Director Financial Planning and Analysis — SeaTac, WA

About the Team

Guided by our purpose, core values, and leadership principles, Alaska Airlines is creating an airline people love. Our corporate teams set the strategies and operational plans to ensure the success of our company. Whether we use our expertise in accounting, human resources, finance, planning, legal, marketing, or any of our operational divisions, our shared passion for travel and our guests is what motivates us to achieve excellence each day.

About the Role

The Director, Divisional Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) serves as the strategic financial partner to the Maintenance and Engineering operating division. Embedded directly within the division, this role acts as the CFO for the group, driving operating and capital expense discipline while delivering value-added analysis.

You will set the long-term financial strategy and oversee financial performance, working closely with division leadership to support operations while containing costs. This position requires a deep dive into variances and trends to understand underlying drivers, helping to drive structural fixes and realignment with cost trajectories. Beyond the numbers, you will shape the culture of the team through action and presence, fostering strategic thinking and developing talent across disciplines.

Our Culture & Values

We embody our values to own safety, do the right thing, be caring and kind, and deliver performance. We are committed to fair, unbiased compensation and competitive benefits in all locations where we operate.

Equal Opportunity

Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Horizon Air are committed to equal opportunity in all terms, conditions, and benefits of employment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other legally protected categories. We recruit, hire, train, and promote qualified persons without regard to these protected statuses.

Application Process

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Work location

Work model: On-site

4029, South 170th Street, McMicken Heights, SeaTac, King County, Washington, 98188, United States

SeaTac, Washington

Key Responsibilities

check_circleEstablish strategic goals and provide direction for the finance team
check_circleSet long-term budgeting strategy and act as primary financial partner to divisional leadership
check_circleLead the budgeting strategy and planning process with integrated divisionally-owned budget plans
check_circleEnsure timely and accurate monthly closing, forecasting, and reporting processes
check_circleReview monthly financial performance to identify variances, trends, and potential issues
check_circleConduct root cause analysis on variances to drive structural fixes and cost realignment
check_circleManage investments through ownership of the business case process and capital management
check_circleProvide consultation to stakeholders on important decisions and promote financial literacy
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Requirements

verified8 years of direct financial planning and analysis experience
verified5 years of leadership experience with at least 2 years leading people
verifiedBachelor's degree in accounting or economics (or 2 additional years of training/experience)
verifiedStrong working knowledge of NPV, ROIC, cash flow, activity-based costing, and large data sets
verifiedHigh proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access)
verifiedHigh school diploma or equivalent
verifiedMinimum age of 18
verifiedMust be authorized to work in the U.S.

Nice to Have

Master's degree in business administration, finance, economics, math, or statistics. CPA and/or CFA qualifications. 5 years of experience working in the airline industry or related fields. Experience with PeopleSoft, Cognos TM1, Brio, Tableau, or related query tools.

Benefits & Perks

check_circleFree stand-by travel privileges on Alaska, Hawaiian & Horizon Air with high priority statuscheck_circleSelect number of confirmed travel credits provided annuallycheck_circleComprehensive well-being programs including medical, dental and vision benefitscheck_circleGenerous 401k match programAnnual bonus plans

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Financial Planning And Analysis, Budgeting, Forecasting, Monthly Close, Root Cause Analysis, Capital Management, Financial Modeling, NPV, Roic, Cash Flow.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Economics, or 2 years of equivalent training/experience; High school diploma or equivalent; Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Math, or Statistics (Preferred).

Frequently asked questions about Director Financial Planning & Analysis at Alaska Airlines

What does a Director Financial Planning & Analysis at Alaska Airlines do?expand_more

Day-to-day, the Director Financial Planning & Analysis at Alaska Airlines will establish strategic goals and provide direction for the finance team; set long-term budgeting strategy and act as primary financial partner to divisional leadership; lead the budgeting strategy and planning process with integrated divisionally-owned budget plans; and ensure timely and accurate monthly closing, forecasting, and reporting processes.

What are the requirements for this Director Financial Planning & Analysis role?expand_more

To qualify for the Director Financial Planning & Analysis at Alaska Airlines position, applicants should have: 8 years of direct financial planning and analysis experience; 5 years of leadership experience with at least 2 years leading people; Bachelor's degree in accounting or economics (or 2 additional years of training/experience); Strong working knowledge of NPV, ROIC, cash flow, activity-based costing, and large data sets; High proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access); and High school diploma or equivalent.

Where is the Director Financial Planning & Analysis role at Alaska Airlines located?expand_more

Director Financial Planning & Analysis at Alaska Airlines is based in 4029, South 170th Street, McMicken Heights, SeaTac, King County, Washington, 98188, United States. This is a on-site role.

Is this Director Financial Planning & Analysis job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more

Alaska Airlines has listed this Director Financial Planning & Analysis role as on-site.

How much experience is required for this Director Financial Planning & Analysis role?expand_more

Director Financial Planning & Analysis at Alaska Airlines typically requires 8+ years of relevant experience at the lead level.

What skills do you need for the Director Financial Planning & Analysis role at Alaska Airlines?expand_more

Key skills for Director Financial Planning & Analysis at Alaska Airlines include Financial Planning And Analysis; Budgeting; Forecasting; Monthly Close; Root Cause Analysis; Capital Management; Financial Modeling; and NPV.

What education is required for Director Financial Planning & Analysis at Alaska Airlines?expand_more

Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Economics, or 2 years of equivalent training/experience; High school diploma or equivalent; and Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Math, or Statistics (Preferred).

What category does the Director Financial Planning & Analysis role belong to?expand_more

Director Financial Planning & Analysis at Alaska Airlines is part of the accounting & finance job category on Recrutus.

Director Financial Planning & Analysis