Job Description

Strategic Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead the budgeting and forecasting processes in collaboration with senior management.
  
• Prepare and consolidate annual budgets and rolling forecasts.
  
• Ensure alignment between budgetary goals, operational objectives, and overall FP&A processes.
  

Cost Management & Billing

• Oversee the accurate allocation of costs to each cost center.
  
• Provide guidance to department heads on cost allocation and management best practices.
  
• Implement methodologies for calculating service fees and cost allocations.
  
• Ensure accuracy and alignment of cost center allocations, direct chargebacks, and service fees with actual expenses.
  

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Lead financial analysis and reporting functions, ensuring thorough reviews of financial data.
  
• Provide variance analysis and insights on actuals vs. budgets.
  
• Prepare and present financial reports to executive leadership, highlighting key performance indicators and financial insights.
  
• Communicate financial results and analysis to relevant stakeholders clearly and effectively.
  

Finance Operations

• Manage day-to-day finance operations, including billing and payments.
  
• Ensure accuracy and compliance in all financial transactions.
  
• Oversee the month-end and year-end closing processes for timely and accurate financial reporting.
  
• Identify and resolve issues or discrepancies during the closing process.
  

Management Reporting & Financial Performance

• Prepare detailed management reports highlighting financial performance and key metrics.
  
• Summarize financial data into concise executive summaries for management review.
  
• Analyze financial results and compare actual performance against budgeted figures or previous periods.
  
• Ensure compliance with regulatory reporting requirements.
  

Statutory Reporting & Tax Filing

• Managing annual audit and tax engagements, including tracking internal deadlines and coordinating with external parties such as auditors and relevant authorities.
  

Process Optimization & Improvement

• Identify and lead process improvement initiatives within the finance function.
  
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement efficient financial processes.
  
• Drive operational excellence by optimizing cost accounting, analysis, and billing processes.
  

Other Responsibilities

• Provide support to other departments with financial-related inquiries.
  
• Undertake ad hoc tasks or assignments as required.
  

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. CPA or CMA certification is a plus.
  
• Experience & Skills:
  
  • Proven experience (minimum 4-7 years) in management accounting and financial reporting.
    
  • Strong background in financial reporting, treasury management, and tax advisory.
    
  • Deep understanding of finance operations and planning within a complex organizational structure.
    
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
    
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
    
  • Proficiency in financial management software and tools (e.g., Oracle, SAP).
    

We are all different - one talent to another - that is how we rely on our differences. At Air Asia, you will be treated fairly and given all chances to be your best.We are committed to creating a diverse work environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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