Accountant

Department: Finance Our Company Promise We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.

As an Accountant, you'll u tilize knowledge of GAAP to perform financial accounting activities, research and analyze financial data, and communicate with Finance Leaders. This role also prepares documentation and analytics to validate and support internal and external financial reporting. There are two opportunities available supporting either the Fixed Asset Team or the Revenue Team. Additional Details The culture of Southwest Airlines means we value the camaraderie, collaboration, and innovation that occurs when we come together and interact face-to-face at our vibrant Corporate Campus. Due to the nature of this role, you would be required to work from our Dallas, TX Headquarters facility during business hours.  U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available. We’re committed to fair hiring practices and to making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics.

Perform month end close tasks that may include posting journal entries, performing reconciliations, and managing asset creation and retirement processes on a monthly and quarterly basis Prepare and present financial information to different audiences, including finance leaders, business partners, and auditors Conduct variance analysis to explain discrepancies between planned and actual financial performance Analyzes financial data for accuracy; identifies problems and prepare forecasts to support financial planning Collaborate with internal teams to gather relevant financial information. Support the annual audit process, including ensuring financial transactions are substantiated with proper documentation for auditing purposes Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for internal and external stakeholders in accordance with GAAP and Company policy Identify opportunities for process improvements and transformation that will provide value within the organization May perform other job duties as directed by Employee’s Leaders Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, and the analysis and reporting of financial data Skilled in the use of all Microsoft Office Suite products, particularly Excel, Word, Outlook, Access, and PowerPoint presentations, and trainable on company-specific systems Ability to effectively communicate, written and verbally, information and ideas using all forms of communication, learning to adjust tone, style, and content to meet the audience’s needs Ability to develop relationships and build trust with Team Members and Customers Ability to articulate how research and analysis were performed in preparing analytics in support of financial reporting Ability to create financial spreadsheets, charts, and reports that contain relevant accounting and financial performance data with some supervision and guidance Skilled in identifying problems and reviewing related information to develop solutions Ability to establish personal best practices to manage responsibilities Skilled in asking insightful questions and listening to understand all perspectives with a solid understanding of Business impacts Education Required: High School Diploma or GED Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance Experience Intermediate level