Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis

Piedmont Airlines•Charlotte, NC

12d•$71,000 - $120,000

About The Position

We can’t wait to share our passion for aviation with you! Join a team that works hard, cares for each other and offers plenty of opportunities to grow. At Piedmont Airlines, our strength is the way we deliver industry-leading service to our customers and airline partners. To continue our standard of excellence, Piedmont is seeking a motivated and forward-thinking leader to join our team as Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A). This role is critical in shaping financial strategy and operational efficiency across the organization. The primary responsibilities of this position are to lead a team of analysts to provide financial oversight and to drive strategic initiatives across all departments. This position will also conduct long-range planning, competitive benchmarking, and process improvement. The successful candidate will have five years of relevant experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field. This position will report to the Director, Financial Planning and Analysis.

Requirements

Five (5) years of relevant experience in a corporate finance setting
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or another quantitative field
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
Proficiency in Power BI or Tableau
Strong understanding of economic and financial concepts
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
Exceptional communication and presentation skills

Nice To Haves

Master of Business Administration (MBA) or equivalent advanced degree
Experience implementing AI-driven solutions in financial planning or operational processes
Prior leadership experience managing teams in a dynamic environment

Responsibilities

Lead the FP&A team to deliver accurate, timely, and insightful financial analysis
Create annual operating and capital budgets while monitoring compliance throughout the year
Own monthly close and forecast processes, ensuring precision and timeliness
Review all deliverables for accuracy and adherence to deadlines
Conduct financial and operational analyses to support strategic decisions
Integrate generative AI tools (e.g. Microsoft Copilot Suite) into FP&A workflows to automate reporting, improve forecasting accuracy, and drive efficiency
Use AI-driven insights to identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize resource allocation
Drive process improvements and implement best practices across financial planning
Provide leadership, mentorship, and development opportunities for analyst team
Deliver recurring reports, ad-hoc reports, and presentations to senior leadership