Director, Corporate FP&A

Overview Join Our Team at Wheels Up At Wheels Up, we’re proud to be a global leader in on-demand private aviation. As one of the largest companies in the industry and a strategic partner of Delta Air Lines, we are committed to making private air travel safe, reliable, and enjoyable. With a diverse fleet of owned aircraft plus a global network of trusted charter operators, we offer our customers access to the right aircraft for their needs and the ability to fly on their terms. And it doesn’t stop at private flights. Wheels Up also provides freight services, safety and security solutions, and managed services to individuals, businesses, government agencies, and more. Regardless of how, when or where you want to fly, our mission is simple: deliver a premium, personalized aviation experience for every customer. Role Overview: What You’ll Be Doing In this role, the Director, Corporate FP&A (Chamblee, GA) will own enterprise-level financial planning, forecasting, modeling, and liquidity analysis. This position is responsible for delivering accurate, decision-ready forecasts across the P&L and cash flow, maintaining high-quality financial models, and providing clear insights to senior leadership. The Director, Corporate FP&A reports to the VP, FP&A and manages one FP&A team member. This is a hands‑on leadership role that emphasizes forecast accuracy, analytical rigor, and disciplined financial processes, while partnering closely with Finance leadership and cross‑functional stakeholders. Responsibilities Your Key Responsibilities (Essential Functions) Financial Planning, Forecasting & Liquidity Coordinate and prepare the annual budget and rolling forecast, and long‑range planning. Own cash flow and liquidity forecasting, including short‑ and medium‑term outlooks. Develop and maintain detailed financial models, including scenario and sensitivity analysis. Monitor performance versus budget, forecast, and prior periods; identify key drivers, risks, and opportunities. Identify, assess, and track key financial and operational performance indicators. Build, maintain, and optimize financial models to evaluate business initiatives, capital investments, and potential growth opportunities. Prepare detailed monthly and quarterly management reports for senior leadership, including variance analysis, trend analysis, and financial performance metrics. Oversee financial modeling related to business initiatives, capital investments, and other strategic projects. Management Reporting & Executive Support Coordinate and prepare the monthly management reporting packages with clear variance explanations, trend analysis, and financial performance metrics. Translate complex financial results into concise, executive‑level insights and recommendations. Support executive and Board‑level materials related to corporate financial performance and liquidity. Process Improvement & Systems Strengthen FP&A processes, forecasting cadence, and model governance. Drive cross‑functional initiatives to improve financial outcomes, monitor progress, and report on results. Operate in an Excel‑centric FP&A environment supported by NetSuite. Improve forecast accuracy, documentation, and repeatability through standardization, automation and best practices. People Leadership Manage and develop one FP&A professional through coaching, feedback, and prioritization. Set clear analytical standards and ensure high‑quality, timely deliverables. Encourage a collaborative work environment that promotes continuous improvement, analytical rigor, and professional growth. Qualifications What You Bring to the Table: Education & Certification Requirements We’re looking for someone who has a unique mix of experience, skills, and passion for what we do: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field. Minimum 8+ years of progressive FP&A or corporate finance experience. Demonstrated ownership of forecasting, modeling, and variance analysis at the corporate level. Experience with cash flow and liquidity forecasting. Advanced Excel modeling skills; experience with NetSuite strongly preferred. Experience with communicating financial insights clearly to senior leaders and non‑financial stakeholders. The Extras We Value (Preferred Requirements) While not mandatory, here are some additional things that would make you stand out: MBA, CPA, CFA, or similar credential. Prior people management experience. Experience operating in complex, multi‑stakeholder or public‑company environments. Physical Requirements We want to make sure you’re fully equipped for success. Here’s a look at any physical requirements needed for this role: Prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer, including viewing a screen and typing. Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills for presentations, meetings, and stakeholder engagement. Minimal walking or standing during in‑office meetings; occasional lifting of items up to 10–15 pounds. What We Offer What We Offer: Salary Range & Benefits At Wheels Up, we believe in fair compensation based on experience, skills, and qualifications. The salary for this role ranges from $181,000 to $192,500/Yr., depending on a variety of factors. We don’t typically start individuals at the top of the salary range; your place within the range is based on what you bring to the table. Additionally, you may be eligible for a discretionary annual incentive program, which rewards individual and organizational performance. We also offer a range of benefits designed to support your well‑being and personal life, including: Tuition Reimbursement Competitive 401(k) Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Complimentary access to mental health and wellness counseling through Spring Health Financial planning assistance through WellCents A variety of additional programs and services in support of your total well‑being Everyone is welcome here Each of us is unique, and that’s what makes us amazing. We believe there’s power in bringing people with different backgrounds, points of view and life experiences together. So, bring yourself and your best ideas. Wheels Up is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees. It is our policy to apply recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation and professional development practices and make all other employment decisions without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Because when we feel safe and comfortable being ourselves, there’s no limit to what we can achieve. Need Accommodations? If you have a disability or are a disabled veteran and need assistance with applying, please reach out to us at View email address on click.appcast.io. Simply include “Accommodation Request” in the subject line so we can quickly address your needs. We look forward to learning more about you and how you can contribute to the Wheels Up journey! #J-18808-Ljbffr