We recruit the best talent and invest in their ongoing development, through training and mentoring. We provide opportunities to work across our national network. dnata catering U.S. is looking for a Accounting Analyst - LOA (Must be available for a minimum of four months)  to join our Inwood team supporting JFK Airport.

We recruit the best, international talent and invest in their ongoing development, through training and mentoring, and by providing opportunities to work across our global network. dnata catering US is looking for an Accounting Analyst to join our team. Responsibilities include P&L analysis, cost monitoring, variance analysis, forecasting, month end closing, inventory management and reconciliations for sales, purchases and payables to the ledger.

What We Offer

• Salary Range: $65,000 - $105,000 annually
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Full-time employees are eligible for 401(k) and healthcare benefits including Medical, Dental & Vision
• Complimentary Daily Meals: Enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner during your shift

Why Join dnata Catering?

      • Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a mission to deliver on the promises our customers make, guided by our values of safety, respect, teamwork, and innovation.
      • Career Growth & Recognition: Accelerate your career with structured development programs, mentorship, and our Najm recognition platform that celebrates performance and service excellence.
      • Inclusive Culture: Thrive in a collaborative, people-first environment where your voice matters, your contributions are valued, and your future is supported

Employment Eligibility Disclosure: 

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and throughout employment. This position is not eligible for company visa sponsorship, and dnata Catering will not provide or assume sponsorship for employment visas now or in the future. By submitting this application, you acknowledge that you meet these work authorization requirements

Accepting applications until: 12.19.2025

• Provide support to general manager with all aspects of finance and costs to help drive profitability; provide analysis on improving operational performance
• Update and maintain weekly forecast; prepare yearly unit budget and monthly/quarterly reforecasts; investigate variances to budget and forecast

• Communicate accounting and operations processes with team and monitor adherence

• Determine the costs and efficiency of company purchasing, billing, labor and operational expense activities
• Help develop strategic staffing plan to flex headcount based on seasonality in real time; prepare daily and weeky hours analysis to monitor labor cost
• Monitor material purchases with team to ensure adherence to budget
• Prepare documents and interpret financial information regarding cost improvements for unit team members, managers, and executives as needed
• Assist with internal and external audits and general ledger preparation; perform operational audits (i.e. portioning to spec audit, inventory counts, bill of material, waste)

• Facilitate the month end closing timely and accurately in accordance to GAAP/IFRS; prepare month end accruals

NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Other duties as assigned by management.

EDUCATION: Associates in Accounting, B.S. in Accounting or equivalent professional experience. A minimum of 3 years in a similar role in a manufacturing environment with an emphasis on cost accounting, reporting and variance analysis

• Manufacturing experience and/or Food Processing industry a plus
• Sound planning and organizational skills, be detail orientated and be able to multi task
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage and develop staff
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, specifically in Excel
• Experienced in the use of an ERP systems

Intellectual/Social demands:

While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is continuously asked to multi-task under time limits. Position requires constant attention to precise details and accuracy of specified standards including following simple to complex (more than 3 steps) instructions, and concentration which frequently extends beyond 30 minutes at a time. This position also requires constant attendance and punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time. Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Meets productivity standards; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly. Follows through on tasks given and goes above and beyond in delivering internally as well to external parties.

Physical demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 30 pounds. Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Use equipment and materials properly.

Work environment:

The essential functions of this position are performed indoors. The noise level in the work environment can range from minimal to loud.

dnata’s Competencies Required to be Successful in the Job:

There are two aspects to working as effectively as we can: our people and our results. Our eight competencies are designed to help you focus on these aspects:

Demonstrated Values to be Successful in the Position:

Employees at dnata are expected to live our Values of Safety and Security, performance-driven, Service Excellence, Delighting Customers, Imagination, and respect. To demonstrate these Values, we expect to observe the following from everyone:

• We put safety and security first in all our actions.
• We will set challenging goals and meet them.
• We deliver to a consistently high quality.
• We take ownership and responsibility of a situation until it is resolved.
• We are not afraid of failure and learn through our mistakes.
• We respect each other regardless of background.

We believe that diversity and inclusion are fundamental to creating a strong workplace and community. At dnata, we’re proud that our workforce is as diverse as the customers we serve. And we’re committed to nurturing your talent with mentoring, volunteer and professional development opportunities. We welcome everyone. Our employee resource groups are one of the many ways we champion diversity and inclusion at dnata.

Notice Regarding Background Checks in California
Pursuant to the California Investigative Consumer Reporting Agencies Act (Cal. Civ. Code §1786 et seq.), dnata Catering may obtain an investigative consumer report (background check) on applicants or employees for employment purposes. Such a report may include information about your character, general reputation, personal characteristics, or mode of living.

You have the right, upon written request, to receive a copy of any report obtained and a summary of your rights under California law. You also have the right to inspect or obtain a copy of your file maintained by the consumer reporting agency that prepares such reports, as provided under Cal. Civ. Code §1786.22.