Manager, Hyperion Planning - System Administrator - Full-time / Part-time

This position supports the global Hyperion Planning application. Will also support all applicable Essbase and HFM touchpoints/integration. Will interface and work directly with all business groups that utilize the applications to gather ongoing requirements for enhancements/changes as well as support monthly/quarterly/annual budgeting/forecasting processes. This position will work with the functional users in Memphis, Glasgow, McLean, HRCC, HGV and the IT teams to determine the approach and viability of requested/necessary process changes. The individual will for documenting requirements, fit-gap analysis, creation of testing scenarios. Will also support a global on-going training program to ensure all functional users understand the application capabilities delivered and how they are expected to perform their roles

What will it be like to work for this Hilton Worldwide Brand?

Hilton Worldwide is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton Worldwide has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton Worldwide is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its ten global brands, which include Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, DoubleTree by Hilton, Embassy Suites Hotels, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton Hotels, Homewood Suites by Hilton, Home2 Suites by Hilton and Hilton Grand Vacations. The company also manages the world-class guest reward program Hilton HHonors®.

If you appreciate the impact global travel can have on the world and know how to offer an exceptional hospitality experience, you may be just the person we are looking for to work as a Hilton Worldwide Team Member.

What will I be doing?

Planning Activities

• Creates and maintains Excel VBA, VBA and API script to interact with various applications.
• Development of various reports as needed by Corporate Finance Staff.
• Maintain the corporate G & A budgeting process as needed (this includes Excel VBA code).
• Maintain data integrity of information being collected and uploaded into Hyperion/Essbase applications.
• Researches and helps to identify business opportunities and reports findings and conclusions to upper management.

Controlling Activities

• Daily maintenance to various reporting systems, not limited to general & administrative reporting and other corporate systems.
• Prepare monthly data extracts from corporate consolidation application to feed other systems.
• Ensures established performance standards for department are met.
• Assesses actual performance against standards to determine whether the team is on target to reach goals and takes corrective actions as necessary.
• Enforces policies and procedures that will improve the overall operation and effectiveness of the department and Company.
• Operates within established budgetary parameters.

Organizing Activities

• Maintains hotel budget process into Hyperion.
• Establishes priorities and delegates work to team members accordingly, while ensuring optimal allocation of resources.
• Works with key stakeholders and departments, structuring the resources and activities of the department/project so objectives are accomplished.
• Disseminates, org

What are we looking for? 

Since being founded in 1919, Hilton Worldwide has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton Worldwide remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. To fulfill this role successfully, you must possess the following minimum qualifications and experience:

• BS/BA Bachelor's Degree
• 3+ years of hands on Hyperion Planning experience.
• 1 to 3 years financial planning and analysis experience.
• Working knowledge of GAAP.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to clearly and concisely express ideas both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to analyze financial data.
• Excellent interpersonal skills that build trust and instill confidence in order to motivate and influence others.
• Absolute discretion and confidentiality regarding sensitive information.
• Ability to take initiative to identify, prioritize and implement all elements required for team to fulfill responsibilities in accordance with core strategic goals.
• Strong problem solving skills, including ability to effectively address any issue in collaboration with others as appropriate; ability to proactively identify and prevent potential problems; ability to help develop problem solving skills among direct reports and other team members as appropriate.
• Ability to work well under pressure and effectively handle multiple, concurrent demands and appropriately prioritize responsibilities.
• Ability to collaborate with others and act in an objective manner in order to effectively solve problems and stay on track towards accomplishing organizational goals.
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage details through to completion and ensure project deadlines are met.
• Proficient with Excel VBA, VBA, API and ASP Page Design.
• Knowledge of business mathematics, including ability to calculate percentage changes and averages/weighted averages; working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including ability to understand/manipulate basic spreadsheets.
• Knowledgeable of General Ledger, Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable systems, preferably PeopleSoft.

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

*Master's Degree

*Oracle Hyperion Certification

* Knowledgeable of PeopleSoft ERP/General Ledger application.

* Knowledgeable of other Hyperion applications (HFM, Essbase, MFM, FDM, etc.)

 

What benefits will I receive?

Your benefits will include a competitive starting salary and, depending upon eligibility, a vacation or Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit. You will instantly have access to our unique benefits such as the Team Member and Family Travel Program, which provides reduced hotel room rates at many of our hotels for you and your family, plus discounts on products and services offered by Hilton Worldwide and its partners. After 90 days you may enroll in Hilton Worldwide's Health & Welfare benefit plans, depending on eligibility. Hilton Worldwide also offers eligible team members a 401K Savings Plan, as well as Employee Assistance and Educational Assistance Programs. We look forward to reviewing with you the specific benefit

EOE/AA/Disabled/Veterans