Role Summary

The Financial Planning Analyst supports Alaska Airlines' Financial Planning & Analysis team by delivering financial insights, models, and performance analysis that inform business decisions and cost management. This role partners with leaders and cost center owners to support planning, forecasting, reporting, and financial initiatives in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment. Responsibilities and scope scale based on experience, from analytical execution to leading complex financial projects and influencing strategic outcomes.

Key Duties

Financial Planning Analyst I

• Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and performance drivers.
• Support development of forecasts, budgets, and financial models.
• Prepare recurring and ad hoc financial reports for stakeholders.
• Assist with variance analysis and explains drivers of financial performance.
• Collaborate with cost center owners to gather inputs and validate assumptions.
• Contribute to process improvements and support operational efficiency initiatives.

Financial Planning Analyst II

• Analyze financial results and identify key drivers, trends, and risks.
• Develop forecasts, budgets, and financial models with limited supervision.
• Provide insights and recommendations to support business decision-making.
• Partner cross-functionally on planning, budgeting, and performance management.
• Build and enhance reporting tools and dashboards.
• Support strategic initiatives and evaluate financial impact of business decisions.

Financial Planning Analyst III

• Lead complex financial analysis, forecasting, and modeling efforts.
• Develop scenario analyses and provide strategic recommendations.
• Partner with senior leadership to guide financial planning and performance.
• Identify risks and opportunities and influence decision-making outcomes.
• Drive process improvements and enhance financial reporting capabilities.
• Mentor junior analysts and provides subject matter expertise.

Job-Specific Experience, Education & Skills

Financial Planning Analyst I

Required

• Bachelor's degree with a focus in finance, accounting, economics, or related field, or two years of experience in finance, accounting, investment banking, or related area in lieu of this degree.
• Working knowledge of accounting/finance fundamentals.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and databases in general, including experience with a variety of Excel's math functions and pivot tables.

Financial Planning Analyst II

Required

• 2 years of experience in finance, accounting, investment banking, or related area.
• Bachelor's degree with a focus in finance, accounting, economics, or related field, or an additional two years of relevant training/experience in lieu of this degree.
• Working knowledge of accounting/finance fundamentals.
• Self-starter with the ability to set and balance priorities, work independently and take ownership.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and databases in general, including experience with a variety of Excel's math functions and pivot tables.

Financial Planning Analyst III

Required

• 4 years of experience in finance, accounting, investment banking, or related area.
• Bachelor's degree with a focus in finance, accounting, economics, or related field, or an additional two years of relevant training/experience in lieu of this degree.
• Experience using net present value (NPV) and associated calculations as a decision-making tool.
• Experience with cash flow and balance sheet metrics as well as activity-based costing.
• Knowledge of reporting fundamentals.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly with Excel (and large datasets) and PowerPoint.
• Strong communication skills, with an ability to explain complex concepts to audiences of varying organizational levels, including executive management.

Required at all levels

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum age of 18.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Job-Specific Leadership Expectations

Embody our values to own safety, do the right thing, be caring and kind, and deliver performance.

Salary Range

$66,000-$149,800 / year

Pay Details

Financial Analyst I (Exempt): $66,000 - $92,400
Financial Analyst II (Exempt): $78,300 - $117,450
Senior Financial Analyst/Financial Analyst III (Exempt): $99,850 - $149,800

Salary Details

Pay will be based on multiple factors, including and not limited to location, relevant experience/level and skillset while balancing internal equity relative to other Alaska/Hawaiian/Horizon employees. Alaska/Hawaiian/Horizon is committed to fair, unbiased compensation along with competitive benefits in all locations in which we operate.

Note: We don't typically hire at the top of the range.

Total Rewards

Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air pay and benefits can vary by company, location, number of regularly scheduled hours worked, length of employment, and employment status.

• Free stand-by travel privileges on Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines & Horizon Air
• Comprehensive well-being programs including medical, dental and vision benefits
• Generous 401k match program
• Annual bonus plans
• Generous holiday and paid time off

For more information about Alaska/Hawaiian/Horizon Total Rewards please visit our career site and view benefits.

Apply by 7:00 PM Pacific Time on

9/30/2026

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt/Exempt

Employment Type

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Requisition Type

Management

Location

Renton - Global Training Center

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