Principal FP&A (Hospitality Solutions)

Sabre is a technology company that powers the global travel industry. By leveraging next-generation technology, we create global technology solutions that take on the biggest opportunities and solve the most complex challenges in travel. 

Positioned at the center of the travel, we shape the future by offering innovative advancements that pave the way for a more connected and seamless ecosystem as we power mobile apps, online travel sites, airline and hotel reservation networks, travel agent terminals, and scores of other solutions.

Simply put, we connect people with moments that matter.

Principal of FP&A, Hospitality Solutions

TPG Capital, a global alternative asset management firm, recently acquired Hospitality Solutions. Over the coming months, Sabre is working with TPG to formally separate the Hospitality Solutions business from Sabre. It is important to understand that while you will be employed by a Sabre legal entity, your role will be supporting the Hospitality Solutions business, which is now owned by TPG.

Hospitality Solutions empowers hoteliers around the globe with innovative technology and comprehensive solutions. We help hotels and hotel chains deliver exceptional guest experiences reliably and at scale, improving every step of the traveler journey. Our team is made up of entrepreneurial leaders committed to serving the needs of our global hospitality customers. We thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments, and if you’re passionate about using data to drive business success, we welcome the opportunity to get to know you.

Position Summary

The Principal of FP&A reports to the Senior Director of FP&A. This role is crucial to our financial strategy, focusing on financial planning, forecasting, and analysis. You will be responsible for translating complex data into actionable business recommendations that directly improve performance. Success in this role requires a strong ability to synthesize large, complex datasets, apply analytical and abstract reasoning skills, and communicate insights to leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Planning and Analysis
  • Partner with leadership, finance, and business teams to develop and manage the annual financial plan and budget.
  • Manage and update the company’s monthly financial forecast, incorporating internal and external data.
  • Lead or assist with the monthly close process, including variance analysis and financial reporting.
  • Construct and guide the production of weekly and monthly business and market performance reports.
  • Help identify, implement, and monitor rigorous cost control measures to ensure company profitability.
  • Prepare and present key financial insights and recommendations to senior management.
     
• Commercial Reporting and Business Support
  • Drive critical recurring and ad-hoc commercial reporting and analysis to inform strategic business decisions.
  • Analyze internal and external data using data manipulation and statistical analysis to provide regular performance reports.
  • Provide financial analysis and modeling to support leadership on special projects.
  • Execute specialized business case and customer analyses to support increased market penetration and customer wallet share.
     

Required Skills & Experience

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting is required.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in finance or a related analytical role.
• Strong technical knowledge of accounting principles and financial modeling.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, including experience with large, complex datasets and Power Query.

Skills:

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to distill complex data into clear insights.
• Very strong financial modeling skills and hands-on experience building financial analyses from the bottom-up
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present to all levels of personnel, including senior management.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Knowledge of travel, hospitality, or software industries is a plus.

Outstanding Benefits

• Very competitive compensation
• Generous Paid Time Off (25 PTO days)
• 4 days (one day/quarter) Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
• 5 days off annually for Year-End Break
• We offer a comprehensive medical, dental and Wellness Program
• 12 weeks paid parental leave
• An infrastructure that allows flexible working arrangements
• Formal and informal reward, recognition and acknowledgement programs
• Lots of fun and engaging employee development events

Reasonable Accommodation

Sabre is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. Applicants applying for a Sabre position with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact Sabre at [email protected].

Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Affirmative Action

Sabre is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans and disabled individuals. EEO IS THE LAW