Finance Business Partner – Capital Developments
LEGOLAND Parks • Carlsbad, California • Full Time
Posted on Thu, May 7, 2026
What you'll bring to the team
The Finance Business Partner – Projects is a strategic role responsible for partnering with senior business leaders on a variety of projects to drive financial performance and ensure optimal resource allocation. This role will oversee financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic decision-making for key projects
across the organisation. The FBP will provide actionable financial insights to project teams, ensuring financial viability, risk management, and alignment with the company’s strategic goals.
This role is a unique opportunity to directly support the Senior Finance Business Partner (North America) on strategic analysis and decisions, as well as projects across Capital Developments.
This position will be based onsite at LEGOLAND California.
Qualifications & Experience
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the Senior Finance Business Partner with strategic financial reviews and regional development finance activities within Merlin Magic Making
- Partner with project teams to ensure delivery within budget, providing independent insight and problem-solving support
- Assist with capital forecasting and broader budget submissions, including MMM budgeting
- Contribute to timely and insightful variance analysis reporting for senior leadership
- Develop and monitor key financial performance metrics to improve project efficiency and effectiveness
- Identify and manage financial risks, ensuring adherence to corporate governance standards and best practices
- Maintain and optimize financial controls and processes in alignment with regional and global policies
- Collaborate with global finance teams to ensure consistency in financial practices while accommodating local regulatory requirements
Qualifications and Experience:
- Typically, 3-5 years of experience in finance roles
- Proven experience in business partnering, financial analysis, and project-based strategic planning, particularly within a large, multinational company.
- Experience managing large-scale projects with strong knowledge of financial risk management and cost optimisation.
- Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field; relevant certifications (e.g., ACCA, CPA) preferred.
Benefits
- Excellent Health Care Options: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Paid Time Off (PTO). - Merlin Magic Pass: Free entry for friends and family to our amazing parks & attractions.
- Recognition Programs and Rewards.
- 401(k) Program: Save for the future with company matching contributions.
- Tuition Reimbursement Programs: Get support for further education and career growth.
- Numerous Learning and Advancement Opportunities: Grow your skills and advance your career with us!