Director, Financial Planning & Analysis

Allegheny County Airport Authority; United States; On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

HRA (ACAA‑funded)

Pension plan

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Dental plans included with healthcare

Job summary

Allegheny County Airport Authority seeks a Director of Financial Planning and Analysis to guide budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning. You will translate data into strategic insights for the executive team and boards, driving capital decisions and financial sustainability across the organization.

The role requires a high-caliber finance leader with a track record in FP&A, substantial collaboration with senior leaders, and a passion for aviation and regional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field.
• MBA or CPA preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in financial planning and analysis, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Workday, Power BI, and/or Salesforce knowledge a plus.
• Experience in the aviation or transportation industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and communicate the long-term FP&A vision, transformation priorities, and continuous improvement opportunities.
• Lead the development of financial plans, forecasts, and scenario analyses aligning with strategy.
• Present insights, risks, and opportunities to senior leadership, airline partners, rating agencies, and the Board.
• Oversee capital and operational budgeting processes ensuring alignment with goals and cost discipline.
• Partner with advisors to evaluate financing strategies for major capital projects and long-term sustainability.
• Collaborate with operational leaders to understand drivers and support data-driven decisions.
• Lead variance analysis and translate results into actionable recommendations.
• Prepare high-impact reports and presentations for executives and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Team building

Data-driven decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance/accounting/economics

MBA or CPA preferred

Tools

Power BI

Workday

Salesforce

Job description

Let Your Career Take Flight! We're committed to being a global aviation leader driving innovation, regional growth and prosperity by investing in our employees, customers, airlines, and partners

The Director of Financial Planning & Analysis plays a pivotal role in shaping the financial future of the Allegheny County Airport Authority. This leader drives the organization’s budgeting, forecasting, and long‑range planning efforts while delivering insights that guide major strategic decisions. Reporting to the Vice President of Finance & Controller, the Director champions key financial initiatives, elevates processes, and turns data into clear, actionable recommendations that support the Authority’s growth and long‑term vision. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic financial leader who thrives on collaboration, innovation, and making a measurable impact across the organization.

Here is how the Director, Financial Planning and Analysis will help:

• Develop and communicate the long‑term vision for FP&A, including transformation priorities and continuous improvement opportunities.
• Lead the development of financial plans, forecasts, and scenario analyses that align with organizational strategy.
• Present financial insights, risks, and opportunities to senior leadership, airline partners, rating agencies, and the Board of Directors.
• Oversee capital and operational budgeting processes, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and cost discipline.
• Partner with internal and external advisors to evaluate financing strategies for major capital projects and ensure long‑term financial sustainability.
• Collaborate with operational leaders to understand drivers, validate assumptions, and support data‑driven decision‑making.
• Provide actionable insights to address challenges, identify opportunities, and prevent operational or financial surprises.
• Support negotiation strategies, including airline agreements and union negotiations, through financial modeling and impact analysis.
• Promote financial literacy across the organization to strengthen understanding of key metrics and drivers.
• Build and maintain sophisticated financial and scenario models to support strategic planning and long‑range forecasting.
• Lead variance analysis, highlighting key trends and drivers and translating results into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Prepare tailored reporting and high‑impact presentations for executives, Board members, and external stakeholders.
• Oversee financial systems to ensure data accuracy, integration, and effective use of reporting tools.
• Drive automation and process improvements to enhance efficiency and analytical capabilities.
• Establish data validation and reconciliation processes that ensure accuracy and audit readiness.
• Define team roles, structure, and priorities in alignment with organizational objectives.
• Develop and mentor FP&A staff, providing coaching, clear goals, and career development pathways.
• Foster a high‑performance culture through regular feedback, performance management, and succession planning.

The successful candidate for the role of Director, Financial Planning and Analysis will demonstrate the following key competencies needed in our culture:

• Communication – Able to clearly articulate short-term vision, department goals and objectives; Collaborate effectively with peers; Able to communicate policy and strategy to team members.
• Strategic Thinking – Able to determine short-term outcomes and give guidance on how to meet goals; Able to direct and deliver plans to achieve efficient, on‑time results.
• Team Builder – Able to direct and implement project objectives through “one team” approach; Focused on developing team; direct work of team through leadership and accountability; Makes informed decisions.
• Customer Centricity – Leads team to identify and improve customer experience; Directs and implements improvements that positively impacts most stakeholders.

Qualifications Requirements to apply for the role of Director, Financial Planning and Analysis are:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field.
• MBA or CPA preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in financial planning and analysis, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Workday, Power BI, and/or Salesforce knowledge a plus.
• Experience in the aviation or transportation industry is preferred.

We also expect that candidates will demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and abilities in most cases: Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products; Access database and Power BI, a plus Strong leadership and team management skills. Proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and scenario analysis. Advanced knowledge of financial systems and tools (e.g., ERP systems, data visualization tools). Excellent communication and presentation skills. Ability to collaborate and build relationships across all levels of the organization. Strategic thinker with a results‑oriented mindset.

Don’t meet every requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs if they don’t meet every single qualification. As a Smarter Airport, we recognize that talent is not always related job history and skills come from valuable experiences that aren’t always shown on a resume. If you are excited to make a positive change for our region, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for our organization, whether it be this role or another.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally list and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to understand and speak clearly in English.

Conditions

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. Subject to remain on duty beyond normal hours or be recalled to duty up to 24 hours per day, seven days a week during emergency situations or other extensive periods.

Drug Testing Employment is contingent upon the results of a post-offer (initial employment or promotion) drug screening. Continued employment may be subject to drug and alcohol testing conducted without advance notice and without individualized suspicion.

Pre‑Employment Investigation Must pass a thorough investigation, consisting of a criminal history check (including but not limited to the requirements of CFR 1542.209 and 1542.3), verification of prior employment and performance, reference and credentials checks.

Caring For Our Crew

• We offer two plan options for healthcare coverage from high‑quality insurance carriers, as well as an ACAA‑funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) that will help offset the cost of many medical expenses.
• ACAA employees pay almost$1,200 less per year in healthcare payroll contributions than the average employee in other companies, according to market surveys.
• When HRA funding is included, the health‑plan deductibles paid by ACAA employees are about $1,200 lower on average than the costs paid by employees of other companies.
• ACAA does not require that employees meet a separate deductible for pharmacy expenses before prescription‑drug coverage kicks in.
• ACAA’s dental plans (included with healthcare coverage) offer an option covering children’s orthodontia.
• Employees also can take advantage of a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) to help pay for health care and dependent care expenses on a pre‑tax basis.
• All eligible full‑time ACAA employees participate in the Allegheny County Employees Pension Plan, a defined‑benefit plan that vests after 10 years of service.
• Employees also may participate in a Deferred Compensation Plan, which allows them to contribute part of their pay on a pre‑tax basis into long‑term retirement investments.
• A robust Employee Assistance Program (including access to free counselling sessions, financial guidance, and care coordination), life insurance options, a wellness program, and eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program round out ACAA’s exemplary benefits.

About the Allegheny County Airport Authority

The Allegheny County Airport Authority, which manages Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) and Allegheny County Airport (AGC), is committed to transforming Pittsburgh’s airports to reflect, connect and serve the community, inspire the industry and advance the region’s role as a world leader. Pittsburgh International Airport serves nearly 10 million passengers annually to 63 direct routes. PIT’s CEO Christina Cassotis has been recognized for numerous leadership awards.

In 2025, she was named Pittsburgher of the Year by Pittsburgh Magazine. PIT recently opened a new, modernized pre‑security terminal and Terminal Garage, designed for and by the people of the Pittsburgh region. This new airport represents more than a decade of planning, preparation and work from the ACAA team. It serves as the region’s front door to the world, connecting the world to Pittsburgh and Pittsburgh to the world.

ACAA is an equal‑opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, and veteran status.

Hard work, innovation and fun. You’ll find all three in our corporate culture where working hard and working smart go hand in hand.

We have a number of events, programs and initiatives that enhance our employees’ experiences and provide opportunities for recreation and recognition.

Allegheny County Airport Authority (ACAA), which manages Pittsburgh International Airport and Allegheny County Airport, is committed to transforming Pittsburgh’s airports to reflect and serve the community, inspire the industry, and advance the region’s role as a world leader. Pittsburgh International Airport serves more than 9 million passengers annually on 17 carriers.