Analyst - FP&A (Digital Technology)

United Airlines•Chicago, IL

4d•$66,500 - $86,616•Hybrid

About The Position

The Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst supports business planning and financial decision-making through analysis, forecasting, reporting, and financial modeling. Specifically, this analyst will support Digital Technology teams and products within United. This role partners with finance and operational stakeholders to evaluate business performance, identify key revenue and cost drivers, and provide actionable insights. The position contributes to budgeting, forecasting, month-end activities, and long-range planning while supporting continuous improvement of financial processes and reporting capabilities.

Requirements

1+ years of experience in financial planning, financial analysis, accounting, or related finance functions
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field
Experience analyzing financial and operational results to identify business drivers, trends, and performance insights
Knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and variance analysis
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position
Strong analytical, data management, and data storytelling skills with the ability to present findings clearly

Nice To Haves

Demonstrates an understanding of the capabilities and limitations of generative AI tools and effectively leverages them for research, analysis, content creation, and problem-solving.
Applies critical thinking to validate AI-generated outputs while adhering to company policies related to responsible AI use, data privacy, and security.
Experience developing or maintaining financial models to support planning and decision-making
Knowledge of data visualization and business intelligence reporting tools
Experience supporting audit activities and financial controls processes
Exposure to scenario planning and long-range financial forecasting

Responsibilities

Analyze financial and operational performance to identify trends, key business drivers, opportunities, and risks, and communicate actionable insights to stakeholders.
Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities by gathering inputs, updating assumptions, and maintaining financial plans.
Prepare and interpret financial reports, profit-and-loss analyses, and variance explanations to support informed decision-making.
Coordinate with accounting teams during month-end close activities to ensure timely and accurate financial information is available for reporting and analysis.
Support audit and compliance activities by preparing documentation, maintaining records, and responding to information requests.
Develop and enhance financial models used for long-range planning, scenario analysis, investment evaluations, and business strategy assessments.
Conduct economic and financial research, including trend analysis, forecasting, and "what-if" scenario modeling to support future business planning decisions.
Partner with cross-functional teams to improve financial reporting processes, data quality, and analytical capabilities.