Analyst Financial Planning and Analysis

JetBlue Airways Corporation•New York, NY

1d•$62,000 - $101,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Financial Planning and Analysis Analyst assists the Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis in understanding cost components and developing presentations for senior management. The role participates in monthly, quarterly, and annual variance reviews, long-term financial management, strategic initiatives, and competitive analysis, and conducts ad hoc analyses as needed. The Analyst supports forecasting, budgeting, and oversight of business units; works with Accounting and business units to align forecasts with actuals; and provides financial analytics, modeling, and decision support to leaders across JetBlue. The role updates financial models and databases, develops trend analyses, assesses investment impacts on financials, and prepares presentations and ad hoc reporting. The position works in a traditional office environment and uses a computer and other office equipment. Occasional overnight travel (10%) may be required. The role is sedentary, generally requiring no physical effort or occasionally lifting up to 10 pounds.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; alternatively, a high school diploma or GED and at least four years of relevant work experience demonstrating the capability to perform the job responsibilities.
Two years of finance and/or analytical experience.
Experience with or a basic understanding of financial statements and accounting principles.
Extensive experience with Excel and PowerPoint; proficiency with Word and other Microsoft Office products.
Demonstrated Excel and financial modeling skills through a live work sample during the hiring process.
Excellent written and verbal communication and analytical skills.
Available for occasional overnight travel (10%).
Must pass a pre-employment drug test.
Must be legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located; authorization to work in the United States is required, and the position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Regular attendance and punctuality.
Ability to work flexible hours and respond on short notice when needed.
Ability to maintain a professional appearance.
Must be an appropriate fit for JetBlue's culture and exhibit its values of Safety, Caring, Integrity, Fun, and Passion.
Use of ChatGPT or another automated tool during the interview process disqualifies a candidate from consideration.

Nice To Haves

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Master of Business Administration (MBA).
Experience using Tableau or a similar data visualization tool.
Advanced forecasting and modeling capabilities.
SQL experience.

Responsibilities

Assist the Manager of Financial Planning and Analysis with forecasting, budgeting, and oversight of business units.
Collaborate with Accounting and business units to ensure forecasts are accurately aligned with actuals.
Contribute to monthly, quarterly, and annual presentations for senior departmental leaders.
Provide data analytics and financial modeling that generate business insights.
Create models to highlight trends within the business and airline industry.
Provide strategic guidance and business decision support to cost center leaders through financial analysis, collaboration, and critical thinking.
Understand the impact of investment decisions on departmental and company-wide financials.
Update and improve current financial models and databases, including short- and long-term forecasts.
Partner and communicate effectively with groups and organizational levels across JetBlue.
Prepare ad hoc reporting and analyses as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Promote safety as a Safety Ambassador and support JetBlue's Safety Management System, Safety Policy, and behavioral standards.
Identify and report safety or security concerns, issues, incidents, and hazards.