Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Hospitality, or related field
3+ years of FP&A, accounting, or finance experience
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Experience with IBM Planning Analytics (TM1) or similar systems
Strong understanding of hotel financial statements and operations
Responsibilities
Support annual budget and monthly long-range forecast processes
Maintain budget reports and templates; participate in budget reviews
Complete monthly, annual, and ad-hoc reporting for ownership groups
Assist with preopening budgets and stub budget preparation
Serve as backup administrator for IBM Planning Analytics (TM1)
Develop dashboards and data visualizations in Power BI and/or Tableau
Support hotel leaders with budget-related queries and process improvements
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
Paid parental leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
401(k) with company match
Paid time off (PTO) with rollover
Complimentary wellness tools
Unlimited employee referral bonuses
Leadership development & tuition reimbursement
Discounts on hotel rooms, dining, and travel
Growth opportunities across multiple hotel properties
Full Job Description
Description
We are seeking a Financial Planning & Analysis Manager to join the FP&A team at the White Lodging corporate office in Merrillville, IN, supporting hotel and corporate profitability across a portfolio generating approximately $1.5 billion in annual revenue. In this hybrid FP&A role, with three days per week in the corporate office, you will execute budgeting and forecasting, deliver financial reporting and analysis, and provide technical support for IBM Planning Analytics (TM1). The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Hospitality, 3+ years of FP&A, accounting, or finance experience, advanced Excel skills, and a talent for communicating clearly with hotel and corporate leadership. If you are looking for FP&A Manager, financial analyst, or hospitality finance jobs with a growth-oriented hospitality company, this is your next move with White Lodging.
What You Can Look Forward To
Benefits - starting day 1
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
Paid parental leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
401(k) with company match
Paid time off (PTO) with rollover
Complimentary wellness tools
Unlimited employee referral bonuses
Leadership development & tuition reimbursement
Discounts on hotel rooms, dining, and travel
Growth opportunities across multiple hotel properties
What You'll Do
Planning & Reporting
Support the annual budget and monthly long-range forecast (LRF) processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and meaningful variance analysis
Maintain the forecast and budget calendars and communicate with relevant parties; assist the Director and VP of FP&A with planning and execution of the annual budget calendar
Update owners and other key stakeholders on forecast changes per established schedules, and maintain good communication on forecast submissions
Maintain budget reports and templates; participate in budget reviews and corrections; prepare budget reports and submissions within required timeframes
Complete monthly, annual, and ad-hoc reporting for ownership groups and senior leadership; conduct financial statement analysis and translate findings into clear operational recommendations
Benchmark asset-level financial performance against internal portfolio standards and external hospitality industry data; identify performance opportunities and collaborate with key stakeholders to solve
Support the capital budget process as needed
Openings & Preopening
Assist with preopening budgets: update the budget in TM1 once approved and participate in openings calls as needed
Assist with stub budget preparation for new openings, including helping GMs preload relevant budget data and prepare key stub budget reports
Assist with preparation of presentation materials as needed
Systems & Technology
Serve as backup administrator of IBM Planning Analytics (TM1); navigate, troubleshoot, and reprogram the system when needed, including cubes, dimensions, and TurboIntegrator processes
Maintain and update reports in TM1, including rolling reports forward for a new year; create new reporting or enhance legacy reporting to improve the value of business reports
Develop dashboards and data visualizations in Power BI and/or Tableau, partnering with BI and IT to build scalable solutions
Support user training and onboarding for Planning Analytics users across the portfolio
Respond to GM / RVP inquiries about reports in a timely manner
Proactively identify and develop strategies to address evolving business requirements
AI & Innovation
Help evaluate, pilot, and use AI-powered workflows (such as anomaly detection, automated variance narratives, and scenario modeling) and follow team best practices for responsible AI use
Labor & Workforce Management
Support administration of the portfolio's workforce management (WFM) platform and the monthly performance-to-standard analyses; communicate trends, savings opportunities, and corrective actions to RVPs, GMs, and key stakeholders
Partnership & Continuous Improvement
Actively support hotel leaders with budget-related queries; assist RVPs / GMs as needed and appropriate
Initiate proposals for improvements and enhancements to processes, reports, or systems; actively look for ways to add value to the organization
Communicate effectively with hotel and key leadership; add value by communicating and executing key strategic plans
What You'll Bring
Competencies
Creating a Service Reputation
Inspiring Excellence
Guiding Team Success
Building Talent
Driving Execution
Strategic Planning
Skills
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and a strong user of all Microsoft Office applications
Technical aptitude with computer systems; hands-on experience with IBM Planning Analytics (TM1) preferred
Proficiency in Power BI and/or Tableau, including dashboard development
Strong understanding of accounting principles, hotel financial statements (USALI), and hospitality financial operations
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Familiarity with AI tools such as Claude or similar platforms is a plus
High attention to detail, integrity, and ability to maintain confidentiality
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Hospitality, or a related field
3+ years of FP&A, accounting, or finance experience
Experience with IBM Planning Analytics (TM1) or a comparable planning system
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in hospitality finance, hotel operations, or multi-site, distributed operational environments
Excel VBA experience
Experience building financial dashboards in Power BI and/or Tableau
Experience with workforce management systems and labor planning
Familiarity with AI-assisted forecasting or automation tools
Working Conditions
Hybrid work schedule with 3 days in the Corporate office per week
Combination of desk-based analytical work and hands-on systems administration activity
Periodic travel may be required to support openings, system deployments, or critical initiatives
About White Lodging
White Lodging is a hospitality company that develops, owns, and operates hotels. The company was founded in 1985 and is headquartered in Merrillville, Indiana. White Lodging operates more than 30 hotels across the United States, including brands such as Marriott, Hilton, and Hyatt. The company also provides management services for hotels owned by other companies. White Lodging has been recognized for its commitment to sustainability and has received numerous awards for its environmental initiatives.
