Experienced Senior Financial Analyst for Financial Planning Systems - Part Time Remote Opportunity with American Airlines

Introduction to American Airlines and Our Mission

Imagine a career where you can explore a world of possibilities, both at work and during your downtime. Join our American Airlines family, and you'll venture to the far corners of the planet, develop your expertise, and become the best version of yourself. As you embark on a new journey, you'll handle challenges with flexibility and ease, acquiring new skills and propelling your career while having a great time. Feel free to advance both your personal and professional life and jumpstart your career!

Why You'll Love This Job

This position will be part of our partner organization within the Financial Planning Systems space. This role will require a blended background of finance and IT experience. You will be responsible for supporting and developing Financial Systems applications, as they apply to the Finance organization, as well as act as an internal consultant to those groups to identify automation opportunities and develop/provide suitable solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Supports the Hyperion planning application, on an ongoing basis, for forecast and actual financials
• Validates the data from Hyperion Financial Management and from regulators
• Investigates and resolves issues with data, including divisional roll-ups and intercompany transactions
• Supports system maintenance; maintains user permissions
• Supports users with system issues, existing reports, forms, and models
• Assists with preparation of in-depth scenarios and analytical studies on various complex financial issues and competitive industry analyses
• Coordinates and completes monthly headcount process regarding Hyperion
• Updates Hyperion Planning with organizational changes; coordinates hierarchical structure changes with Regulators and GL organization
• Consults with work groups to determine reporting business requirements; proposes and presents efficient solutions
• Creates Essbase cubes, Planning Applications, Reports, as well as forecasting and planning models for Finance divisions

Essential Qualifications and Skills

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Accounting, Information Systems, or equivalent experience/training
• 2 years of work experience in a Finance role, including experience with financial statements, as well as financial modeling and analysis
• Solid IT background, including experience with Oracle and multi-dimensional and relational database structures
• Ability to adapt and be flexible in the use of analytical approaches related to financial issues
• Ability to issue solve, module, and analyze data
• Meticulous with focus on accuracy and ability to prioritize tasks
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Strong communication skills
• Excellent collaboration skills with proven ability to work effectively in diverse situations

Preferred Qualifications

While not required, the following qualifications are preferred:

• Experience using Hyperion, as well as development and implementation experience (including Business Intelligence, Essbase, Planning)

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits

At American Airlines, we believe in investing in our employees' growth and development. As a Senior Financial Analyst, you will have access to various training programs, mentorship opportunities, and career advancement possibilities. You will be able to expand your skill set, deepen your knowledge, and stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices.

Work Environment and Company Culture

Our company culture is built on the principles of inclusion, diversity, and respect. We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we strive to create a work environment that is supportive, collaborative, and empowering. Our 20+ Employee Business Resource Groups are dedicated to connecting our employees to our customers, suppliers, communities, and shareholders, helping employees reach their full potential and fostering an inclusive workplace to address and exceed the needs of our diverse world.

Compensation, Perks, and Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package, including a salary of $25 per hour, as well as a range of benefits, such as:

• Medical benefits: access to health, dental, prescription, and vision benefits to help you stay healthy
• Wellness programs: tools, resources, and support to help you be your best self
• 401(k) program: available upon hire, with employer contributions available after one year
• Additional benefits: Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance, discounts on hotels, cars, cruises, and more

Conclusion

Are you ready to feel a tremendous sense of pride and fulfillment as you do your part to keep the largest airline in the world running smoothly? Do you want to be part of a team that values diversity, inclusion, and respect? If so, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to join our American Airlines family as a Senior Financial Analyst. Don't miss out on this chance to take your career to new heights and be part of a dynamic team that is shaping the future of the airline industry.

Apply now and take the first step towards an exciting and rewarding career with American Airlines!