Senior Analyst FP&A

JetBlue Airways Corporation•New York, NY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Analyst Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) identifies, models and recommends ideas pertaining to financial risks and opportunities within the business, leveraging the Finance Team as well as cross-functional relationships. Among other responsibilities, the Senior Analyst manages short and long-term forecasts, understands the airline industry and JetBlue’s strategy as it pertains to the competitive landscape and communicates financial plans and concepts to JetBlue crewmembers, including members of the Executive Leadership Team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field; OR demonstrated capability to perform job responsibilities with a combination of a High School Diploma/GED and at least four (4) years of previous relevant work experience
Three (3) years of financial modeling, working with financial systems, analytical reasoning and presentation experience in a professional setting (i.e. FP&A, Corporate Finance, Accounting, Investment Banking, Consulting, etc.)
Ability to work alongside and communicate effectively with different groups and organizational levels across JetBlue
Ability to drive results under the tight deadlines
Strong attention to detail and focus on accuracy
Ability to multi-task across a variety of projects, departments and timelines
Proficient Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
Available for occasional overnight travel (15%)
Must pass a pre-employment drug test
Must be legally eligible to work in the country in which the position is located
Authorization to work in the US is required, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Nice To Haves

Master of Business Administration (MBA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or appropriate post-graduate degree or licensing
Experience querying large data sets using Structured Query Language (SQL) and using analytical tools such as Tableau
Effective communication across myriad channels and groups including Executive Leadership
Advanced forecasting and modeling capabilities and financial systems expertise

Responsibilities

Drive departmental operating forecasting (short and long term), ensuring all department forecasts are accurate and communicated to department leadership
Collaborate with Managers and above to provide strategic guidance and sound business decision support to cost center leaders through proper financial analysis, collaboration and critical thinking
Prepare material to be presented to Executive Leadership and Board Members including the annual operating plan, quarterly earnings, and monthly business reviews
Build and maintain strong relationships with the business, communicating effectively to ensure key stakeholders are informed and aligned on financial goals and results
Fulfill and manage ad hoc requests including complex analysis as requested by Senior Management and projects requiring cross-functional coordination
Other duties as assigned