Sr Analyst, Financial Planning and Analysis
Pilot Company
Knoxville, TN · Posted October 5, 2026
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About the job
Company Description Pilot Company is an industry-leading network of travel centers with more than 30,000 team members and over 750 retail and fueling locations in 43 states and six Canadian provinces. Our energy and logistics division serves as a top supplier of fuel, employing one of the largest tanker fleets and providing critical services to oil operations in our nation's busiest basins. Pilot Company supports a growing portfolio of brands with expertise in supply chain and retail operations, logistics and transportation, technology and digital innovation, construction, maintenance, human resources, finance, sales and marketing.
Founded in 1958 by Jim A. Haslam II and currently led by CEO Adam Wright, our founding values, people-first culture and commitment to giving back remains true to us today. Whether we are serving guests, a fellow team member, or a trucking company, we are dedicated to fueling people and keeping North America moving.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Military encouraged to apply.
Job Description 1.) Financial Planning and Forecasting - Develop and maintain financial models to support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning. - Analyze historical financial data to predict future performance and identify trends.
2.) Budget Management - Collaborate with department heads to create detailed budgets. - Monitor budget adherence and recommend adjustments to address variances.
3.) Performance Analysis - Provide in-depth financial analysis, including variance analysis (actuals vs. budget/forecast). - Identify drivers of financial performance and propose actionable recommendations to improve profitability and/or optimize performance vs. budget/forecast.
4.) Strategic Decision Support - Support senior leadership by delivering insights for strategic decision-making, such as cost optimization, pricing strategies, or investment opportunities. - Develop scenarios and sensitivity analyses to assess potential outcomes of business decisions.
5.) Reporting and Communication - Prepare and deliver clear, concise financial reports and presentations for stakeholders, including dashboards, KPIs, and executive summaries. - Ensure accurate and timely reporting in alignment with regulatory and organizational standards.
Qualifications Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in finance, accounting, or business required
Professional certification (such as CPA or CFA) or Graduate Degree in a related area (such as MBA or Master in Accounting) preferred
Minimum 5 years of previous work experience required
Previous financial analysis work experience preferred
Specialized Knowledge
Advanced Microsoft Office skills
A solid grasp of data analytics and reporting
Working knowledge of financial, reporting, and database systems — Oracle EPM, Infor FSM, Tableau
Competencies
Possess financial acumen
Ability to manage projects and multiple priorities with minimal supervision
Excellent strategic, analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
Teamwork, conflict management, influencing, and negotiating skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate financial principles and practices with non-finance team members
Additional Information Nation-wide Medical Plan/Dental/Vision 401(k) and Flexible Spending Accounts Employee Fuel Discount Adoption Assistance Tuition Reimbursement Onsite Gym and Cafeteria Weekly Pay All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines