Program manager - business strategy

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Description

At United, we fly into airports around the entire world. And we need a whole team of people to keep things running in tip-top shape! From the exceptional service at the check-in counter to the departure gate, and even behind the scenes making sure your checked bags arrive with you, our Airport Operations team keeps operations at our airports running smoothly every single day.

Job Overview And Responsibilities

This role is responsible for providing financial oversight across the Hubs and NOC, ensuring that all financial operations, including planning, analysis, reporting, and account management, are in line with the company’s established standards. The role requires the regular preparation of financial reports and the ability to conduct on-the-spot analysis to bolster the financial functions of the Business Office. Strategic insight is crucial for leading initiatives aimed at developing new tools to enhance process efficiency. The role also includes guiding and mentoring a team, promoting their professional development and overseeing their performance.

• Development and delivery of financial analyses, and provision of accurate financial supporting to the Hubs Finance office and the NOC
• Demonstrates ability to adapt analytic approach to changes in the Station strategy or department goals
• Manage strategic projects by identifying and implementing process improvements
• Develop, implement, and maintain standardized process to ensure consistency and accuracy
• Collaborate with various leaders to ensure support meets the needs of the Hubs Business Office
• Management of direct reports/dotted line reports, communications, reviews, knowledge skills and abilities sharing/development, coaching, etc
  
  

NOTE: This position is based at the AHSC - Arlington Heights Service Center located at 1421 W. Shure Dr., Arlington Heights IL 60004 and is considered a hybrid schedule, in-office 3 days a week however that may evolve with the needs of the company. This position is not eligible for relocation if you reside out of state, therefore relocating will be at your own expense.

Qualifications

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years of finance/accounting experience
• 2+ years of experience on Airport Operations
• 1+ years of experience in AO Business Office
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, specifically Excel, PowerPoint and PowerBI
• Track record of outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proven ability to prioritize a range of responsibilities and adapt as business problems change
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work well with others
• Strong project management skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills and ability to communicate optimally, both in written form and verbally
• Strong presence and the ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously with focus on results
• Plan, develop and implement an audit program to adequately identify and assess risks in Hubs Business Office and the NOC
• Provide analysis and explanation to station leadership, senior leadership, and the Finance
• Provide leadership to the direct reports to ensure accomplishment of goals set by the management team
• Must be willing and able to travel at least 50% domestic and international
• Must be willing and able to work a hybrid work schedule, 3 days in-office
• Must be willing and able to work at the Arlington Heights facility in Arlington Heights, IL
• Musts be willing and able to relocate at your own expense if you reside out of state (external candidate)
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
• Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
• Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position
  
  

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

• Bachelor's degree or 4 years of relevant work experience in Finance, Accounting, Business Management, or related area of study
• 1+ year leadership experience
• 1+ years of experience in audit
• 1+ years of project management experience
• Hyperion Planning, Oracle Financials experience
  
  

The base pay range for this role is $79,800.00 to $103,966.00.

The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long-term incentive compensation awards.

You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) and flight privileges.

United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact [email protected] to request accommodation.