Overview
WELCOME TO SITA
We're the team that keeps airports moving, airlines flying smoothly, and borders open. Our tech and communication innovations are the secret behind the success of the world’s air travel industry.
You'll find us at 95% of international hubs. We partner closely with over 2,500 transportation and government clients, each with their own unique needs and challenges. Our goal is to find fresh solutions and cutting-edge tech to make their operations run like clockwork. Want to be a part of something big?
Are you ready to love your job? The adventure begins right here, with you, at SITA.
About The Role & Team
Responsible for project financial control, financial performance reporting, and forecasting for significant projects or programs across the Borders BU, and for supporting the Project Manager(s) and team by providing key data to support recommendations.
What You’ll Do
- Working with the Project Manager to clarify the project's financial performance compared to the approved Business Case.
- Ensure proper financial handover from the sales cycle into projects & ensure this is supported by the necessary documentation e.g. signed contract approved business case etc.
- Responsible for project financial setup to allow tracking and control.
- Preparation of project budget based on the approved business case.
- Finalize revenue and billing and conduct P/L monitoring.
- Collaborate with the Accounting team for the month-end closing of the project, making necessary accruals and deferrals.
- Drive accurate coding of data to allow project tracking in both P&L and Balance sheet e.g. accruals deferrals Inventory/Asset tracking.
- Regular review & analysis of the project ''actuals'' financials and communication of financial variances to the Project Manager.
- Updating Forecast together with the PM through to the end of the project taking account of known/expected occurrences.
- Track & report on project contingencies.
- Produce monthly financial reports (prior to the monthly project team meeting).
- Participate in and provide input as required at PRBs.
- Reporting current year performance into the solution line including actuals reasons for variances project forecast highlighting financial risks to allow the solution line to complete their monthly forecast exercise.
- Liaise with local and regional accountants to ensure proper accounting on statutory books.
- Provide financial support to the project team Finance team members and the worldwide accounting organisation.
- Ensure that the project complies with IAS standards and company financial policies.
- Responsible for project close down at handover to operations.
Qualifications
ABOUT YOUR SKILLS
- 4+ years as an experienced post-qualified Finance Project experience working within large complex matrix environments.
- Demonstrates understanding/knowledge of project control practices.
- Possess strong financial analysis skills and be experienced in financial modeling in excel.
- Knowledge of Sun Hyperion Access and ePM important training can be provided if appropriate.
- Demonstrates a solid understanding of corporate financial and procurement processes.
- Specific experience in the airline industry would be of benefit.
- Professional Financial Qualification (eg CA/ ACCA / CIMA) ideal.
- Financial degree education and/or accreditation such as AAT essential
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with stakeholders across Business Units (BU), primarily in the UK and globally.
- Must be logical and methodical in approach.
- Must proactively reach out for help if needed and manage time efficiently.
- Very strong skills in Excel and should possess a deep understanding of the business to help solve its problems effectively.
What We Offer
We’re all about diversity. We operate in 200 countries and speak 60 different languages and cultures. We’re really proud of our inclusive environment. Our offices are comfortable and fun places to work, and we make sure you get to work from home too. Find out what it's like to join our team and take a step closer to your best life ever.
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Flex Week: Work from home up to 2 days/week (depending on your team’s needs)
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Flex Day: Make your workday suit your life and plans.
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Flex Location: Take up to 30 days a year to work from any location in the world.
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Employee Wellbeing: We’ve got you covered with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), for you and your dependents 24/7, 365 days/year. We also offer Champion Health - a personalized platform that supports a range of wellbeing needs.
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Professional Development: Level up your skills with our training platforms, including LinkedIn Learning!
🙌🏽 Competitive Benefits: Competitive benefits that make sense with both your local market and employment status.
SITA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce. In support of our Employment Equity Program, we encourage women, aboriginal people, members of visible minorities, and/or persons with disabilities to apply and self-identify in the application process.
