Department:
Finance
Our Company Promise
We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.
Job Description:
Job Summary
All of Southwest’s People come together to deliver on our Purpose; Connecting People to what’s important in their lives through friendly, reliable, and low-cost air travel. The Senior Manager Controllerinvests in the future of Southwest through their People Leadership and management in the Controller space. This role will embrace innovative possibilities in the Finance space, particularly through exploring new technologies, processes, data, and People. The Senior Manager Controller is a detail orientated thinker who is ready to drive the future of Southwest’s Finance Department.
There are two positions for this role. One provides Leadership to a Team of experienced professionals with vast knowledge of risk identification and management. This roleprovides financial risk oversight to the Enterprise and protects against accepting costly and unmanageable risk.They’ll also manage the Company's annual SOX compliance audit and partners cross-functionally to remediate audit findings. The other role provides Leadership to a team of experienced professionals with a solid knowledge of core finance processes and systems dedicated to developing and deploying innovative solutions using continuous improvement, data analytics, automation, and optimization products.They’ll play a critical role in supporting compliance with regulatory (DOT) requirements and SEC requirements (ESG).
The culture of Southwest Airlines means we embrace a flexible workplace and value the camaraderie, collaboration, and innovation that occurs when we come together and interact face-to-face at our vibrant Corporate Campus. This role is a hybrid position based out of our Corporate Campus in Dallas, TX, which requires Employees to work onsite on our Corporate Campus at least three days a week. The Department designates the specific three days of the week Employees must work on-site.
Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We continue to look for opportunities to reflect the communities we serve, and welcome applicants with diverse thoughts, backgrounds, and experiences.
Model the Southwest Way
Guide and lead Team Members using SWA talent management practices to coach, develop, and engage Employees
Adhere to Company values and competencies to foster a Culture of inclusion, recognition, and support of a safe work environment
Invest in Leadership and self-growth through participating in continuous learning and development
Responsibilities
Maintain strong working knowledge of EVP/CFO organization purpose, goals and vision, and utilize knowledge to identify potential business and financial risks, develop mitigation plans, and be forward- thinking
Provide routine feedback and insights on business performance to Controller Leadership, leveraging key performance indicators
Consult on complex enterprise-wide financial and operational systems and projects impacting Finance and communicate associated risks, controls, and compliance
Examine department and system controls, processes, policies, and procedures on a regular basis, and explore ideas to optimize and enhance without limiting effectiveness
Create, communicate, and manage the execution of a strategic Team Vision that aligns with the Controller and Company Visions
Partner with technology planning and project management resources to guide Controller initiatives and Finance-impacting projects through the technology planning and budgeting implementation processes
Represent Southwest Airlines at industry forums and take a Leadership role on industry committees
Communicate updates and actionable, data-driven recommendations on Department and cross-functional activities at the Executive level
May perform other job duties as directed by Employee's Leaders
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources
Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing Customer and personal services, including Customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of Customer Satisfaction
Skilled in anticipating future or strategic trends within the industry and assessing implications for the Department
Skilled in translating objectives into well-defined strategies, plans, priorities, and assignments for functional area
Skilled in effectively communicating information and ideas in a concise and compelling story-line using all forms of communication, tailoring tone, style and content to the intended audience up to the executive level
Skilled in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
Skilled in identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
Ability to achieve both the Teams’ goals and Members’ development by means of coaching, to increase their own proficiency, and performance as a result
Ability to quickly analyze and guide business decisions through unique insights, strategic advice on trends, industry, market factors, and other drivers while mitigating financial and business risks
Education
- Required: High School Diploma or GED
Experience
- Demonstrated experience in directly or indirectly leading Team(s)
- Fully functioning, broad knowledge in:
- Financial and operations systems and/or processes
- Presentation and explanation of financial results to various levels of leadership
Physical Abilities
- Ability to perform work duties from limited space workstation/desk/office area for extended periods of time
- Ability to communicate and interact with others in the English language to meet the demands of the job
- Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed and accuracy to meet the demands of the job
Other Qualifications
- Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines
- Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines
- Must meet confidentiality expectations as to confidential, proprietary, and sensitive Company information
- Must have the flexibility to work extended hours, including occasional weekends, and Company holidays
Pay & Benefits
Competitive market salary from$137,250-152,500 per year* depending on qualifications and experience, with opportunity for future pay increases based on performance and market movement. For eligible leadership and individual contributor roles, additional bonus opportunities are available and awarded at the discretion of the company.
Benefits you’ll love:
- Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible dependents too)
- Southwest will help fund your Retirement Savings Plan with Company contributions up to 9.3% of your eligible earnings**
- Potential for annual ProfitSharing contribution in the Southwest Retirement Savings Plan- when Southwest profits, you profit***
- Competitive health insurance for you and your eligible dependents (including pets)
- Southwest offers health plan coverage options that start from the very first day of employment. You will have 30 days to select and enroll in your health plan with coverage retroactively available to your first day of employment.
- Explore more Benefits you’ll love: https://careers.southwestair.com/benefits
*Pay amount doesn’t guarantee employment for any particular period of time
**401(k) match contributions are subject to the plan’s vesting schedule and applicable IRS limits
***ProfitSharing contributions are subject to plan’s vesting schedule and are made at the discretion of the Company
Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Job Posting End Date09/01/2024