What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Analyst - Forecasting & Modeling position at mba Aviation?
Position Title: Financial Analyst – Forecasting & Modeling
Experience: One to three years
Status: Full Time Employee
Job Location: Arlington, Virginia or London, United Kingdom
Business Hours: 9:00-5:30 M-F (Hybrid, 3 days in-person)
Start Date: Immediately
Salary: Commensurate with Experience
Travel: 0% - 5%
Responsibilities
· Assist in developing and maintaining Excel based advanced valuation and economic models, including financial decision models used in commercial aircraft asset backed securitizations (ABS).
· Maintain expertise on aircraft maintenance practices for forecasting accuracy.
· Perform business valuation & due diligence on aviation investments for private equity & hedge fund.
· Engage in business development activity including client presentations, proposals, & conferences.
· Procure data, perform research and conduct other project related analysis using proprietary internal data and external publications.
· Keep up-to-date on industry news, assets, and financial atmosphere;
Qualifications
Required
· Undergraduate degree in accounting, finance, business, aviation, or other related degree.
· Strong comprehension of finance fundamentals
· Advanced Excel financial modelling skills
· Authorization to work in the United States or United Kingdom (Employment Eligibility Verification (I-9) Form)
Preferred
· Other experience within the aviation industry, transportation finance, or asset backed securitizations
· Understanding of the business dynamics of airlines and aircraft lessors
· Experience with programming languages