Financial Analyst, Senior

Republic Airways • Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

Prepares planning and analysis forecasts for the Company. Prepares and analyses budget vs. actuals on a monthly basis. Researches and resolves variances and discrepancies. Identifies process improvements and cost savings and acts as financial resource for divisional leaders. ESSENTIAL DUTIES To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Identifies process improvements and cost savings and acts as financial resource for divisional leaders on the planning and execution of strategic initiatives; ensures that key business unit decisions are in line with corporate goals. Implements financial modeling improvements to enhance process efficiency, to support new initiatives, and to accurately capture the changing business economics and structure. Analyzes financial performance versus forecast and plan, investigates variances, and communicates findings and recommendations to unit leadership. Develops operational, profitability, expense, and liquidity analysis and other key performance metrics. Conducts and supports ad-hoc analyses on issues throughout company as assigned; examples of projects include crew scheduling efficiency, supply chain optimization, and IT strategy. Supports Financial Planning team as needed in preparation of quarterly forecasts and annual operating budget; identifies and articulates risks and opportunities relevant to the forecast period. Prepares various financial reports on an on-going basis. Provides training for Financial Analysts. Performs other duties, analyses, reports, and presentations as assigned. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability necessary to perform this job.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (B.A. / B.S.) in Accounting, Finance or related field or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 3 years of related experience.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including modeling and financial analysis using Excel.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• An MBA.
• At least 5 years finance experience.

Responsibilities

• Identifies process improvements and cost savings and acts as financial resource for divisional leaders on the planning and execution of strategic initiatives; ensures that key business unit decisions are in line with corporate goals.
• Implements financial modeling improvements to enhance process efficiency, to support new initiatives, and to accurately capture the changing business economics and structure.
• Analyzes financial performance versus forecast and plan, investigates variances, and communicates findings and recommendations to unit leadership.
• Develops operational, profitability, expense, and liquidity analysis and other key performance metrics.
• Conducts and supports ad-hoc analyses on issues throughout company as assigned; examples of projects include crew scheduling efficiency, supply chain optimization, and IT strategy.
• Supports Financial Planning team as needed in preparation of quarterly forecasts and annual operating budget; identifies and articulates risks and opportunities relevant to the forecast period.
• Prepares various financial reports on an on-going basis.
• Provides training for Financial Analysts.
• Performs other duties, analyses, reports, and presentations as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Air Transportation