Senior Financial Analyst - Colorado Springs Airport

City of Colorado Springs • Colorado Springs, CO

8d • Onsite

About The Position

In this position, as the most senior member of the airport finance team, you will provide assistance to the Manager of Finance at the Colorado Springs Airport. Your work will include all aspects of finance functions related to the Airport, including budget, forecast, accounting, grant management, rates and charges, revenue and expense tracking, cash management, the capital program, and compliance with regulatory agencies. You will also be responsible for managing the airport’s financial models. The Colorado Springs Airport (COS) is a vibrant, city-owned hub in the heart of Colorado, serving as the primary gateway for the Pikes Peak Region and Southern Colorado. With three runways, COS is the state's second-largest airport, handling nearly 177,000 aircraft operations and 2.5 million passengers annually. Offering stunning views of Pikes Peak, it provides visitors with a warm Colorado welcome and is a key driver of regional economic growth, attracting business, conventions, and tourism. Spanning nearly 7,200 acres, COS is home to Peak Innovation Park and many diverse business centers including commercial, corporate, and military aviation. Come explore the possibilities a career with the City of Colorado Springs can offer! We're an accredited pay equity employer! Your starting pay will be within the posted hiring range based on your years of experience and education. See the full potential of growth for this position here: 2026 Salary Schedule

Requirements

• Knowledge of: Data collection, research, and report preparation
• Knowledge of: Pertinent federal, state, local laws, codes, and regulations
• Knowledge of: Accounting theory and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Knowledge of: Principles and practices of budget preparation and administration
• Knowledge of: Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Ability to: Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to: Collect, evaluate, interpret, and present complex information and data
• Ability to: Establish, maintain, and foster effective working relationships
• Ability to: Maintain confidential and sensitive information
• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in aviation management, marketing, economics, finance, business administration, public administration, or other research-intensive field
• Five years of full-time professional analytical experience

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in an airport environment, public sector environment, airline Industry, and/or finance industry
• Experience using PeopleSoft Financials, Microsoft Office Suite, Tableau, Cirium Diio, and PROPworks
• Experience using modern financial and business analytics tools
• Master’s degree in finance, business administration, or related field

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of the annual budget, financial models, rates and charges
• Prepare, coordinate, and collaborate on activities such as financial reports, budget transfers, journal entries, legal review of airport agreements, and fiscal reporting
• Research, collect, compile, analyze, and present information from a variety of sources on specialized topics, including complex financial, budgetary, and administrative issues; prepare comprehensive technical records, reports, and summaries to present and interpret data, identify alternatives, and make recommendations
• Participate in the development and implementation of financial programs, systems, procedures, and methods of operation
• Perform a variety of complex operational and analytical duties and make recommendations to leadership
• Participate in the development, maintenance, and oversite of the airport's Capital Improvement Program
• Manage federal, state, and local grants, the Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) and Customer Facility Charge (CFC) programs
• Develop operating policies and procedures; Review, analyze, and enhance processes and work functions
• Assist with the direction, oversight, and day-to-day decision making of the Finance team
• Interact with local, federal, and state agencies, governing boards, banks, business districts, City Council, the Mayor's Office, Airport Advisory Council, and other City departments
• Occasionally travel to industry conferences, workshops, or other training
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Accredited pay equity employer
• Additional compensation depending on the position, area of assignment, and specific job assignments, including shift differential, pay differential, acting or lead, special assignment, hazard pay, longevity, cell phone allowance, uniform allowance, relocation, awards, standby, call out, compensatory time off, tuition, overtime, extra duty, incentive, holiday premium, proficiency, and vacation sell back.

What This Job Offers

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