Finance Analyst

Full-time - Entry Level

Charlotte, NC

1,001-5,000 employees

Air Transportation

About the position

The Finance Analyst assists in the design and implementation of the company's comprehensive strategic financial plan. Tracks financial and productivity performance, and is involved with financial forecasting, development of operating and capital plans, staffing analysis, cost reduction and process improvement strategies.

Responsibilities

• Development of the annual operating budget and models used to forecast operating expenditures.
• Coordinates near and long-term planning activities to ensure consistency and compliance with corporate American Airlines action plans.
• Evaluates competitive strategies and industry trends to determine impact on current or contemplated action plans.
• Assists management during labor negotiations by developing and utilizing costing models to determine the financial impact of union and company economic proposals.
• Creates business cases and financial analysis for capital proposals in order to secure capital funding.
• Coordinates annual capital plan process and tracks actual and forecasted capital spending on current/future projects.
• Completes monthly financial close and the review of business expenses.
• Presents results to senior management in a clear and concise manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the department and company.
• Responsible for the Company's Security and Safety Management System (SMS) and associated Safety Risk Management and Safety Assurance outputs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics and/or Accounting
• Proficient computer skills: Microsoft Excel
• Ability to speak, read and write in English
• If hired, must be able to demonstrate that you are authorized to work in the US

Nice-to-haves

• Previous work experience in the financial field.

Benefits

• Travel privileges on the American Airlines global network
• A generous vacation plan designed to let you enjoy your travel perks
• 401(k) with company match
• American Airlines Group (AAG) profit-sharing and bonus opportunities
• A choice of three health plan options, all with nationwide coverage with the UnitedHealthcare Choice Plus network
• Premium dental coverage
• Vision plan options provided, including a plan that covers both glasses and contacts every year
• Benefits navigation services, including finding a doctor, scheduling an appointment, understanding your medical bills, and free second opinion services
• Access to 24-hour virtual urgent care services
• Family planning and fertility treatment
• LGBTQ+ friendly services including gender affirming care, assistance finding knowledgeable providers, and family planning
• Company-paid Life and AD&D Insurance, Short-term and Long-term Disability, and supplemental life insurance options for spouses and dependent children
• Flexible Spending Accounts for both Health Care and Dependent Care services
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program providing a range of services, including 5 free in-person sessions with a health care professional