FP&A Analyst

Overview

We recruit the best talent and invest in their ongoing development, through training and mentoring. We provide opportunities to work across our national network. dnata catering U.S. is looking for a FP&A Analyst to join our El Segundo team supporting the LAX airport .

FP&A Analyst responsibilities include creating financial models, developing budgets, forecasting future performance, analyzing financial results to identify trends and variances, and providing insights to management to guide strategic decision-making. They partner with cross-functional teams, ensure data accuracy, support the financial close process, and prepare ad-hoc financial reports to help a company manage costs, identify growth opportunities, and mitigate risks.

What We Offer

• Salary Range : $69,000 - 105,000 Annual Salary
• Comprehensive Benefits Package : Full-time employees are eligible for 401(k) and healthcare benefits including Medical, Dental & Vision
• Complimentary Daily Meals : Enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner during your shift

Why Join dnata Catering?

Employment Eligibility Disclosure :

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and throughout employment. This position is not eligible for company visa sponsorship , and dnata Catering will not provide or assume sponsorship for employment visas now or in the future. By submitting this application, you acknowledge that you meet these work authorization requirements

Accepting applications until : 12 / 19 / 2025

You Will

Financial Modeling :

Develop, maintain, and improve financial models to support planning, forecasting, and decision-making.

Budgeting and Planning :

Participate in the annual budget process, long-range planning, and rolling forecasts to outline financial goals and allocations.

Forecasting :

Project future financial performance based on data, trends, and various assumptions.

Performance Analysis :

Analyze financial results by comparing actual performance against budgets, forecasts, and prior periods to identify trends and variances.

Business Partnering :

Collaborate with different departments and cross-functional teams to gather information and provide financial guidance including billing, purchasing / inventory and operations

Reporting :

Prepare comprehensive financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for management reviews, business performance, and strategic discussions.

Ad-Hoc Analysis :

Conduct special financial analyses to support immediate business needs and provide insights for critical decisions.

Data Quality and Process Improvement :

Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data and identify opportunities to streamline and improve financial processes.

Strategic Support :

Offer insights to help leaders make informed strategic decisions, manage costs, find growth opportunities, and understand financial implications.

Nonessential Functions :

Other duties as assigned by management.

You Have

EDUCATION : Associates in finance or accounting or relevant experience 1-2 years in manufacturing environment

Intellectual / Social demands :

While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is continuously asked to multi-task under time limits. Position requires constant attention to precise details and accuracy of specified standards including following simple to complex (more than 3 steps) instructions, and concentration which frequently extends beyond 30 minutes at a time. This position also requires constant attendance and punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time. Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Meets productivity standards; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly. Follows through on tasks given and goes above and beyond in delivering internally as well to external parties.

Physical demands :

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and / or move up to 30 pounds. Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Use equipment and materials properly.

Work environment :

The essential functions of this position are performed indoors. The noise level in the work environment can range from minimal to loud.

dnata's Competencies Required to be Successful in the Job :

There are two aspects to working as effectively as we can : our people and our results. Our eight competencies are designed to help you focus on these aspects :

Delivering :

Does what they say they will. And they balance the needs of our customers' needs with our business's needs.

Drive

Always gets the job done. And still put the needs of our business first.

Open to opportunity :

Adapts when plans change. Is open to new ideas. Makes suggestions that will help shape our culture.

Business thinking :

Understand our business. Uses this understanding in their day-to-day work and plans for the future.

Collaborate :

Look for solutions that work for themselves, their team, and the whole organization.

Engaging others :

Acts in a way that gets others on board - and when things don't go to plan, they deal with conflict in the right way.

Provide direction :

Share plans with others. Tracks how each project is progressing. Gives constructive feedback during, and after, each project.

Developing talent :

Self-aware. Always learning. Always developing. And always helping others to develop, too.

dnata Catering's Core Values

At dnata Catering, our people and operations are guided by six global values that shape how we work every day :

What This Means for You

Joining dnata Catering means being part of a people-first culture that values respect, quality, and innovation. Our teams work together to deliver outstanding culinary experiences, solve problems proactively, and continuously improve to serve our airline customers worldwide.

Diversity Matters

We believe that diversity and inclusion are fundamental to creating a strong workplace and community. At dnata, we're proud that our workforce is as diverse as the customers we serve. And we're committed to nurturing your talent with mentoring, volunteer and professional development opportunities. We welcome everyone. Our employee resource groups are one of the many ways we champion diversity and inclusion at dnata.

Notice Regarding Background Checks in California

Pursuant to the California Investigative Consumer Reporting Agencies Act (Cal. Civ. Code §1786 et seq.), dnata Catering may obtain an investigative consumer report (background check) on applicants or employees for employment purposes. Such a report may include information about your character, general reputation, personal characteristics, or mode of living.

You have the right, upon written request, to receive a copy of any report obtained and a summary of your rights under California law. You also have the right to inspect or obtain a copy of your file maintained by the consumer reporting agency that prepares such reports, as provided under Cal. Civ. Code §1786.22.