Regional Finance Coordinator - Northern Europe

Overview

People. Passion. Pride. This is what has driven our teams since 1833.

Since that time, we have developed to become a critical partner in the global aviation industry, delivering time-critical logistics services at over 340 locations in 65 countries, across 6 continents.

But at the heart of our business is our people.

Role Purpose

This role will be based in Northern Europe, Stockholm, Oslo or Amsterdam and is responsible for the overall finance function of North Europe 

This is a hands-on role, focused on financial accounting and reporting based upon a solid approach to risk management and a sound internal control environment.  Furthermore, it is expected that detailed performance analysis and the provision of forward-looking insights will directly assist in commercial development opportunities, all aligned to the business objectives.  The development of strong working relationships with, amongst others, the local/regional business leaders, SVP Finance Europe, Finance Shared Service functions, and the Group Head Office finance team is critical.

What you will be doing

• Providing leadership and expertise to the SVP North, SVP Finance Europe & Country/Station Finance Managers and respective finance teams on all financial and commercial matters to ensure robust financial control and planning in a timely manner
• Providing expertise on all accounting issues and is able to leverage the accounting network within the Europe & Group teams
• Review and interpret performance for trends and variations (including KPIs) delivering meaningful, accurate and timely reporting & analysis to translate these into actionable plans for communication to management and other commercial managers
• Drive the planning processes within the Region for the production of the Budget, the periodic Forecasts and weekly Flash & cashflow reports
• Responsibility for timely and accurate CIPs related to, but not limited to, commercial/BD tenders & capital investments

Would you like to see more detail on the accountabilities of the role? Please see the attached job description for further information

Safety, Security, WellBeing and Compliance:

You will have a responsibility and duty whilst at work to take reasonable care of the health, safety and wellbeing of yourself and others in accordance with provided information, training, and workplace health and safety rules or procedures. The company is committed to providing a safe working environment for all staff members. In all areas of our business there is a potential risk to the health, safety and welfare to everyone on our sites through the misuse of alcohol and drugs. As such the Company prohibits such misuse and carries out regular testing to enforce our Substance Misuse Policy.

Please see the attached job description for further details on safety, security, wellbeing & compliance.

What we are looking for

• Professionally qualified, such as qualified accountant (for example ACA, CIMA, ACCA, RC) or financially focused degree/masters, with strong post-qualification experience progressively growing to more senior positions
• Hands-on practical approach to providing guidance and direction in a challenging and dynamic business environment
• Self-motivated, disciplined and flexible attitude to work
• Excellent record of timely reporting, team development and process improvements
• Strong analytical skills with proven ability to identify, address and communicate issues and correction actions successfully at all levels

Diversity

MenziesAviation are a committed equal opportunity employer and encourage applications for suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, and maternity. We strive to create an inclusive working environment, where the different knowledge, perspectives, experiences, and approaches of our global workforce are represented. Where everyone feels valued and can reach their full potential.

Please be aware that as part of our recruitment process, we may look to use a variety of resourcing tools to help us understand your skills and experience in relation to the role. Please feel free to contact to recruiter below, if there are any reasonable adjustments to our process that you would like us to consider.

As part of our recruitment process, we will always consider how candidates fit with our values which you can learn more about here.

Application Instructions

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