Financial Controller

Company: Santos Dumont

 Role: Financial Controller

 Description:

 Santos Dumont is a leading technical services project management company working with some of the largest airlines and aircraft/engine lessors in the industry to help them achieve their operational and strategic objectives.

 We are looking to hire a full-time financial controller with an interest in commercial aviation in general and the aircraft leasing industry and aircraft/engine asset management in particular. This is a great opportunity to play a key role in the continued growth of a company that operates confidently in a global market.  

 The successful candidate will be a self-starter, a quick learner and ambitious. Excellent attention to detail, initiative and a strong work ethic are musts. The right candidate will have significant opportunity to gain experience across a range of skills and disciplines. The role has a strong commercial component that will suit someone who wants to build on strong financial foundations and participate in the commercial side of the business, influencing decision-making on key contracts and projects.

Responsibilities:

·         Monthly account preparation and analysis, budget forecasting and working capital management

·         Reconciliations including bank, income, debtors and creditors accounts

·         Preparation of board packs and presentation of key financial information to senior management and board

·         Preparation and review of monthly payroll

·         Customer invoicing and receivables management

·         Processing and payment of monthly contractors’ fees across multi jurisdictions

·         Filing and processing of all Revenue and regulatory returns

·         Periodic review of internal controls and policies with a view to making them more efficient

·         Co-ordination and management of annual audit process

·         Assist in various on-going projects

·         Liaising with outsourced services

·         Supporting senior management proactively

Requirements:

·         Qualified Accountant ACA, ACCA, CIMA

·         Experienced in using SAGE software

·         Strong IT skills, advanced Excel in particular

·         Ability to work on own initiative is important

·         Experience in negotiating service contracts a plus

Please send your CV and a cover letter in confidence by email to: careers@santosdumont.com. Applications should be submitted not later than 30th September 2025.