Position Summary:
The Analyst International Operations reports to the Manager Dispatch Standards and is primarily responsible for reconciling, auditing, and processing all monthly Air Navigation, Overfly, and Airport Approach fees. The Analyst collaborates regularly with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) to maintain a current record of rates and charges for all Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSPs) and develops tools and resources to mitigate overflight costs wherever possible. Additionally, the Analyst liaises regularly with Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) and Accounting to ensure the Dispatch & Air Traffic Control (ATC) forecast is properly modeled, tracked, and analyzed in accordance with the monthly financial close schedule.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Implement and maintain system and procedures to monitor and ensure all foreign overflight, ATC and other operational fees are paid correctly and on time
- Determine root cause of operational and financial inefficiencies and recommend process improvement
- Partner with Dispatch Support on a regular basis to identify opportunities for route optimization
- Maintain regular engagement with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and other industry stakeholders to proactively assess financial risks and opportunities related to Air Navigation, Overflight, and Airport Approach fees; includes participation in an annual in-person meeting
- Develop and maintain the System Operations Air Navigation Services and Airports Approach Fee budgets
- Prepare and deliver monthly financial reports on Dispatch and Air Traffic Control (ATC) to senior leadership
- Aid with internal audits as necessary
- Other duties as assigned