Analyst, Division Finance

American Airlines • Dallas, TX

13h

About The Position

This job is a member of the Commercial Finance Team within the Finance Division. Responsible for assisting in the design and implementation of a comprehensive strategic plan, track financial and productivity performance, and is involved with financial forecasting, development of capital plans, staffing analysis, cost reduction, and revenue generation studies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or equivalent experience/training
• 2-3 years of related work experience
• Advanced Excel modeling skills
• Superior analytical skills with an understanding of discounted cash flow analysis, forecasting techniques and variance analysis
• Adaptability and flexibility in the use of analytical approaches pertaining to financial issues
• Capacity to assimilate, synthesize, and analyze, large volumes of data
• Excellent teamwork skills, with proven ability to work effectively in a variety of situations
• Ability to accept ownership, responsibility and accountability of functional obligations
• Proven success in a team environment and ability to influence change
• Ability to prioritize tasks, work well with little supervision, and manage a number of projects simultaneously
• Skilled in Microsoft Office Software (e.g., Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)
• Ability to create and deliver PowerPoint presentations to all levels within the organization including Vice President and above

Nice To Haves

• MBA preferred
• Experience using SQL, Alteryx, Hyperion and SAP preferred

Responsibilities

• Partners and collaborates with the Alliances organization, supporting financial and accounting activities related to American’s other airline partnerships
• Stays up to date with industry frequent flyer program developments and analyzes potential impacts to American’s financials
• Participates on projects that help drive business recommendations or decisions
• Evaluates competitive strategies and industry trends to determine impact on current or contemplated action plans
• Develops reports which can lead to informed decisions by business leaders
• Coordinates near and long term planning activities to ensure consistency and compliance with corporate action plans
• Develops the annual operating budget and models used to forecast operating expenditures
• Creates business cases and financial analysis for proposals in order to secure funding and approvals
• Completes monthly financial close and review of business expenses

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level