Description
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.
This opportunity is to join our Finance Early-Career Development Program crafted to progress the technical, financial, and leadership skills of early career, underrepresented individuals. A diverse group of candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Participants will be supported through various experiences, including experiential and action learning, course training, mentorship, peer coaching, virtual knowledge sharing, and networking.
During this cohort-based program, you will be fully immersed in our collaborative culture built on diversity of thought. Our teams will be looking for your curiosity and your outstanding point of view. This two-year program allows participants to gain exposure to two areas of interest within FP&A. Candidates will have the option to work with diverse areas in financial, strategic, and technical roles, gaining business partnership knowledge and growing their overall financial foresight at United. Candidates selected for this program will receive continuous growth opportunities outside their direct role through personal and development initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
The Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) department is responsible for leading all aspects of United's budget and forecast, long-term business plan, capital plan and financial analysis. FP&A acts as a challenging business partner, working closely with each organization at United to provide financial and strategic support. Analysts in the FP&A organization will gain in-depth exposure and experience in the airline industry, with assignments that may include:
- Developing department-level and enterprise-wide 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.
Qualifications
What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):
- Bachelor's 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
What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):
- Preferred CISSP, CISA, or CISM
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 JobAccommodations@united.com to request accommodation.
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