Sr Financial Analyst Operating Budgets

Job Title:  Sr Financial Analyst Operating Budgets 
Job Location:  Irving-USA-75039 
Work Location Type:  On-Site 
Salary Range:  $78,242.67 - 97,803.34

About us

LSG Sky Chefs is one of the world’s largest airline catering and hospitality providers, known for its outstanding reputation and dynamic approach in the industry. Voted “Airline Caterer of the Year in North America” for 2023 and 2024, we are committed to excellence and innovation, driven by the dedication and expertise of our talented employees. Our team members are the heart and soul of our success, consistently delivering exceptional culinary experiences and outstanding service to our clients and their passengers across North and Latin America.

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented, highly analytical FP&A Analyst to join our Operating Budgets finance team. The FP&A Analyst will be responsible for assisting with financial forecasting, budgeting, and analysis to support strategic decision-making across the organization. The ideal candidate will have strong financial modelling skills, a solid understanding of accounting principles, and excellent communication abilities. One that has demonstrated history of improving and optimizing processes and tool

• Work location : onsite @ our North American Corporate Headquarters in Irving, TX
• No relocation offered for this specific position. Seeking local candidates in the DFW area
• No sponsorship offered for this position

Main Accountabilities

• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts, and long-range financial plans
• Develop and maintain financial models for various business units and projects
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on relevant information for financial analysis
• Assist in the month-end close process for corporate related activities
• Support the monthly financial reporting process, including variance analysis and management reporting
• Prepare ad-hoc financial analyses and reports as needed to support decision-making
• Continuously improve financial processes and systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy
• Collaborate with department heads to align budget spend with strategic priorities and operational goals, and influence department heads to deliver on goals
• Prepare executive leadership and board-level reporting and presentations
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policy, and budgetary guardrails
  
  

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related quantitative business field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• 3+ years’ experience in financial modeling, headcount management, financial planning & analysis is required
• Previous experience as a finance business partner to corporate overhead / SG&A department heads preferred
• Previous experience in a private equity ownership environment preferred
• Strong knowledge of analytical software, MS Office applications (Excel, Word, Access, etc.) and SAP or similar ERP platform required
• Strong verbal and written financial communication skills
• Highly structured, organized, and detail-oriented; self-motivated, driven, and achievement-focused. With strong verbal and written financial communication skills
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, high-accountability culture
  
  

LSG Sky Chefs is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.