WHO WE ARE

Creative. Intelligent. Driven. Those are just a few of the qualities embodied by our all-star corporate team.

We're a diverse group of associates representing various ages, interests, backgrounds, and levels of experience. But the one thing we all have in common is an unwavering commitment to excellence—performing our best to bring world-class entertainment to our guests.

WHAT WE LOOK FOR

Total rock stars. We’re on the hunt for initiators, problem-solvers, and creative “can-do” professionals who are ready to work hard, be bowled, and have fun.

We want honest, ambitious, thoughtful leaders who know that sometimes the best ideas come from the most unlikely sources. Think that’s you?

WHAT TO EXPECT

We’re a billion-dollar company with the soul of a start-up, which means we’re a tight-knit team that moves quickly. Each day brings something new and unexpected—and this is where we thrive. We dream big and so should you. If you’re ready to collaborate, innovate, own your projects, and think outside the lanes, then it’s time for us to talk. 

Check Us Out!

The Capital Analyst within the Procurement Department will play a key role in supporting Lucky Strike Entertainment’s growth and operational efficiency by analyzing, tracking, and optimizing capital expenditures across multiple venue types including bowling centers, family entertainment centers, and waterparks. This role bridges finance and procurement by ensuring that all capital projects, equipment investments, and vendor contracts align with company strategy, budget controls, and return-on-investment targets. The Capital Analyst will provide insight into spend patterns, evaluate vendor proposals, and ensure cost-effective decision making while maintaining quality and brand standards. 

Key Responsibilities 

Capital Planning & Analysis 

• Partner with finance and operations leadership to forecast and track capital expenditures across bowling, entertainment, food & beverage, and venue build-outs. 

• Develop financial models to evaluate ROI, payback periods, and cost-benefit scenarios for proposed capital projects (e.g., new scoring systems, kitchen equipment, AV/lighting upgrades, arcade investments). 

• Maintain detailed capital project trackers and dashboards, monitoring budget vs. actual spend. 

Procurement Support 

• Collaborate with the procurement team to source, bid, and negotiate contracts for capital equipment and large-scale vendor projects. 

• Evaluate vendor proposals for pricing competitiveness, warranty coverage, service agreements, and total lifecycle cost. 

• Ensure compliance with corporate procurement policies and approval workflows for capital investments. 

Vendor & Contract Management 

• Support RFP (Request for Proposal) processes for major equipment purchases and venue development projects. 

• Assist in managing vendor relationships, monitoring performance, and identifying opportunities for cost savings or consolidation. 

• Ensure alignment of capital purchase terms with corporate financial goals. 

Financial Reporting & Compliance 

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual capital expenditure reports for senior leadership and the board. 

• Ensure capital procurement aligns with GAAP, internal audit requirements, and company compliance policies. 

• Provide variance analysis, highlighting risks, opportunities, and corrective action plans. 

Cross-Departmental Collaboration 

• Work closely with Operations, Facilities, Construction and F&B teams to understand business needs and align capital investment strategies. 

• Support new venue openings and renovations by providing financial analysis and procurement coordination. 

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Supply Chain, or related field. 

• 2–4 years of experience in financial analysis, capital planning, procurement, or corporate finance; experience in hospitality, entertainment, or retail preferred. 

• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel, financial modeling, and spend analysis. 

• Experience with ERP/procurement systems (e.g., JD Edwards, Coupa, Oracle, SAP, or similar). 

• Knowledge of capital project accounting and lifecycle asset management. 

• Communication and presentation skills to support executive decision-making. 

• Ability to balance detail orientation with big-picture strategic thinking. 

Core Competencies 

• Analytical Mindset: Ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights. 

• Dashboard Development: Ability to create and help build dashboards in Power BI.  

• Procurement Knowledge: Understanding of sourcing strategies, vendor negotiations, and total cost of ownership. 

• Collaboration: Effective at partnering across finance, operations, and procurement teams. 

• Strategic Thinking: Aligns capital spend decisions with long-term business objectives. 

• Adaptability: Comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic entertainment and hospitality environment. 

Lucky Strike Entertainment, formerly Bowlero Corp, is one of the world’s premier location-based entertainment platforms. With over 360 locations across North America, Lucky Strike Entertainment provides experiential offerings in bowling, amusements, water parks, and family entertainment centers. The company also owns the Professional Bowlers Association, the major league of bowling and a growing media property that boasts millions of fans around the globe. For more information on Lucky Strike Entertainment, please visit ir.luckystrikeent.com.

The pay range for this position is $80,000 - $110,000 annually. 

Lucky Strike Entertainment offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package which includes healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits.  Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position.  More details regarding benefits are available here: www.bowlerocorp.com/careers/benefits