Position Summary

We are looking for a Division Controller to lead corporate reporting and analysis primarily for Operations departments at Hawaiian Airlines.

Position Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with key business partners, both within the Division and Finance
• Responsible for preparation of the annual budget for assigned departments, including creating budget models and incorporating changes in assumptions and business strategies; Assist with developing presentation decks for senior officer reviews and approvals
• Actively work with departments to understand changes in business and financials and update forecasts as required; Maintain budgets and forecasts in the financial systems
• Oversee the reporting of monthly budget variance packets and utilize financial information and business metrics to develop reports and presentations for senior management
• Assist with Business Case preparation and provide guidance through approvals process
• Provide financial and accounting guidance and assistance to department leaders, including preparation of ad hoc reports and analyses as required; Ensure department spend is disciplined and within budget/forecast
• Responsible for understanding the business strategies, operations and initiatives of assigned departments and ensuring proper accounting is applied; Responsible for ensuring changes in plans are properly valued and included in the budget/forecast in a timely manner
• Collaborate with Project Managers on project cost tracking for significant investments to ensure expenditures are within approved budget and benefits are realized
• Understand financial commitments of assigned departments and ensure accounting is applied appropriately; Ensure proper inclusion and valuation of commitments for budgetary and forecasting purposes
• Responsible for analysis of department financial performance and providing suggestions for improvement
• Manage and support month-end closing process and review monthly accrual account reconciliations
• Lead, coach and develop Division Accountant(s)
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelors degree or equivalent years of experience
• 5 years work related experience with emphasis in accounting/finance
• Experience managing, leading and developing a team
• Understanding of generally accepted accounting principles
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong proficiency in Word and Excel
• Airline experience preferred
• CPA preferred