Job Description

Overview:
•WELCOME TO SITA •


SITA is the leading specialist in air transport communications and information technology. We don't just connect the global aviation industry, we apply decades of experience and expertise to address almost every core business, operational, baggage, and passenger process in air transport. As an organization, we cover 95% of all international air travel destinations and work with over 2,800 air transport and government customers in every corner of the globe. Immerse yourself in the dynamic world of technology while embracing our collaborative, and inclusive culture.

Ready to redefine air travel? The journey starts here, with you at SITA.

•ABOUT THE ROLE & TEAM: •


The Senior Analyst Business Finance for business is responsible for providing timely and accurately financial support to the business teams. You will provide key financial reporting as well as forward-looking business analysis to support business targets, strategy, and growth. You will identify and leverage best practices to promote financial excellence in serving the business by proactively engaging with the business finance leader, Finance team members, Senior Leaders and their business teams, business finance colleagues in the GEO's, Business Unit's, Corporate Control and Financial planning & analysis, seeking and providing guidance and advice on relevant matters.
You will be reporting to the Finance Director to provide financial support to the business team. •What will you do •

Provide financial support to the CSF business team by:

• Ensuring timely and accurate accounting entries for business operations, producing and controlling period-end results (monthly and year-end). Conducting comprehensive analysis and detailed reporting of financial results.
• Providing Financial control and support for projects.
• Participating in monthly reviews with P&L or cost owners
• Completing and supporting the forecast process (at the required granularity level)
• Supporting business partners with ad-hoc queries and analysis
• Completing the budgeting process including support for the settlement of interlock reviews with relevant parties

Play an active role in Cost Controlling:

• Verify the accuracy of cost accounting - reconcile performance to budget/forecast
• Provide consistent and standard cost analysis across CSF business
• Verify the accuracy of cost reporting through monthly/quarterly/yearly reports
• Apply SITA standard methods and guidelines for cost allocation
• Providing financial support to evaluate and simulate financial scenarios

Confirm and validate the integrity of results recorded by:

• Ensuring alignment between Statutory reporting and Management reporting results.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize revenue generation and enhance profitability.
• Conduct detailed margin analysis to assess product/service profitability.
• Identify and implement cost-saving measures to improve margin performance.
• Confirming IFRS and accounting policies compliance
• Supporting the Audit activity
• Playing an active role in the Balance Sheet control activity

Be actively involved in financial control activities by

• Ensuring alignment with capitalization best practices
• Ensuring alignment with tax compliance activities
• Ensuring alignment with corporate practices and standards
• Ensuring alignment with the revenue allocation methods and standards.
• Support delivery of improvement plans or special projects to increase the overall quality of the business finance function.

Qualifications:
•EXPERIENCE: •

• University degree in Finance or Accounting is desired
• Membership of a relevant Finance/Accounting accreditation body required
• Experience in applying International Accounting Standards in business.
• Minimum 5 years of work experience preferably within a large international company
• Experience working as a finance business partner is an advantage
• Must communicate clearly and concisely with stakeholders across Business Units (BU), primarily in the UK and globally.
• Must be logical and methodical in approach.
• Should add value with real-life experience of applying International Accounting Stds
• Manage the expectations of multiple stakeholders and manage highly demanding timelines, demonstrating a high level of proactivity.


KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Management Accounting practice
• Financial and Budget Control experience essential
• Proficient knowledge and understanding of Financial Systems and processes is critical (Competence in Oracle,
• Hyperion, OneStream, PowerBI, Excel)
• Attention to details & quality control skills
• Ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to communicate with internal customers
• Good analytical & presentation capabilities
• Good knowledge of international accounting standards.
•WHAT WE OFFER: •


SITA's workplace is all about diversity, many different countries and cultures are represented in our workforce. We collaborate in our impressive offices, embracing a hybrid work format. As part of our global benefits, we offer:


Flex-week: Work from home up to 2 days/week (depending on your Team's needs).

• Flex-day: You may wish to flex your arrival time at the office, to beat the rush hours or you may want to leave the office earlier to pick up your kids from school or to go to your favorite game: We support you in being open about your needs and routine with you manager.


Flex-location: Benefit for 30 working days from anywhere around the world each year!


Competitive benefits according to the local market

•SITA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values a diverse workforce. In support of our Employment Equity Program, women, aboriginal people, members of visible minorities, and/or persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify in the application process.•