Heli-One

Senior Business Analyst

Heli-One

Airlines and Aviation · 501-1,000 employees

Jul 03
Senior (5-10 yrs) Other
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About the role

The Senior Business Analyst will drive financial insight and support decision-making by leading budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning processes. They will also act as a trusted advisor to business unit leaders to identify opportunities for cost optimization and performance improvement.

What they look for

Financial Planning Financial Analysis Business Controlling Financial Modeling Budgeting Forecasting Management Reporting KPI Tracking Business Partnering Cost Optimization Data Analysis Excel ERP Systems AMOS Strategic Planning Performance Improvement

Requirements

Candidates must hold a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Finance or a related discipline. The role requires 5 to 7 years of relevant experience in business controlling or financial analysis, along with advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.

Full description

Reach Beyond!

CHC provides unmatched helicopter services that enable our customers to reach beyond – to work in remote and challenging destinations that limit others – and come home safely. We are dedicated to our purpose of getting our customers where they need to be, when they need to be there, anywhere in the world – safely and reliably. All you have to do is get on board!At CHC, we pride ourselves on our values and culture: Accountability: Take pride and ownership of our actions and results. Collaboration: Working together with transparency and trust to drive continuous improvement. Care: Creating a safe and sustainable environment for all. Integrity: Doing what's right and fostering a culture of respect. Excellence: Prioritizing quality services and setting industry standards. Role Summary

Heli-One (Norway) AS har følgende stilling ledig: Senior Business Analyst

Frist: 17.08.2026

Role Summary

To support Heli-One in achieving its overall financial targets, improving operational efficiency, and strengthening EBITDA performance, we are establishing a full-time Senior Business Analyst role. This function does not currently exist within the organization and will provide dedicated financial and analytical support across the business.

The Senior Business Analyst will play a key role in driving financial insight, supporting decision-making, and identifying opportunities for cost optimization and performance improvement. The position will work closely with management and operational teams to ensure financial transparency, robust planning, and effective follow-up of key business metrics.

The Senior Business Analyst will report to the Director of Finance and work closely with Operational Managers and the General Manager.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Analysis

  • Support/lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning processes in close collaboration with the business units
  • Monitor performance against financial targets, identify deviations, and propose corrective actions
  • Develop scenario analyses, sensitivity testing, and financial models to support decision-making

Management Reporting & Insights

  • Prepare accurate, timely, and insightful monthly/quarterly management reports
  • Translate financial data into clear business insights and analysis
  • Ensure KPIs are defined, tracked, and used to measure operational and strategic performance

Business Partnering

  • Act as a trusted advisor to business unit leaders, providing financial guidance and challenge
  • Support strategic initiatives, investment cases, and commercial decisions with robust financial analysis
  • Drive cost management and margin improvement initiatives in collaboration with operations

Process Improvement & Digitalization

  • Identify opportunities to streamline reporting, forecasting, and controlling processes.
  • Implement best practices in financial analysis, reporting, and dashboarding tools (Excel, ERP systems, AMOS, etc.).

Qualifications, Skills & Attributes

Qualifications & Experience

  • Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Finance or a related discipline
  • Minimum 5 to 7 years of relevant experience in a business controlling, financial analysis, or similar value-driving role
  • Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills
  • Strong proficiency in English, both written and verbal

Personal Attributes

  • Analytical and structured mindset
  • Strong communication and presentation skills
  • Demonstrated ability to build trusted partnerships across functions
  • Proactive and self-driven, with a high degree of ownership
  • Ability to operate independently
  • Strong delivery focus

Eligibility

Applicants must have the legal right to work in Norway and meet any clearance requirements relevant to the role.

⚠️ Important

All CVs and application responses must be submitted in English. Applications not in English will not be considered.

If any questions, please contact person: Thorleif E. Jakobsen, Director Finance: Thorleif.Jakobsen@heli-one.com

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Recruitment Process

We may commence interviews or close applications prior to the advertised closing date if suitable candidates are identified. We therefore encourage applicants to apply as early as possible.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us following the closing date, please consider that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We thank you for your interest and wish you every success in your future career endeavours.

Recruitment Agencies

We manage this vacancy directly and do not engage recruitment agencies for this role.

We kindly request that agencies do not contact us in relation to this position or submit unsolicited candidate CVs. Any CVs submitted without prior written agreement will be treated as direct applications, and no agency fees will be payable. Thank you for your understanding.