Analyst - Financial Planning & Analysis (Digital Technology)

There’s never been a more exciting time to join United Airlines. We’re on a path towards becoming the best airline in the history of aviation. Our shared purpose – Connecting People, Uniting the World – is about more than getting people from one place to another. It also means that as a global company that operates in hundreds of locations around the world with millions of customers and tens of thousands of employees, we have a unique responsibility to uplift and provide opportunities in the places where we work, live and fly, and we can only do that with a truly diverse and inclusive workforce. And we’re growing – in the years ahead, we’ll hire tens of thousands of people across every area of the airline. Our careers include a competitive benefits package aimed at keeping you happy, healthy and well-traveled. From employee-run "Business Resource Group" communities to world-class benefits like parental leave, 401k and privileges like space available travel, United is truly a one-of-a-kind place to work. Are you ready to travel the world?

We believe that inclusion helps us thrive and grow at United across our collaborative Finance teams consisting of Financial Planning & Analysis, Internal Audit, Treasury, Global Procurement, Controllership, Investor Relations and more. These teams provide the financial fuel that keeps our operation running from providing detailed analyses of financial planning, performance, and forecasts to managing our investments and financial strategies. Our Finance team plays an integral role in making our airline profitable and successful by meeting our financial goals.

The Digital Technology Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) team is responsible for overseeing Uniteds budget and forecast, long-term business plan, capital plan and financial analysis related to all aspects of technology and cybersecurity. FP&A acts as a challenging business partner, working closely with leaders of the Digital Technology and Cybersecurity and Digital Risk departments at United to provide financial and strategic support. Analysts will gain in-depth exposure and experience in the airline industry, with assignments that may include:

• Developing department-level annual and long-term budgets
• Developing the annual capital plan and analytical support for capital investment decisions
• Performing complex analyses, such as evaluating labor efficiency or growth opportunities
• Developing profitability and cash flow forecasts
• Analyzing cost trends and resource utilization and developing performance measurements

United values diverse experiences, perspectives, and we encourage everyone who meets the minimum qualifications to apply. While having the “desired” qualifications make for a stronger candidate, we encourage applicants who may not feel they check ALL of those boxes! We are always looking for individuals who will bring something new to the table.

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration or related area of study
• +1 year of work experience which may include completion of at least one internship in a finance-related field or work experience in an analytical role
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, specifically Excel and PowerPoint
• Track record of outstanding analytical and problem solving skills
• Proven ability to prioritize a range of responsibilities
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work well with others
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
• Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
• Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact JobAccommodationsunited.com to request accommodation.