Qatar Airways

Senior Financial Analyst

Qatar Airways Doha, Qatar

Airlines and Aviation · 10,001+ employees

7 h ago Closes in 7d
financial-analyst Senior (5-10 yrs) Full-time Qatar
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About the role

The Senior Financial Analyst will support the business through financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis. They are responsible for identifying process improvements, reporting KPIs, and ensuring financial compliance across departments.

What they look for

Financial analysis Budgeting Forecasting Variance analysis Financial modeling Management reporting KPI development Cost accounting Revenue analysis Data interpretation Microsoft Excel Microsoft Word Microsoft Access Microsoft PowerPoint Communication skills Problem-solving

Requirements

Candidates must have a minimum of 4-5 years of job-related experience and hold at least a high school diploma or bachelor's degree. Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and strong analytical skills are required, with preference given to those with airline industry experience.

Full description

Job Purpose:

Supporting the business with financial analyses, budgeting / forecasting, variance analyses, management reporting and financial business cases (a.o. investments, insource vs outsource). Focus on creating added value in order to improve decision making and streamlining processes.

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Develop financial models and conduct analysis using a broad range of quantitative tools and techniques.
  • Analyze and report actual revenues and costs; prepare root-cause variance analyses reporting to management on periodic basis (monthly, quarterly, and annually).
  • Identify and develop process improvements in conjunction with finance stakeholders and/or business.
  • Conduct ad hoc revenue and cost analysis for (senior) management in Finance.
  • Identify and develop in conjunction with business KPI’s and report them on a regular basis
  • Ensure financial accounting reporting is in sync with corporate / finance definitions and reports
  • Optimize reporting process of route profitability (if applicable), financial accounting and management reporting
  • Review annual budget submissions in-line with key management strategies/targets.
  • Control spend to ensure cost of sale targets are achieved and recommend measures.
  • Review business case proposals generating incremental revenues or cost reduction, including CMC submissions.
  • Review contracts / agreements for financial compliance.
  • Consolidating and analyzing financial results of departments on a monthly basis and yearly during the budgeting process.
  • Perform other department duties related to his / her position as directed by the Head of the Department

Be part of an extraordinary story

Your skills. Your imagination. Your ambition. Here, there are no boundaries to your potential and the impact you can make. You’ll find infinite opportunities to grow and work on the biggest, most rewarding challenges that will build your skills and experience. You have the chance to be a part of our future, and build the life you want while being part of an international community.

Our best is here and still to come. To us, impossible is only a challenge. Join us as we dare to achieve what’s never been done before. Together, everything is possible.

About You:

  • High School Qualification / Vocational Qualification /Diploma or Equivalent (Type of Diploma Based on Role) with Minimum 5 years of job-related experience OR Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent with Minimum 4 years of job-related experience
  • Experience as a financial analyst preferably in the airline industry.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills are a must, as is the ability to work effectively and interact
  • with employees at all levels across the organization.
  • Strong eye for details and analytical skills with the ability to review variances, analyse and interpret data, understand business cycle and their impact on the profit and loss account.
  • Excellent Command of English language.
  • Must have excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, MS Access and Power Point.
  • Must have excellent organizational ability to be able to set priorities, handle multiple responsibilities /work interruptions, and meet deadlines.
  • Must be a self-starter and have the ability to work independently with minimal instruction.
  • Must have good interpersonal skills.
  • Must have the ability to maintain strict confidentiality of records and information.
  • Able to add value to internal customer
  • Innovative thinking ability with high degree of motivation and problem-solving skills required.

Preferred

  • Good knowledge of internal finance systems.
  • Knowledge of cost centre accounting, preparing budgets and forecasts.

About Qatar Airways Group:

Our story started with four aircraft. Today, we deliver excellence across 12 different businesses coming together as one. We’ve grown fast, broken records and set trends that others follow. We don’t slow down by the fear of failure. Instead, we dare to achieve what’s never been done before.

So whether you’re creating a unique experience for our customers or innovating behind the scenes, every person contributes to our proud story. A story of spectacular growth and determination. Now is the time to bring your best ideas and passion to a place where your ambition will know no boundaries and be part of a truly global community.

How to Apply

If you’re ready to join a progressive team and have a challenging and rewarding career, then apply now by uploading your CV and completing our quick application form.

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