About the Opportunity:
This is a senior leadership position that reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), overseeing a globally distributed finance team with responsibility across financial reporting, strategic analysis, and tax.
The successful candidate will play a critical role in supporting executive decision-making, ensuring robust financial governance, and driving operational excellence across the finance function.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the preparation of financial statements in compliance with IFRS/GAAP
* Oversee and manage global audit processes and ensure regulatory compliance across jurisdictions
* Deliver strategic financial analysis, scenario modelling, and investment support to senior leadership
* Manage international tax compliance and drive optimisation strategies
* Strengthen and streamline financial operations, forecasting, and reporting processes
* Mentor and lead a multinational finance team, fostering development and collaboration
* Implement best-in-class financial controls and systems to support global business growth
Qualifications:
* Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent) with proven finance leadership experience
* Strong background in aircraft leasing, aviation finance, or Big 4 advisory/consulting
* Expertise in corporate financial reporting, analysis, and cross-border tax matters
* Experience managing international finance teams and audit processes
* Commercially minded, strategic thinker with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
* Comfortable working with complex financial models, systems, and reporting tools (advanced Excel proficiency essential)