Finance Director

2 months ago


Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom dnata Full time

About dnata Travel Group

dnata Travel Group, a part of the Emirates Group, encompasses renowned brands like Gold Medal, Netflights, Travelbag, and Travel Republic.

The Opportunity: Finance Director (Maternity Cover)

We are seeking a highly experienced Finance Director to lead our finance team on a 12-month maternity cover basis at our UK Head Office. This role offers the chance to provide strategic financial leadership across all aspects of dnata Travel UK's operations.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide comprehensive financial guidance and support to dnata Travel UK businesses and shared service functions.
  • Drive the standardization of management accounting and financial reporting across all UK entities, fostering best practices and continuous improvement.
  • Establish and maintain a robust financial control environment aligned with group policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Ensure seamless engagement and delivery during audit processes, collaborating effectively with internal and external audit partners.
  • Communicate financial performance clearly and concisely to stakeholders, including consolidated reporting for actuals, forecasts, budgets, statutory accounts, and GFR reporting.
  • Oversee balance sheet reconciliations, identify control risks, and capitalize on emerging opportunities.
  • Manage and optimize UK ERP systems and other finance-related technologies.
  • Deliver timely and insightful ad hoc reporting and financial analysis to support business decision-making.
  • Lead the balance sheet, cash flow budget, and forecasting process for dnata Travel UK, proactively addressing potential concerns.
  • Foster a collaborative culture of shared services across UK entities, promoting knowledge sharing and best practices.
  • Provide exceptional leadership to the finance team, fostering individual growth, motivation, and a high-performance culture.
Qualifications and Experience:

We are seeking a highly accomplished Finance Director with:

  • In-depth knowledge of accounting standards and financial control frameworks.
  • Proven strategic thinking abilities, with a focus on process improvement and opportunity identification.
  • Understanding of the travel industry's regulatory landscape and operational environment.
  • Exceptional leadership skills, including influence, negotiation, and team management.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with a results-oriented mindset.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration at all levels.
  • Significant post-qualified accounting experience in a similar role within the travel industry is highly desirable.

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