Financial Planning Analyst, Business and Strategic Planning

Piedmont Airlines•Charlotte, NC

2d•$55,000 - $70,000

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, reliable professional to join our team as a Financial Planning Analyst, Business and Strategic Planning. The primary responsibility of the position is to drive cost efficiencies through analysis of complex data, driving actionable results. The successful candidate will have advanced problem-solving, communication, and analytical skills. This position will report to the Senior Director, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A).

Requirements

Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills
Strong communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal
Experience with financial and labor modeling
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
Proficiency in creating interactive dashboards, reports, and visualizations using Business Intelligence (BI) tools
Adaptable and motivated to contribute to an environment of continuous improvement
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or another relevant field

Nice To Haves

One (1) year FP&A experience in similar industry role
Master of Business Administration (MBA) or advanced certification

Responsibilities

Analyze financial data and performance metrics to identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement
Develop comprehensive reports and dashboards to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders
Evaluate current processes and workflows to identify opportunities for increased efficiency; work with cross-functional teams to implement best practices and process improvements
Support the budgeting and forecasting processes by providing insights into cost drivers and productivity metrics
Assist in the development of financial models to project the impact of productivity initiatives
Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to productivity and efficiency; regularly review and adjust metrics to ensure alignment with organizational goals
Provide actionable recommendations based on financial analysis to improve cost performance and operational efficiency
Collaborate with management to prioritize and execute productivity enhancement initiatives
Effectively communicate findings and recommendations to various stakeholders, including senior management, to facilitate informed decision-making