Financial Analyst

Ascent Aviation Services • Marana, AZ

7h • Onsite

About The Position

As a Financial Analyst at Ascent Aviation Services, you will be a key player in shaping financial strategy and improving processes. You will provide strategic financial planning, in-depth analysis, and process optimization, directly reporting to the CFO. Your role will be crucial in aligning financial operations with the company's tactical and strategic growth and profitability objectives.

As a 24/7 operation, we have openings across all shifts, including days, evenings, weekends, and 12-hour schedules. Candidates must be flexible and willing to work any shift based on operational needs.

Requirements

• Power user and expert proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex financial modeling, analysis of large data sets, and integration with third-party cloud-based planning tools.
• High proficiency with Power BI and other data visualization tools for effective reporting and decision support.
• Familiarity with cloud-based planning and reporting systems such as Adaptive Planning, Datarails, Vena, Trovata, etc.
• Solid foundational knowledge of financial accounting principles, and US GAAP.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and critical thinking skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and consistently deliver accurate results under tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging effectively with senior management and various internal and external stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance with a minimum of 12 completed accounting course credits is mandatory.
• 1-2 years of experience in an FP&A role is preferred, but motivated recent graduates with high growth potential will be considered.
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time.
• Frequent bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, kneeling, balancing, and reaching above shoulder level.
• Occasional crawling, climbing, lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
• Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity.
• Corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
• Employees are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with company policies and government regulations. These rules are written in the interest of preserving the lives and the resources entrusted to each employee, and when the rules are violated, the risk of a mishap is usually increased.
• Employees shall participate in safety education programs and train to recognize hazards on the job and how to report them promptly. As a condition of employment, each member of Ascent Aviation agrees to report errors, incidents, and accidents honestly.
• An employee who observes an unsafe action or condition should bring it to the attention of supervisors and managers. Certain conditions may allow the employee to easily correct or condition a situation.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree or relevant professional certification (e.g. CFA) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare annual operating plan (AOP) at division-department level and assist controller with monthly analysis of actual to plan variances. Act as a trusted partner and internal financial SME to educate and provide guidance and insight to operational directors regarding the AOP, rolling monthly forecasts, and financial review of capital expenditures. Create and maintain master headcount plan to ensure all changes to headcount and wages align to the operating plan and forecast.
• Prepare and maintain debt and liquidity covenant analysis integrated with the annual operating plan, rolling monthly forecasts, and 13-week cash flow forecast to ensure ongoing conformance. Flag potential non-compliance issues to executive team as soon as possible to enable remediation actions.
• Evaluate, maintain, and enhance management reporting to track progress and performance against financial and operational goals. Provide clear analysis on what happened, its implications, and recommended go-forward actions.
• Deliver actionable insights using advanced financial models and data analysis to provide accurate reporting which provides answers to critical business questions.
• Apply best practices to keep FP&A processes relevant amidst evolving business models, data management needs, and systems architecture.
• Lead the preparation and execution of annual operating and capex budgets, ensuring alignment with the company’s tactical and strategic objectives.
• Prepare monthly plan variance analyses at division-department level, prepare detailed analyses, and provide guidance to assist with decision making.
• Prepare financial schedules, presentation slides, and MD&A to support quarterly lender reporting packages and Board of Director meetings.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401k with Company Match
• PTO - Eligible for 4 Weeks in your First Year, in Addition to 7 Paid Company Holidays
• Company-Provided Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• Development and Career Growth Opportunities

What This Job Offers

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