What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance Analyst position at Elevate Aviation?
Position Overview
The Finance Analyst will be responsible for analyzing financial data, developing forecasts, and supporting strategic business decisions. This role requires strong analytical skills, financial modeling expertise, and the ability to work cross-functionally with different departments.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyze financial data and trends to support business strategy and decision-making.
- Develop financial models, forecasts, and variance analysis to assess performance.
- Assist in budgeting and financial planning processes.
- Prepare financial reports and presentations for management.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide actionable insights.
- Conduct cost-benefit analysis to optimize operational efficiency.
- Work closely with accounting, operations, and other departments to ensure financial accuracy.
- Support ad hoc financial projects and analyses as needed.
- Provide guidance on accounting best practices and financial controls.
- Review financial statements and recommend improvements for accuracy and compliance.
- Advise on tax planning, regulatory compliance, and cost management strategies.
- Support the implementation of accounting systems and process improvements.
- Assist with external accountants and auditors to ensure financial reporting accuracy.
- Offer strategic recommendations on payroll, accounts payable (AP), and accounts receivable (AR) management.
- Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
- 2-5 years of experience in financial analysis, budgeting, or related roles.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, financial modeling, and data analysis.
- Experience with financial software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks, or similar).
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
- Effective communication skills for presenting financial insights to stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
- CPA, CFA, or MBA is a plus.
- Experience in aviation
- Knowledge of SQL, Power BI, or other data visualization tools.