Senior Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis

GA Telesis is a global leader providing integrated solutions to the aviation and aerospace industries. We serve over 2,000 customers, including airlines, original equipment manufacturers, maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) providers, and suppliers worldwide, with 31 leasing, sales, distribution, and MRO operations in 19 countries. At GA Telesis, our core business is integrated aviation solutions, and our mission is customer success. 

Reporting directly to the Office of the CFO, the Senior Analyst, FP&A plays a key role in supporting multiple divisions through in-depth internal analysis, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and financial modeling. These efforts are crucial in driving financial performance and assessing competitive positioning. Key responsibilities include preparing and maintaining various financial reports for senior management and other key stakeholders. The ideal candidate will be highly proficient in Excel, possess strong accounting expertise, have a deep understanding of critical valuation metrics and methodologies, and ideally, have a genuine interest in the commercial aviation industry. A naturally inquisitive mindset is essential to success in this role. 

Responsibilities: 

• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets, monthly and quarterly forecasts, and long-term financial plans. Analyze trends, variances, and key financial metrics to provide insights 

• Perform detailed financial analysis to evaluate business performance. Prepare and present financial reports, including variance analysis. 

• Prepare presentations for internal and external clients to include management, shareholders and partners. 

• Collaborate with business unit leaders and their teams to understand financial needs and provide insights and interface with multiple business units on highly variable topics and problems. 

• Identify and implement improvements in financial processes and reporting. Enhance financial planning tools and systems to increase efficiency and accuracy. 

• Support potential M&A and other strategic initiatives 

Qualifications: 

• BS/BA in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. MBA or CPA preferred. 

• Minimum 5-7 years’ experience in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting 

• Advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint 

• Strong understanding of three-statement financial modeling (income statements, balance sheets and cash flow) is necessary 

• Excellent organizational, analytical and problem-solving abilities 

• Impeccable integrity, trustworthiness, and confidentiality 

• Ability to work sometimes with large unstructured data sets to support various analysis 

• Team player yet independent worker/producer with flexibility and ability to change direction if needed  

• Experience in the aviation industry is a plus