What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate, Corporate Strategy - Corporate Las Vegas position at Tao Group Hospitality?
The Associate, Corporate Strategy leads and supports financial modeling, strategic analysis, and executive-level reporting to provide actionable insights that guide company-wide initiatives and business decisions. Develops clear, data-driven presentations and analytical tools for the MAP process, monthly performance reviews, and Board reporting, including revenue, EBITDA, and cash flow projections. This role reports directly to the CFO and is an in-office position based in the Las Vegas office, partnering cross-functionally to evaluate performance trends, strengthen reporting processes, and support overall company strategy through thoughtful analysis.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
- Lead / support financial modeling analyses and presentation preparation through Excel and PowerPoint related to company-wide Management Action Plan (MAP) process initiatives.
- Support all aspects of MAP process administration including presentation materials development, data visualization, and analytical template creation. Seek to take on lead roles in select areas of responsibility.
- Support monthly management reporting process to the Executive team and Board by developing clear materials with business analysis including monthly financial performance, revenue / EBITDA projections, cash flow projections, and other financial models.
- Assist and coordinate with cross-functional teams of internal stakeholders in support of MAP processes and monthly Executive team and Board reporting.
- Support strategic and financial analysis of business performance, including evaluating performance trends, market / competitive set data, and communication of recommendations to the Senior Leadership Team.
- Support overall company strategy through ad hoc analyses based on current business needs.
- Assist and/ or complete additional tasks as assigned
EDUCATION/WORKING KNOWLEDGE:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
- 2–5 years of experience in financial planning & analysis, corporate finance, investment banking, consulting, or a similar analytical role
- Advanced Excel skills required (financial modeling, pivot tables, complex formulas); proficiency in PowerPoint for executive presentations
- Experience building financial models, forecasts, and business performance analyses
- Strong data visualization and storytelling skills with the ability to translate complex data into clear insights
- Familiarity with revenue, EBITDA, and cash flow
- Proficient in Windows Microsoft Office, POS systems, Oracle knowledge preferred
SKILLS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT / SCHEDULE
The work environment characteristics and/or physical demands described here are representative of those a Team Member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions
- Ability to write, read, and verbally communicate
- Must have strong problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills required
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Must have good positive energy throughout the day
- Must be able to read the computer monitors and print legibly
- Must be able to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time
- Must be able to move quickly through work and set the pace in the office
- Must be able to push and lift up to 25 lbs. with or without assistance
- Small to Medium office environment
- Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working environment
- 5-25% Local Travel (United States)
- Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds, and smoke, the severity of which depends upon the guest volume
- May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required
- Maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance adhering to Company standards
- Must be effective as part of a team; ability to interact with internal and external customers, managers, and co-workers in a professional, courteous manner
- Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
- Ability to handle a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment