Job Description
Department: Financial Planning & Analysis
Our Company Promise
We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.
Job Description:
Job Summary
Responsible for creating and delivering the foundation of FP&A products and services. Partners with FP&A Partners and Leaders to communicate business performance results and provide insights, align on key business drivers and/or implications to the overall business based on financial results, and document inputs/outputs and assumptions to update models and financial plans.
Additional details :
There are two positions for this role. One supports Network & Markets and will provide key stakeholders with comprehensive details regarding flight profitability in a timely manner . Their reports give an accurate representation of market - level business performance. This role also collaborates with Teams in Network Planning to ensure they have the information they need to gauge performance, track progress toward goals , and guide capacity decisions that align with strategic initiatives. The other role supports the FP&A Technology Team and will partner with several Employees to ensure costs are captured accurately through various forecast cycles. This role is part of an impactful Team tasked with providing efficient and effective information and recommendations to ensure targets and project benefits are set accurately .
The culture of Southwest Airlines means we embrace a flexible workplace and value the camaraderie, collaboration, and innovation that occurs when we come together and interact face-to-face at our vibrant Corporate Campus. This role is a hybrid position based out of our Corporate Campus in Dallas, TX, which requires Employees to work onsite on our Corporate Campus at least three days a week. The Department de signates t he specific three days of the week Employees must work on-site.
U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. is required , and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available.
Responsibilities
Review financial results, comparing and analyzing actuals versus plan, forecast, and prior year to analyze the cause of variances, identify trends, and monitor impacts to key performance indicators
Partner with Accounting to provide input to monthly and quarterly financial close process, ensuring accurate, complete, and timely data and reporting
Execute, maintain, and enhance reporting for Companywide and Department financial reviews, business performance reviews, and forecasts
Audit and test financial data quality and outputs to ensure the highest degree of confidence in forecasts and reports for internal and external reporting
Improve and help streamline processes
May perform other job duties as directed by Employee’s Leaders
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of financial principles and practices and how to utilize them, and the analysis and reporting of financial data
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources
Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits
Skilled in understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making
Skilled in collecting, organizing, visualizing and assimilating data, including turning raw data into meaningful information using data-oriented programming languages and visualization software
Skilled in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
Skilled in understanding and applying information to contribute to the organization’s strategic plan
Ability to listen to, understand, and communicate ideas presented in writing and/or in speaking with others
Education
Required: High School Diploma or GED
Experience
Intermediate-level experience, fully functioning broad knowledge in:
Analyzing operational and financial data
Building budgets and forecasts of future company performance
Preparing financial reports
Preferred: Strong accounting background utilizing Tableau, SQL, Alteryx, SAP, Ariba, and Excel is beneficial in transitioning to this role but isn't required .
Licensing/Certification
N/A
Physical Abilities
Ability to perform work duties from limited space work station/desk/office area for extended periods of time
Ability to communicate and interact with others in the English language to meet the demands of the job
Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed and accuracy to meet the demands of the job
Other Qualifications
Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines
Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines
Pay & Benefits:
Competitive market salary from $72,800 per year to $80,900 per year* depending on qualifications and experience. For eligible Leadership and individual contributor roles, additional bonus opportunities are available and awarded at the discretion of the company.
Benefits you’ll love:
- Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible dependents too)
- Up to a 9.3% 401(k) Company match, dollar for dollar, of your eligible pay, per
paycheck *
- Potential for annual ProfitSharing contribution toward retirement - when
Southwest profits, you profit**
- Explore more Benefits you’ll love: https://careers.southwestair.com/benefits
- Pay amount does not guarantee employment for any particular period of time.
**401(k) match contributions are subject to the plan’s vesting schedule and applicable IRS limits
***ProfitSharing contributions are subject to plan’s vesting schedule and are made at the discretion of the Company.
Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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