Tradewind Aviation is a leading Part 135 commuter and on-demand private charter operator with operational bases at the Waterbury/Oxford, CT (OXC), Westchester, NY (HPN), Stuart, FL (SUA) and San Juan, PR (SJU) airports. Founded by aviation enthusiasts in 2001 on the premise that all flights deserve the highest quality aircraft, crew, and service, Tradewind provides personal air travel—both private and scheduled service—throughout North America and the Caribbean.

For more details visit www.flytradewind.com

ABOUT THE CANDIDATE / ROLE 

Tradewind Aviation is currently seeking a FP & A Analyst to join a dynamic Finance team located in our Middlebury, Connecticut headquarters. This position is a critical role that will be tasked with analyzing the performance of the business, monthly forecasting, financial planning, analyzing financial statements and reports , developing financial models and performing ad hoc analysis as requested and working with Sr. Manager of FP&A, CFO and management to provide insights and recommendations on business strategy and key business decisions. This individual should have an inquisitive and analytic approach to finding solutions to business problems and be comfortable interacting with all levels and roles in the organization working cross-functionally. This role will interact regularly the Controller and finance team of Tradewind Aviation to present findings and discuss monthly analytic insight on overall business and P&L performance. Must be able to work flexible hours and schedule, on-site daily. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Key role in data gathering and monthly forecasting of annual budgeting process 
• Key role in monthly/quarterly budget to actual process
• Prepare for monthly budget meeting with budget owners and reforecasting as needed
• Support the development and maintenance of financial planning and Analysis System 
• Provide variance analysis of actual results vs. budget and prior year
• Streamline finance process for timelier and more accurate financial information
• Work with budget owners cross functionally to provide insightful analysis into budget variances and provide ad hoc analysis when needed
• Help identify drive business and process improvements
• Other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years of experience working in accounting or general finance/FP&A experience a must
• Airline industry experience a plus
• Knowledge of Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and advanced Excel Knowledge
• ERP Experience (Sage Intacct experience a plus)
• Data query experience using SQL, and other statistical analytics tools is a plus
• Proven ability to work with budget owners cross functionally across the organization 
• Highly motivated in areas of troubleshooting and problem solving
• Highly organized and self-starter, deep attention to detail
• Able to work both individually and as a team, positive attitude, professional and pleasant phone manner
• Willingness to learn new skills and adaptable to procedural changes
• On site position in Middlebury, CT
• Bachelor’s degree 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift 15 lbs. at times

BENEFITS

• Competitive salary
• Medical dental, vision, FSA/DCA and 401(k) plan
• Paid vacation and sick days
• Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Fun, dynamic team with opportunities for rapid advancement
• Travel benefits on various US and International airlines