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 Manager Business Finance is responsible for providing high quality financial reporting and analysis to the business to support the Business Areas long-term strategy and growth. nHe/She is in charge of identifying and leveraging best practices across the business area covered to drive efficiency gains through continuous work practice improvements and to act as the Finance Champion in his/her remit to ensure overall compliance to SITA policies processes and guidelines.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Provide financial support to the relevant business team by producing and controlling the period (monthly Quarterly & Yearly) End results
• Performing necessary analysis of reporting closing results, providing Financial controlling and support for projects & participating in monthly reviews with P&L or cost owners
• Completing the monthly forecast (at required granularity level) and the budgeting process including the settlement of interlock reviews with relevant parties
• Participating in the 3 Year Business Plan and Product Portfolio preparation & providing input for the quarterly financial reporting - when applicable.
• Confirm and validate integrity of results recorded by ensuring alignment between Statutory reporting and Management reporting results
• Confirming IFRS and accounting policies compliance and supporting the Audit activity
• Playing an active role in the Balance Sheet / Depreciation control activity, in the BAB process by, participating in BAB submissions ensuring adherence to corporate governance
• Providing input for the preparation of business cases & providing financial modeling and pricing support during the preparation process of new contract proposal & play an active role in the product development & profitability or on major internal/external projects
• Confirming product/project profitability (or costing). Be actively involved in the financial control activities by ensuring alignment with capitalization best practices and ensuring alignment with tax compliance activities
• Provides inputs to the key corporate and strategic programs (such as the Rome Initiative). Define project-manage and deliver improvement plans or special project

EXPERIENCE:

• 5-7 years of business finance and/or FP&A experience preferably within a large international company with a matrix business structure.
• Used to re-prioritize and deliver under pressure.
• Prior experience in people management is desirable.
• Used to challenge and make recommendations for improvements.- Familiar with delivering best-in-class reporting (standard automated reliable).

KEY SKILLS:

• Bachelors Degree in Finance Accounting or similar is imperative
• MBA is considered as a plus.
• Membership of a relevant Finance/Accounting accreditation body desirable.
• Management Accounting practice
• Financial and Budget Control experience essential
• Proficient knowledge of Financial Systems (Competence in Excel Access and Essbase are mandatory)
• Attention to details & quality control skills
• Ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to communicate with internal customers
• Good analytical & presentation capabilities and 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 Teams 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 26 working days from anywhere around the world each year!

🙌🏽 Competitive benefits according to the local spanet

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.