Financial Analyst

Southern Airways Corporation; Addison (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Surf Air Mobility in Addison, TX is seeking a Financial Analyst to join our FP&A team. You will report to the Sr. Director of FP&A and partner with finance and operations leadership on planning, budgeting, forecasting, and monthly reporting.

You will develop financial models, conduct variance analysis, and present insights to the management team to guide strategic decisions. Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of FP&A experience, strong Excel skills, and thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business.
• 1 to 3 years of FP&A experience, preferably at a medium sized to large company in a high growth environment.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting packages preferred.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English effectively.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. per the Immigration Act of 1986.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with finance and operations leadership on all Financial Planning & Analysis activities.
• Own ad-hoc analysis, budgeting, forecasting, monthly financial reporting and analysis, trend analysis, and KPIs.
• Assist with developing financial models and presenting analytics to support the management team.
• Conduct various industry and market analyses.
• Lead the planning, coordination, and consolidation of the corporate budget and forecast as needed by the business.
• Continuously analyze revenue and expense drivers to incorporate trends into financial forecasts.

Skills

Entrepreneurial spirit

Customer focus

Strong communication skills

Enthusiasm

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Professional Addison, TX, US

SURF AIR MOBILITY

At Surf Air Mobility, we're transforming air mobility. As innovators in aviation, we are at the forefront of creating a more efficient and accessible flying experience. With our commitment to a customer-first approach, advanced software solutions, and electrification, we're pioneering new ways for people to travel, making flying not only faster but more enjoyable. Our passionate team thrives in a collaborative environment where innovation and hard work go hand in hand.

As our ideal Financial Analyst, you are naturally drawn to the Surf Air brand and you get it. You bring a strong personality of your own and a genuine commitment to supporting the company and its vision. In this role, you will report to the Sr. Director of FP&A, with corporate headquarters based in Dallas, TX.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Work directly with finance and operations leadership on all Financial Planning & Analysis activities

Wear many different hats to support the business as it continues to grow

Own ad-hoc analysis, budgeting, forecasting, monthly financial reporting and analysis, trend analysis, and key performance indicators

Assist with developing financial models and presenting analytics to support the management team

Conduct various industry and market analyses

Manage financial and operational ad-hoc reporting and analysis

Prepare and review financial variances between Actual, Budget, and Forecast results

Provide support on the monthly close process, including review of variance analyses, key trends, and performance metrics

Lead the planning, coordination, and consolidation of the corporate budget and forecast as needed by the business

Continuously analyze revenue and expense drivers to incorporate trends into financial forecasts

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Entrepreneurial spirit: thrives in a rapidly changing environment, with flexibility and a demonstrated ability to manage ambiguity, multiple priorities, and projects in a fast paced, innovative organization

Customer focus: a demonstrated track record of proactively engaging leaders and employees at all levels, with strong professional maturity and the ability to influence outcomes

Strong communication skills: excellent verbal and written skills, able to work effectively across levels and leadership styles, with strong business acumen and proven experience translating business needs into action

Enthusiasm: high energy with a driving sense of urgency, a continuous improvement mindset, and a strong desire and ability to mentor and coach

Project management skills: able to manage multiple projects simultaneously that require cross-functional collaboration

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business required

Experience

1 to 3 years of FP&A experience, preferably at a medium sized to large company in a high growth environment

Experience in startups, consulting, or a similar role

Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting packages preferred

Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel

Ability to think independently and provide useful, constructive feedback

Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Computer and phone skills

Ability to read, write, and speak English effectively

Ability to pass a 7-year background check and pre-employment drug screen per airline regulations and/or company policy

Authorized to work in the U.S. per the Immigration Act of 1986

This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an employee in this position may be asked to perform from time to time.

Surf Air Mobility is committed to building a more inclusive ecosystem that integrates women, people of color, and other underrepresented groups into the cleantech sector and aerospace industry. We strongly encourage applications from qualified applicants and members of underrepresented groups. Surf Air Mobility is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment is based on merit, competence, and qualifications and will not be influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.