"Senior Manager, Finance" bei Signature Aviation

Senior Manager, Finance - Signature Aviation, Luton - EHQ

Full time

The Senior Manager, Finance will lead the UKR Finance Team, report financial performance, oversee the UK control environment and support ad hoc financial projects.

Who we are:

With more than 225 locations worldwide, Signature Aviation is the largest global network of private aviation terminals, delivering safe, convenient, and elevated experiences to those we serve. As a premier hospitality organisation and a certified Great Place to Work™, we are committed to redefining private air travel. Our nearly 6,000-strong team of aviation experts and enthusiasts is dedicated to delivering excellence to our guests and communities, and it starts with taking care of our team.

Signature provides a variety of benefits, programmes, and resources to support our team members’ overall well-being and professional development. We proudly volunteer and give back, focusing on elevating the communities where we operate and empowering the next generation of aviation professionals.

Your new role:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Finance Leader to oversee UK and Ireland financial reporting, compliance and control. This role involves managing a team of up to five qualified and part-qualified accountants, mentoring the CPT Finance Manager, and ensuring accurate and timely month-end reporting. You will take ownership of statutory accounts, VAT compliance, and balance sheet reconciliations, while maintaining strong relationships with internal and external auditors.

The successful candidate will also lead on EMEA month-end processes, ensuring the accuracy of data in BPC and timely submission of financial results to Group. You will oversee quarterly, half-year, and full-year reporting, manage the accounting for EHQ (central EMEA cost centre), and support the FP&A team in budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis.

This role also includes responsibility for managing the relationship with the Business Support Centre, oversight of payroll and cash flow, and maintaining a robust control environment across UK operations. You will play a key role in identifying risks and opportunities, supporting ad hoc EMEA finance projects, and deputising for the Finance Director EMEA when required.

About you:

• Qualified Accountant (recognised Accountancy qualification) is essential.
• First time passes, IFRS experience and a minimum of 4 years PQE is highly desirable.
• Previous experience of leading and managing a team of qualified professionals and ensuring high levels of engagement is essential.
• A self-starter who demonstrates ownership of the tasks and objectives of the wider Finance function.
• Excellent analytical skills, ability to interpret data to give the overall picture whilst checking for accuracy
• Proven ability to prioritise, manage expectations and work to tight deadlines
• Proven leadership and delegation skills.
• Fast learner, able to apply skill set to new scenarios.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Confident with Sage. SAP skills are highly desirable.
• Ability to communicate confidently and effectively at all levels.
• Ability to clearly explain financial information to both financial and non-financial populations.
• A clear risk focus with previous experience of implementing and reviewing internal controls.

What We Offer:

Our people are extremely important to us, so we offer a benefits package designed to motive and reward you, whilst considering your overall wellbeing and all-important work/life integration.

• Enhanced holiday entitlement 
• Defined Contribution Company Pension Scheme, with matched contribution up to 7.5% 
• Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 help, guidance and support including access to free face-to-face counselling 
• Healthcare Cash Plan (Medicash) 
• Access to an Employee Perks platform (shopping discounts) 
• Free on-site parking (no bus)! 
• Full uniform provided 
• Full access to LinkedIn Learning and ongoing Training & Development Opportunities 
• Global Development Scheme Opportunities 
• Mentorship schemes 
• Recognition programme - performance, going above and beyond, service 
• Employee of the Month, Quarter & Year awards 
• Volunteering / Charity Days 
• Regular social events 
• Enhanced Family Friendly Leave Policies 

Interested?

To apply, simply submit your updated CV outlining your qualifications and experience.