Analyst/Sr Analyst, Financial Planning

American Airlines Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel Perks

Health Benefits

Wellness Programs

401(k) Program

Additional Benefits

Job summary

American Airlines in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a finance professional to analyze the company’s financial position, maintain forecasting models, and deliver board-ready analyses. You will guide senior leaders, collaborate with division controllers and planning teams, and prepare earnings materials for senior management.

A Bachelor’s in Finance or Economics with 3+ years of experience is required; an MBA is preferred. Airline industry experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Economics with 3+ years in corporate finance or related fields.
• Advanced financial modeling and analysis experience.
• MBA is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance to senior executives and the Board on financial performance and near-term outlook.
• Maintain and enhance forecasting models to improve accuracy and relevance.
• Collaborate with Division Controllers and Commercial Planning to maintain forecast accuracy.
• Prepare detailed cause-and-effect analyses on complex financial matters.
• Coordinate with various groups to understand business unit impacts on the bottom line.
• Assemble Board packages justifying major projects and financial forecasts.
• Act as a consultant to other groups within the company.
• Provide reports reviewed by CFO and other executives.
• Prepare materials for earnings calls and Board meetings.

Skills

Adaptability

Teamwork

Problem solving

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Economics

MBA (preferred)

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Location:DFW Headquarters Building 8 (DFW-SV08)
Cities:Fort Worth - TX
Requisition ID:89164

Job Description

Intro

Are you ready to explore a world of possibilities, both at work and during your time off? Join our American Airlines family, and you’ll travel the world, grow your expertise and become the best version of you. As you embark on a new journey, you’ll tackle challenges with flexibility and grace, learning new skills and advancing your career while having the time of your life. Feel free to enrich both your personal and work life and hop on board!

Why you'll love this job

• This job is a member of the Finance Team within the Finance Division.
• Responsible for analyzing financial position of company by maintaining and enhancing current forecasting models.

What you'll do

• Provide guidance to senior executive team and Board of Directors regarding the Company’s financial performance and near-term financial outlook in context of internal and external factors impacting the Company
• Maintain and enhance forecasting models to improve accuracy and relevance, aligning closely with organizational goals
• Collaborate with Division Controllers and Commercial Planning teams to maintain forecast accuracy and drive performance toward Company goals and KPIs
• Prepare detailed cause-and-effect analyses for senior management on complex financial matters, providing valuable insights for strategic decision-making
• Collaborate and work closely with various groups across the Company to understand respective business units and their impacts to the Company’s bottom line
• Compile Board of Directors packages justifying large projects, explaining financial performance, or the financial forecast
• Work extensively as consultants for other groups in the company
• Provide various reports that are reviewed by CFO and other key executives
• Prepare materials for earnings calls and Board of Director meetings

All you'll need for success

Minimum Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience

• Bachelor'sdegree orequivalent with a concentration in Finance/Economics or equivalent training/experience 3+ years experience in Corporate Finance, Accounting, Financial Services, or Consulting, including experience with advanced financial modeling and analysis

Preferred Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience

• Airline or travel industry experience
• MBA from a leading institution

Skills, Licenses & Certifications

• Adaptability and flexibility in the use of analytical approaches pertaining to financial issues
• Excellent teamwork skills, with proven ability to work effectively in a variety of situations
• Advanced aptitude in problem-solving, including the ability to logically structure an appropriate analytical framework
• Skilled in Microsoft Office Software (e.g., Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)

What you'll get

Feel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer:

• Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.
• Health Benefits: On day one, you’ll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that’s just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more.
• Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself – that’s why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.
• 401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.
• Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more

Feel free to be yourself at American

From the team members we hire to the customers we serve, inclusion and diversity are the foundation of the dynamic workforce at American Airlines. Our 20+ Team Member Business Resource Groups are focused on connecting our team members to our customers, suppliers, communities and shareholders, helping team members reach their full potential and creating an inclusive work environment to meet and exceed the needs of our diverse world.
Are you ready to feel a tremendous sense of pride and satisfaction as you do your part to keep the largest airline in the world running smoothly as we care for people on life’s journey? Feel free to be yourself at American.

Cities:Fort Worth - TX
Requisition ID:89164