Strategic Finance and FP&A Associate
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WHO WE ARE

Lindblad Expeditions is a true pioneer in Expedition Travel. From taking the first citizen explorers to Antarctica in 1966, opening the Galapagos and Easter Island to tourism in 1967, leading the first tourist expedition through the Northwest Passage in 1984, and launching our innovative partnership with National Geographic in 2004, we're now taking almost 30,000 guests a year to some of the world's most remote and pristine locations on our fleet of 19 ships, and are committed to ensuring our guests experience the Exhilaration of Discovery .

Lindblad works in partnership with National Geographic to inspire people to explore and care about the planet. The organizations work in tandem to produce innovative marine expedition programs and promote conservation and sustainable tourism around the world. The partnership's educationally oriented voyages allow guests to interact with and learn from leading scientists, naturalists and researchers while discovering stunning natural environments, above and below the sea, through state-of-the-art exploration tools.

Natural Habitat partners with the World Wildlife Fund to offer and promote conservation and sustainable travel that directly protects nature. Classic Journeys is a luxury cultural walking tour company that operates a portfolio of curated tours centered around cinematic walks led by expert local guides. DuVine designs and leads luxury bike tours in the world's most amazing destinations. Off the Beaten Path is an outdoor, active travel company offering guided small group adventures and private custom journeys. Wineland Thomson Adventures (WTA) is the oldest U.S.-based tour operator specializing in Tanzanian adventure travel, with award-winning affiliates including Nature Discovery, a Mt. Kilimanjaro trekking operator, and Gibb's Farm, a luxury lodge in the Ngorongoro Highlands.

ROLE ESSENTIALS

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Strategic Finance and FP&A Associate to join our team. As our Strategic Finance and FP&A Associate, you will own the modeling for our budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning, and support strategic decision-making across the organization using data-driven insights.

The ideal candidate will have exceptional financial modeling skills, a highly analytical mindset, a solid understanding of accounting principles, strong work ethic, intellectual curiosity, and excellent communication abilities. In this role, your contributions will have a direct impact on our executive and board-level decision making.

RESPONSIBILITIES

* Develop and maintain comprehensive financial and operating models for budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning.

* Develop and maintain financial models for various business units and strategic initiatives.

* Model potential financial outcomes under different operational, economic, and strategic scenarios to inform decision making.

* Drive the monthly financial reporting process. Conduct detailed variance analysis with a focus on going beyond the numbers to understand underlying trends and identify opportunities for improvement.

* Partner with business units with fundamental analyses of business performance, providing data-driven insights to support budgeting, business planning, and financial and operational improvements.

* Provide analytical support for the evaluation of potential investments, mergers, and acquisitions.

* Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual presentations for executive leadership and the board on financial results, budgets, forecasts, long-range planning and strategic initiatives.

* Continuously improve financial processes and systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

* 2+ years of experience in investment banking, private equity, corporate development, financial planning and analysis or a similar role.

* Exceptional, demonstrable financial modeling and analytical skills

* Experience building and owning complex operating and financial models

* Deep understanding of how to use operational and financial data to build forecasts and financial analyses

* Ability to break down complex financial data and identify key insights

* Knowledge of accounting principles and financial statement analysis

* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), and/or other presentation applications and financial database and data visualization applications

* Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field, or comparable professional experience

* Ability to be in the New York office as needed, with the expectation being in-office 3 days p/week

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

* Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

* Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.

* Proactive in identifying issues and developing effective solutions

* Natural curiosity around business results and insights while consistently identifying ways to improve

$100,000 - $130,000 a year

The US compensation range for this full-time position is $100,000 to $130,000 + benefits. Our compensation ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

OUR BENEFITS

* Travel benefits for employees and their family

* Voyage of Discovery trips for employees to travel as guests

* Health insurance including Medical, Dental, Vision

* 401(k) plan with employer match

* Long-Term Disability, Life & AD&D Insurance

* Flexible Spending Account (FSA) to be used for out-of-pocket medical and dependent care

* Pre-Tax Commuter Benefit

* 7-8 Paid Holidays

* 2-3 Floating Holiday Options (pro-rated per start date)

* Up to 15 days of vacation (pro-rated per anniversary year)

* Parental Leave

* Sick/personal days per city & state ordinance

* Pet Insurance discount

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Using the English language, this person must have the ability to read, write, and comprehend policies, legal guidelines, correspondence, and memos. Must also possess the ability to effectively communicate--both in writing and orally--with a professional demeanor.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and hear. The employee will also be required to write and type. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.

COMPENSATION STATEMENT

Lindblad Expeditions determines the pay for positions using local, national, and industry-specific survey data. We evaluate external equity and the cost of labor/prevailing wage index in the relative marketplace for jobs directly comparable to jobs within our company. Our posted salary range is based on national data and may be refined for a candidate's region/town/cost of living.

For new hires, we strive to make competitive offers allowing the new employee room for future growth. Salaries will be based on the applicant's location, level of experience, education, and specialized knowledge and skills. An employee/candidate with a stronger skill set will receive higher pay.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT

At Lindblad Expeditions, we simply could not do our work without the diverse kaleidoscope of humanity that creates and delivers our remarkable offerings across the planet. As a Company that respects and celebrates the inherent diversity in the places we explore, we recognize the need to mirror that same diversity and all the interconnected perspectives within our organization. We are committed to building a community of different genders, races, ages, sexual orientations, chosen identities, and countries of origin where every person brings their whole self to work and whose skills, talents, and abilities are valued. We believe we can explore further and in a more meaningful way by actively creating a more diverse and inclusive organization where everyone feels they belong.

Lindblad Expeditions is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals seeking employment at Lindblad Expeditions are considered without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetics, marital status, pregnancy, unemployment status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or veteran status.