Sr Mgr FP&A

Department:Financial Planning & Analysis

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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:Southwest firmly believes that our People are our greatest asset, and Leaders within the Company support our People by ensuring all have equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. The Manager Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) leads FP&A Business Partners that support four technology portfolios: Commercial, Customer, Cybersecurity, and Technology Common Platforms and Cloud. In addition, this role collaborates with teams in Technology, Supply Chain, the Vendor Management Office, Workforce Planning, and the Project Management Office (PMO) to deliver strategic projects and initiatives through financial planning and analysis, governance support, SOW approvals, etc. The Manager FP&A is a strong communicator with a continuous improvement mindset ready to contribute to the financial well-being of Southwest. Additional Details: 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 at a Company facility at least three days a week. The Department designates the specific three days of the week Employees must work on-site. U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available.

Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We continue to look for opportunities to reflect the communities we serve, and welcome applicants with diverse thoughts, backgrounds, and experiences.

Model the Southwest Way toGuide and lead Team Members using SWA talent management practices to coach, develop, and engage EmployeesAdhere to Company values and competencies to foster a Culture of inclusion, recognition, and support of a safe work environmentInvest in Leadership and self-growth through participating in continuous learning and development

ResponsibilitiesAdvise and guide financial, variance, and trending analysis for key cost drivers and metricsAdvise and guide the development of new financial models and improve accuracy and insights of current financial modelsEstablish deliverable timelines ensuring plans, analysis, projects, and/or presentations are delivered on timeOversee and contribute to comprehensive financial, analytical, and decision support at the Team, Department, and/or Executive levelIdentify and execute opportunities that improve agility, efficiency, accuracy, and capabilities of FP&A processes and deliverables proactivelyResearch new financial products or analytics to determine their usefulness and advise on strong systems and technology solutions in support of Finance business processesReview and approve the methodologies, models, and tools used by embedded TeamsGuide the Department in achieving its long-term vision of a Successful FP&A DepartmentSupport and lead parts of the FP&A Digital Transformation planAdvise and guide the Department's overall data strategy, data reliability, and data availabilityMay perform other job duties as directed by Employee's Leaders

Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial dataKnowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resourcesKnowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, data analytics, financial forecasting methods, data science model design, and their applicationsKnowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefitsSkilled in collecting, organizing, visualizing, and assimilating data, including turning raw data into meaningful information using data-oriented programming languages and visualization softwareSkilled in understanding and applying information to contribute to the organization’s strategic planSkilled in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problemsAbility to listen to, understand, and communicate ideas presented in writing and/or in speaking with othersAbility to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make senseAbility to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events)EducationRequired: High School Diploma or GED

ExperienceDemonstrated experience in directly or indirectly leading team(s)Preferred: Knowledge of fleet and financial analysis and long-term planning Preferred: Experience in Alteryx, Excel modeling and Anaplan Fully functioning, broad knowledge in:Achieving results by maximizing teams through Leadership, feedback, coaching, and developing talent for long-term successDeveloping teams, their strategic vision, future goals, and objectivesBusiness acumen to optimize the operations of the Team and achieve financial targetsIdentifying tasks and responsibilities that should be delegated; resists the temptation to “do it yourself,” enabling others to take action, make decision, and learn from their experiences

Licensing/CertificationN/A

Physical AbilitiesAbility to perform work duties from limited space work station/desk/office area for extended periods of timeAbility to communicate and interact with others in the English language to meet the demands of the jobAbility to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed and accuracy to meet the demands of the job

Other QualificationsMust be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986Must be at least 18 years of ageMust be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelinesMust maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelinesPay & BenefitsCompetitive market salary from $151,400 to $168,200 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, perpaycheck *• 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.

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Job Posting End Date04/19/2024