The Manager supports the operational leadership in business case development, long term financial management, and strategic initiatives. The Manager is responsible for overseeing staff that supports cost center leaders with their quarterly and annual budget preparation and forecasting. The Manager also assists with other ad hoc analysis as requested. This position reports directly to the Director Financial Planning and Analysis.
Essential Responsibilities:
Provide strategic guidance and sound business decision support to cost center leaders through the proper financial analysis, collaboration and good thinking
Utilize financial systems to streamline and automate analysis and reporting
Partner in departmental RFP's and business case development
Create education/awareness and facilitate the utilization of our Corporate policies and procedures including:Business Case Approvals, Contract Review, Disclosure Controls, Procurement/Supply Chain, Related Party Transactions, Signature Authorization, Travel and Expense Reimbursement
Promote communication and collaboration between the operational department and other workgroups
Instill ownership and ensure accountability amongst operational leadership through education and awareness
Assist with contract review with focus on financial & commercial terms and risk mitigation
Identify and implement cost saving opportunities
Analyze productivity trends
Perform ad hoc analyses requested by senior management
Take a significant role in the development of crewmembers to support the engagement, growth, goal achievement and development
Partner in creating and maintaining departmental 3 year and longer-term strategic forecasts for both operating and capital expenses.
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Experience and Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent discipline
Five (5) years of budgeting and/or analytical experience
Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite
Excellent communication and analytical skills
Ability to interact daily with people at different levels within the organization, including developing and maintaining ongoing relationships
Comfortable making presentations to senior leadership
Available for occasional overnight travel (15%)
Pass a ten (10) year background check and pre-employment drug test
Legally eligible to work in the country in which the position is located
Preferred Experience and Qualifications:
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Masters of Business Administration (MBA)
Experience providing high-quality customer service in a matrix structure with a commitment to meeting or exceeding expectations
Crewmember Expectations:
Regular attendance and punctuality
Potential need to work flexible hours and be available to respond on short-notice
Well-groomed and able to maintain a professional appearance
When working or traveling on JetBlue flights, and if time permits, all capable crewmembers are asked to assist with light cleaning of the aircraft
Organizational fit for the JetBlue culture, that is, exhibit the JetBlue values of Safety, Caring, Integrity, Fun and Passion
Must fulfill safety accountabilities as prescribed by JetBlue's Safety Management System
Promote JetBlue's #1 value of safety as a Safety Ambassador, supporting JetBlue's Safety Management System (SMS) components, Safety Policy and behavioral standards
Identify safety concerns, issues, incidents or hazards that should be reported and report them whenever possible and by any means necessary including JetBlue's confidential reporting systems (Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP) or Safety Action Report(SAR))
Responsible for adhering to all applicable laws, regulations (FAA, OSHA, DOT, etc.) and Company policies, procedures and risk controls
Uphold JetBlue's safety performance metric goals and understand how they relate to their duties and responsibilities
Equipment:
Computer and other office equipment
Work Environment:
Normal office environment
Physical Effort:
Generally not required, or up to 10 pounds occasionally, 0 pounds frequently. (Sedentary)
