At Surf Air Mobility, were transforming air mobility. As innovators in aviation, we are at the forefront of creating a more efficient and accessible flying experience. With our commitment to a customer-first approach, advanced software solutions, and electrification, we’re pioneering new ways for people to travel, making flying not only faster but more enjoyable. Our passionate team thrives in a collaborative environment where innovation and hard work go hand in hand. Help us shape the future of aviation while working with cutting-edge technologies that are changing the lives of our passengers.

Financial Planning and Analysis, Senior Financial Analyst

POSITION SUMMARY:

As our ideal Financial Planning and Analysis, Senior Financial Analyst, you are an individual that is naturally attracted to the Surf Air brand and you “get it”. You have a strong personality of your own and are committed to offering support to the company and its vision.

As a Financial Planning and Analysis, Senior Financial Analyst, you will report to the VP of FP&A of Surf Air Mobility. The position will be based in the Airline Operations headquarters in Addison, TX.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Financial Planning and Analysis, Senior Financial Analyst

DEPARTMENT: Finance

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

This role offers a hybrid work model, with a core requirement of three days a week on-site in our Addison office and the flexibility to work remotely on the other two days, with the option to work in-person on an as-needed basis.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to:

• Partnering with Business unit leaders to make better decisions
• Analyze actual results and understand key drivers of variances to plan and forecast, while identifying areas of improvement
• Improve or create existing models for greater visibility and scenario optionality
• Develop and present forecast to key business unit leaders and executive management
• Drive and support efficiency initiatives
• Lead and support and develop ad-hoc analyses
• Support divisional units through the budget process as well as overall process
• Support and develop business cases for capital purchases
• Track key KPI metrics and identify areas of improvement
• Support and develop financial policies and templates
• Review accrual transactions for data accuracy
• Other duties as assigned

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Proven work experience as a Senior Financial Analyst, Financial Analyst or similar role
• 5+ years of experience as a FP&A Analyst or similar role, or 2+ years as a Sr. FP&A Analyst
• Hands-on experience with financial and statistical software
• Expertise in MS Excel (creating spreadsheets and using advanced formulas)
• Familiarity with finance databases
• Understanding of Enterprise Resource Planning systems (ERP)
• Excellent analytical skills
• Ability to present financial data using detailed reports and charts
• Demonstrable strategic thinking skills
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across business units to achieve results and create organizational alignment
• Strong business understanding, allowing you to help develop and quantify strategies and tactics that drive incremental growth and optimize costs
• Self-motivated, deliverable-focused, strong work ethic, enthusiastic and ambitious attitude, able to prioritize and resolve an array of issues simultaneously

Education:

• Bachelors in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Business required

Miscellaneous Requirements:

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Computer, phone skills
• Ability to read, write and speak English effectively
• Ability to pass 7-year background check and pre-employment drug screen per airline regulations and/or company policy
• At least 18 years of age
• Authorized to work in the U.S. per the Immigration Act of 1986

Benefits:

Competitive Salary: Attractive compensation package based on experience.

Health & Wellness: After 30 days of employment on the 1st of the next month, you are eligible to sign up for medical, dental, and vision insurance, air ambulance coverage, short-term disability, pet insurance, health savings accounts, and company-paid life insurance.

Retirement Plans: Employees can enroll in our company’s 401(k) plan.

Generous PTO: After completion of your probationary period, employees earn 1 day of PTO per month, plus paid holidays throughout the calendar year.

Employee Discounts: After completion of your probationary period, you can access the My ID Travel program, which allows members of your immediate family to participate as well. This program provides travel privileges, including:

• Flight tickets at significant discount, employee and family members can fly our planes (standby space available)
• Discounts on hotels and resorts
• Car rentals at reduced rates

Discounted cruises

This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an employee in this position may be asked to perform from time to time.

At Surf Air Mobility, we are committed to building a more inclusive ecosystem that integrates women, people of color, and other underrepresented groups into the cleantech sector and aerospace industry. We strongly encourage applications from qualified applicants and members of underrepresented groups. Surf Air Mobility is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Surf Air Mobility is governed based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected