Analyst II, Financial Planning and Analysis

Pilot Company is an industry-leading network of travel centers with more than 30,000 team members and over 750 retail and fueling locations in 44 states and six Canadian provinces. Our energy and logistics division serves as a top supplier of fuel, employing one of the largest tanker fleets and providing critical services to oil operations in our nation's busiest basins. Pilot Company supports a growing portfolio of brands with expertise in supply chain and retail operations, logistics and transportation, technology and digital innovation, construction, maintenance, human resources, finance, sales and marketing.

About the role

The purpose of this position is to provide assistance and support with analysis and research on various projects undertaken by the Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) team to provide the company and senior leadership with the information needed to make informed business decisions.

• Conduct return on investment (ROI) evaluations for potential new company sites or initiatives
• Prepare and review various financial reports for all departments and business sectors through the company
• Calculate monthly estimates for Pilot Company’s leadership to incorporate into monthly estimates
• Prepare, examine and analyze associated accounting records, financial statements and reports prior to publication of monthly P&L
• Provide ad hoc analysis to support other internal departments and assist in reporting, presentations and analytical initiatives as directed by leadership
• Create, maintain, and manage G&A budgets for various departments through the company

Requirements

• Local presence in Knoxville, TN or the surrounding communities
• Legal right to work in United States without additional sponsorship
• Bachelor’s Degree in finance, accounting, or business related field
• Minimum 3 years of previous work experience preferred
• Previous financial analysis work experience preferred

Skills

Specialized Knowledge

• Advanced Microsoft Office skills
• Understanding of data analytics and reporting
• Working knowledge of various financial, reporting, and database systems including Tableau, Infor dEPM, Lawson/ S3, Birst

Competencies

• Possess financial acumen
• Ability to manage projects and multiple priorities with minimal supervision
• Excellent strategic, analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Teamwork, conflict management, influencing, and negotiating skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate financial principles and practices with non-finance team members