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Dir FP&A - HDQ

Southwest Airlines
401(k)
United States, Texas, Dallas
Jul 14, 2025
Department: Financial Planning & Analysis Our Company Promise We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer. Job Description: Southwest firmly believes that our People are our greatest asset, and Leaders within the Company support our People by ensuring all have equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. The Director of Financial Planning and Analysis (Dir FP&A) acts as a steward of the Company's finances by leading financial, analytical, and decision activities, offering solutions and thought Leadership, and equipping Leaders with information and analysis that drives prudent, strategic decision-making. This role collaborates with the SVP and VP to align and strategize the financial planning process. The Dir FP&A is a skilled communicator, who is ready to drive the future of Southwest's Finances. Additional Details The culture of Southwest Airlines means we value the camaraderie, collaboration, and innovation that occurs when we come together and interact face-to-face at our vibrant Corporate Campus. Due to the nature of this role, you would be required to work from our Dallas, TX headquarters facility during business hours. U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available. We're committed to fair hiring practices and to making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics. Model the Southwest Way Guide and lead Team Members using SWA talent management practices to coach, develop, and engage Employees Adhere to Company values and competencies to foster a Culture of inclusion, recognition, and support of a safe work environment Invest in Leadership and self-growth through participating in continuous learning and development Responsibilities Lead high-performing Teams providing financial, analytical, and decision support ensuring that each is data-driven and built on productive and collaborative partnerships across the organization Oversee the identification of financial risks and ensure mitigation strategies are developed and executed when necessary Develop the strategy for comprehensive financial, analytical, and decision support at the Team, Department, and/or Executive level Advise and guide on short-term and long-term financial objectives, policies, and actions and financial, variance, and trending analysis for key cost drivers and metrics Advise and guide the preparation and consolidation of financial projections/results and corresponding communication for departments Drive successful performance management, talent management and talent pipelines May perform other job duties as directed by Employee's Leaders Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources Skilled in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems Skilled in collecting, organizing, visualizing and assimilating data, including turning raw data into meaningful information using data-oriented programming languages and visualization software Skilled in managing one's own time and the time of others Ability to listen to, understand, and communicate ideas presented in writing and/or in speaking with others Ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events) Ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of information (such as speech, sounds, touch, or other sources) Ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense Ability to influence and drive success by asking meaningful questions, challenging the status quo, and modeling teamwork and effective collaboration Ability to synthesize, develop and present clear and concise recommendations, influence decision makers, drive consensus, and work collaboratively with individuals at the Team, Department, and/or Executive level Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and work with a high degree of autonomy Education Required: High School Diploma or GED Experience Preferred: Tech Ops/Fleet experience. Demonstrated experience in directly or indirectly leading team(s) Advanced level Business Acumen in functional area Seasoned and specialized knowledge in: Financial Planning & Analysis principles and practices Licensing/Certification N/A Physical Abilities Ability to perform work duties from limited space work station/desk/office area for extended periods of time Ability to communicate and interact with others in the English language to meet the demands of the job Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed and accuracy to meet the demands of the job Other Qualifications Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 Must be at least 18 years of age Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines Pay & Benefits: Competitive market salary from $189,450 per year to $210,500 per year* depending on qualifications and experience. For eligible Leadership and individual contributor roles, additional bonus opportunities are available and awarded at the discretion of the company. Benefits you'll love: Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible dependents too) Southwest will help fund your Retirement Savings Plan with Company contributions up to 9.3% of your eligible earnings Potential for annual ProfitSharing contribution in the Southwest Retirement Savings Plan- when Southwest profits, you profit* Competitive health insurance for you and your eligible dependents (including pets) Southwest offers health plan coverage options that start from the very first day of employment. You will have 30 days to select and enroll in your health plan with coverage retroactively available to your first day of employment. Explore more Benefits you'll love: https://careers.southwestair.com/benefits Pay amount does not guarantee employment for any particular period of time. 401(k) match contributions are subject to Retirement Savings Plan vesting schedule and applicable IRS limits ProfitSharing contributions are subject to Retirement Savings Plan vesting schedule and are made at the discretion of the Company. Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.** Please print/save this job description because it won't be available after you apply.