challenge the status quo and identify opportunities to support, drive and improve the operations, offers and overall business.

The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
** KEY RELATIONSHIPS
**** Reports to
** Chief Executive Officer
** Direct reports
*** VP, CAO, Controller
* VP, Tax & Treasurer (incl IR)
* VP, Real Estate
* Sr Dir, FP&A
* Total team of ~45
** Other key relationships
*** Executive Leadership Team
* Board of Managers
* External Auditors, Bankers, etc.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* ** Strategic Partner
** and trusted advisor to the CEO and Executive Leadership Team, providing counsel on critical business decisions that enhance overall performance. Collaborate across the organization to build strong relationships and foster a results-driven culture focused on executing organizational strategies and creating shareholder value. Translate strategic priorities into clear objectives and actionable plans, while optimizing key initiatives to maximize efficiency, impact, and long-term business outcomes.
* ** Operational Finance & Business Leader.
** Direct and manage all aspects of the finance function. This includes financial planning & analysis, budgeting, treasury, accounting, tax and real estate functions while ensuring the timeliness and accuracy of the company’s financial results and reporting.
* ** Investment Decision Making.
** Help guide decisions on how the company should invest it’s limited capital to support growth and high returns in both existing and new areas of the business. Work closely with the CEO and Executive Leadership Team to evaluate opportunities, analyze potential returns, and support initiatives from early review through execution which will include significant testing of new theories and equipment.
* ** Financial Planning & Analysis.
** Oversee financial planning and performance tracking across the organization. Lead a data-driven FP&A team that monitors key metrics, provides clear insights, and supports informed decision-making at all levels. Quickly assess business situations and develop practical action plans to address opportunities or challenges.
* ** Accounting & Controls.
** Ensure the company maintains strong and reliable accounting practices and internal controls to support accurate reporting and responsible financial management.
* ** Balance Sheet Management.
** Manage the company’s balance sheet with a focus on cash flow, capital investments, working capital, liquidity, and banking relationships. Monitor returns on invested capital and work with business leaders to…