David E.

Senior Financial Planning Analyst @American Airlines

Tempe, AZ, US

Manage budget for the Revenue Accounting (RAC) division, ensuring alignment with corporate finance policies and GAAP standards. • Partner with FP & A teams to reconcile forecasts vs. actuals, analyze revenue drivers, and identify cost-saving opportunities. • Build and maintain automated reporting solutions in SQL, Databricks, Azure Data Factory, and Power BI/Tableau to streamline close processes, revenue tracking, and variance analysis. • Conduct scenario modeling and forecasting for revenue streams, improving forecast accuracy and supporting strategic business planning. • Present actionable insights to senior leadership, enabling better decision-making on cost management, operational efficiency, and long-term financial strategy. • Leverage SAP and the SABRE Travel Reservation System to validate ticketing, booking, and revenue recognition data.

W. P. Carey School of Business – Arizona State University

Master of Business Administration - MBA, Finance

Arizona State University

Bachelor of Science - BS, Finance