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At CoreCivic, our employees are driven by a deep sense

of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to better

the public good. CoreCivic is currently seeking a Managing Director, Operations Strategic Finance and Excellence (MUST HAVE ORACLE FUSION). Come

join a team that is dedicated to making an impact for the people and

communities we serve.

_This is a hybrid position requiring 3days onsite in Brentwood, TN._

SUMMARY:

The Managing Director, Operations Strategic Finance and Excellence is responsible for oversight of all financial operations within the Operations Department, including budget development, monitoring, performance evaluation, reporting, and directing the implementation of improvement plans. Drives operational processes around financial goal setting and analysis, policy and process development, and oversight necessary to achieve targeted financial outcomes. Administers, coordinates, and manages the activities of facility teams in support of organizational goals and operational excellence. Assists in tracking, monitoring, and developing reporting of key operational metrics. Collaborates closely with Finance, Partnership Development, Purchasing, and Innovation teams in evaluating new business opportunities and existing operations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The incumbent should be able to perform all of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the job performance requirements.

1. Supports the Executive Vice President, Operations in the development of short- and long-range plans, including demand analyses, resource availability assessments, and productivity and cost-benefit analyses of operating and capital plans.

2. Develops and maintains long- and short-range operational and capital budgets that support the plans and objectives of the Safety segments. Develops guidelines, assists facilities, and reviews annual budget preparation.

3. Supervises operations analytical and financial support teams through direct supervision and matrixed leadership.

4. Supervises the Workforce Management team overseeing staffing compliance and pattern development.

5. Supervises the Continuous Improvement team, leading initiatives to enhance finance processes, implement Oracle Fusion solutions, and deliver operational excellence enterprise-wide.

6. Monitors financial and economic information to identify trends and indicators that may impact business operations, planning, and capital investments.

7. Assumes lead role in analyzing and exploring means of optimizing financialperformance based on knowledge of market trends, financial reports, and operatingprocedures. Identifies and reports undesirable trends, makes recommendations foraction, and facilitates engagement of cross-departmental teams to address and mitigate issues to optimize performance.

8. Directs the preparation of statistical reports, budgets, and financial analyses necessaryto support and maximize operational financial performance. Improves performance bydirecting the analysis of results, monitoring variances, and analyzing trends.

9. Leverages Oracle EPM Fusion and related enterprise tools to integrate workforce costdata from HCM with financial results from the ERP for predictive planning, scenariomodeling, and performance reporting. Leads efforts to enhance planning accuracy,profitability analysis, and cost management through effective system utilization anddata-driven insights.

10. Analyzes, discusses, and makes recommendations with facility management teamsand business unit leadership regarding the financial impact of proposed operationalchanges.

11. Communicates operational financial performance to all stakeholders, includingexecutive management, operations leadership, business unit teams, and facility staff.

12. Establishes programs for continuous improvement and ensures communication,training, and implementation of best practices in identified areas of opportunity.

13. Supports contract negotiations and reviews material contracts, purchase agreements,and other financial arrangements to ensure compatibility with business goals andexpectations.

14. Develops standardized and current policies and procedures related to financialoperations in facilities. Maintains effective controls, monitoring, and audits in facilitybusiness offices to ensure policies and procedures are implemented effectively.

15. Participates in the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors, keeping the board andsenior management apprised of facility financial control monitoring and findings.

16. Recruits, selects, develops, and assesses facility and FSC operational finance staff,including business unit support teams, Facility Controllers, Managers of OperationsFinance, and Business Managers.

17. Provides financial leadership and guidance to facility management. Trains managers on operational financial matters and provides ongoing feedback regarding department performance.

18. Maintains effective control monitoring and audits in facility and regional business offices through various methods and internal and external resources.

19. Supports due diligence and integration activities related to mergers and acquisitions, working collaboratively within Operations and with the Innovations team.

20. Domestic U.S. travel required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

+ Graduate from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree is required. CPA or MBA is preferred.

+ Preferred fields of study include Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.

+ 10+ years of relevant business experience is required.

+ Must have Oracle Fusion experience.

+ Knowledge of financial management, analysis, principles, and techniques is required. Extensive cross-departmental collaboration is required, with matrix leadership responsibilities across the enterprise.

+ Demonstrated experience leveraging Oracle EPM Fusion core modules for planning and budgeting, profitability and cost management, and narrative reporting.

+ Must be able to use EPM to integrate workforce cost data from HCM with financial results from the ERP for predictive and scenario-based planning.

+ A minimum of 3–5 years of hands-on EPM Fusion experience is required; experience with EPM implementation is preferred.

+ Ability to work in a matrix management role by identifying, building, and executing necessary business strategies.

+ Detail-oriented with a proven ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

+ Strong organizational skills with a demonstrated track record of achieving results both independently and in team environments.

+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills required. Advanced analytical, research, problem-solving, and financial modeling skills required.

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, is required.