Senior Finance Manager - Aircraft Leasing
Le Meas Executive Search are delighted to partner with an established aircraft leasing firm on a newly created role on their finance team.
This is a visible role in organisation and will manage accounting function, provide technical accounting expertise and advise on complex transactions
Working with CFO and other senior management you will manage financial control ans support business strategy.
Responsibilities:
- Provide strong technical leadership and oversight within the finance team
- Manage complex accounting transactions
- Collaborate with leadership team to support strategic planning, deal execution, and operational improvements.
- Lead and mentor senior, newly qualified, and junior finance team members
- Manage and review financial documentation and reports to ensure compliance with IFRS and other relevant accounting standards, maintaining rigorous quality control.
- Proactively identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness within the finance function, aligned with business growth objectives.
- Engage with external advisors and auditors to coordinate reviews, ensuring robust financial controls and transparent reporting.
- Lead the monthly reporting process, ensuring the delivery of a timely, high-quality reporting pack that aligns with the expectations of senior leadership
- Anticipate and plan upcoming business needs, deal pipelines, and resource requirements, helping to shape the team’s capacity and capabilities.
Qualifications:
- Qualified Accountant
- 5 + years PQE in Aircraft Leasing
- Strong technical accounting background - IFRS
- Proven track record in a senior finance role within an aircraft lessor, Big 4 or Financial Services