Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

Senior Manager Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) - StudiosLocation: Las Vegas, NV, US, 89113IGT, where innovation meets entertainment on a global scale! From the casino floor to your mobile screen, we deliver thrilling, responsible, and unforgettable gaming experiences—powered by world-class content, strong technical and commercial capabilities, and nurtured by a culture of collaboration, accountability, and ownership. Whether it's spinning reels, placing bets, or enabling secure payments, we turn innovation into impact through disciplined execution and long-term value creation. With a team of over 6,000 employees across 30+ countries and products delivered in more than 100 jurisdictions worldwide, we operate at scale while staying closely connected to customers we serve. If you're ready to bring your talent to a team shaping the future of entertainment, your next big move starts here.The Senior Manager FP&A – Studios will lead financial reporting, forecasting, and analytical support for IGT's Studio organization, including land-based and online gaming. This role provides forward-looking financial insight, strategic direction, and thought leadership to the Studio leadership team, while supporting data-driven decision-making, Studio and game profitability, and operational efficiency in a highly regulated gaming environment.Responsibilities:Lead forecasting and financial planning for R&D Studios, including monthly/quarterly forecast cycles, headcount planning, outside services forecasting, and multi-year incentive program modeling.Analyze financial performance by reviewing P&L variances, forecast changes, quarterly actuals, external testing results, and key cost drivers to deliver clear, actionable insights to Corporate FP&A and Studio leadership.Manage development project financials, including project creation approvals, cost controls, overage management, and ROI validation across financial and project systems.Drive business partnering with Studio leaders, facilitating forecasting discussions, reviewing operational updates, and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships while guiding decision-making.Oversee the Global Gaming Incentive program, including forecasting, validating game qualification, incentive award calculations, employee letter reviews, and coordination with Accounting, P&C, and Payroll.Monitor outside services and external testing spend, including compliance cost tracking, performing variance analysis, and identifying material drivers and operational issues.Prepare financial reporting packages covering P&L analysis, KPI trends, operational reporting, and ad hoc insights that support strategic decisions and product profitability evaluations.Develop and refine financial models for game-level profitability, new product assessments, and scenario analysis to support investment decisions across R&D.Ensure data accuracy and system alignment by resolving mismatches, validating inputs across internal financial, product management, and sales order data systems, and maintaining reliable financial and operational data flows.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field required; MBA or CPA preferred.8+ years of progressive FP&A or corporate finance experience, ideally within FinTech, payments, gaming, or transaction-based technology businesses.Experience leading budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling processes across multiple product lines.Strong understanding of revenue and cost drivers across a variety of products and services.Advanced Excel modeling skills, experience with ERP and BI tools (Oracle, SAP, Navision, JET, NetSuite, Power BI, Tableau).Experience with AI Tools (ChatGPT, Copilot, Claude, Gemini), leveraging and developing AI agents for first-order analysis.Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence stakeholders.Implementing new forecasting methods and potentially supervising the activities of others.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset.Ability to handle complex issues, requiring consideration for multiple variables.Excellent communication skills and ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.Competencies:Strong analytical and quantitative skillsBusiness acumen in payments and gaming operationsClear, concise communication and cross-functional collaborationProblem solving and decision supportExecutive-ready presentation skillsAbility to operate in a fast-paced, regulated environmentIGT is committed to sustaining a workforce that reflects the diversity of the global customers and communities we serve and to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and engaged. IGT is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.We thank all applicants for applying; however, only those selected to interview will be contacted. At IGT, we consider a wide range of factors in determining compensation, including skills, experience, education, and geographic location. These factors may result in variation in starting pay. The estimated starting compensation range for this role is $140,000–$150,000 USD, based on a good-faith assessment at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary. IGT complies with all applicable pay transparency and compensation laws and collective bargaining agreements, where applicable. Base pay is one component of IGT's total rewards program. Depending on the role, employees may be eligible for bonus or commission opportunities. IGT also offers a comprehensive benefits package, which may include a 401(k) savings plan with company contributions, medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and other wellness programs, subject to eligibility requirements.