Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis

We’re looking for motivated, engaged people to help make everyone’s journeys better. Apply business and analytical skills on various projects in corporate planning, financial planning, capital planning, tender analysis, budgeting forecasting and operational performance leading to the identification, quantification, and implementation of practical business solutions for Gate Gourmet’s U.S. division. Main Duties and Responsibilities: Performs tender analysis in conjunction with the business proposal review process to include: Serving as a central point of contact for virtual bid team, compiling and modeling all cost and revenue inputs into P&L, setting pricing to achieve target profit margins, generating comprehensive financial projections and sensitivity analysis, reviewing proposed contractual terms and drafting alternatives for commercial negotiations, and briefing the executive management team on related strategic issues. Conducts financial analysis on profitability enhancing opportunities and strategies, proposes changes to internal processes, and new business strategies. Assists with financial and operational reviews related to business unit performance. Quantifies variances in KPIs and financial results to budget. Analyzes company operating targets for the annual budget process. Assists with the development of budgets and forecast models and projections in conjunction with the operating units as required. Participates in the development of SAP BW Group profit & loss reports to support senior management decision making. Assists with the analyzing of actual results against budget and forecast and prepares written analysis as required. Conducts and supports ad-hoc analysis on issues throughout the company as assigned. Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university required; Business, Economics, Math or Engineering majors preferred. MBA with concentrations in Finance or Operations Management a plus. Work Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience as a financial analyst including profit and loss analysis and KPI analysis required. Previous financial analysis experience within manufacturing, supply chain management, airline and/or airline catering industries preferred. Technical Skills: (Certification, Licenses and Registration) none Language / Communication Skills: Ability to communicate well with internal and external customers verbally and in writing Job Dimensions Geographic Responsibility: USA Type of Employment: Full-time Travel %: None Exemption Classification: Exempt Internal Relationships: Employees at all levels of the organization External Relationships: Customers and vendors Work Environment / Requirements of the Job: Must possess strong financial and analytical skills including experience creating complex financial models and efficiently communicating results through the use of supporting tables, graphs, and presentation quality materials. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, solve problems, make recommendations, and draw valid conclusions in a timely and accurate manner. Must be able to effectively and professionally communicate with management and staff. Must demonstrate sound judgment and reasoning skills. Ability to prioritize and successfully manage multiple projects/deadlines simultaneously. Strong PC skills including MS Word, Excel, Access and Power Point required. Experience with Hyperion Financial Management and SAP Business Warehouse preferred. Normal Office Environment gategroup Competencies Required to be Successful in the Job: Thinking – Information Search and analysis & problem resolution skills Engaging – Understanding others, Team Leadership and Developing People Inspiring – Influencing and building relationships, Motivating and Inspiring, Communicating effectively Achieving – Delivering business results under pressure, Championing Performance Improvement and Customer Focus Demonstrated Values to be Successful in the Position Employees at gategroup are expected to live our Values of Excellence, Integrity, Passion and Accountability. To demonstrate these Values, we expect to observe the following from everyone: We treat each other with respect and we act with integrity We communicate and keep each other informed We put our heads together to problem solve and deliver excellence as a team We have passion for our work and we pay attention to the little details We foster an environment of accountability, take responsibility for our actions and learn from our mistakes We do what we say we will do, when we say we are going to do it We care about our coworkers, always taking an opportunity to make someone’s day better The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as For California Residents, please click here to view our California privacy notice. If you want to be part of a team that helps make travel and culinary memories, join us! gategroup is the global leader in airline catering, retail-on-board and hospitality products and services. gategroup provides passengers with superior culinary and retail experiences, leveraging innovation and advanced technology solutions. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, gategroup delivers operational excellence through the most extensive catering network in the aviation industry, serving passengers from over 200 operating units in over 60 countries/territories across all continents. We work in an exciting industry – fast-paced and ever-changing. Industry trends and customer expectations are constantly evolving and it is critical that we are agile, innovative and ready for change - and our people are our driving force. We offer attractive opportunities to be part of this fast-paced and truly international working environment. For further information, please visit www.gategroup.com.