Key Finance Role in Aviation Sector
This is a commercially oriented finance position offering broad exposure across reporting, audit, transactions, and financial operations.
Job Description
Acting as the key finance point of contact for the Irish platform, the successful candidate will work cross-functionally with both internal teams and external service providers.
This opportunity is ideal for a qualified accountant with strong technical expertise and a hands-on, proactive mindset looking to step into a high-impact, visible finance position in the aviation sector.
Responsibilities
* Serve as the primary finance contact for Irish entities, liaising with internal teams and external advisors
* Participate in deal teams, supporting transaction structuring and financial due diligence
* Oversee monthly and quarterly reporting and coordinate with outsourced accounting providers
* Lead the preparation of audit packs and liaise with external auditors during annual audits
* Drive improvements in internal controls, finance processes, and operational efficiency
* Support accounting standard reviews and contribute to ad hoc finance initiatives
Candidate Profile
A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA, or CIMA)
Minimum of 4 years post-qualification experience, ideally within aircraft leasing, aviation finance, or Big 4
Strong technical accounting knowledge with exposure to transactional finance
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and financial systems