Job Description
Overview:
WELCOME TO SITA
We're the team that keeps airports moving, airlines flying smoothly, and borders open. Our tech and communication innovations are the secret behind the success of the world's air travel industry.
You'll find us at +5% of international hubs. We partner closely with over 2,500 transportation and government clients, each with their own unique needs and challenges. Our goal is to find fresh solutions and cutting-edge tech to make their operations run like clockwork. Want to be a part of something big?
Are you ready to love your job? The adventure begins right here, with you, at SITA.
ABOUT THE ROLE & TEAM
As the Project Finance Control Practice Lead based in Mumbai, you play a critical role in standardizing and enhancing finance practices across the organization.Reporting directly to one of the Regional CFOs, you will lead the practice of project controllers, ensuring alignment of financial activities with Business Cases/ Contracts commitments, contributing to enhance profitability and operational efficiency. Your primary objectives include harmonizing ways of working, ensuring the quality of data, and elevating competencies across the project finance controlling function. Your leadership will extend the role of project finance control beyond traditional boundaries to include tight adherence to contracts and the optimization of revenue, costs, and margins.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
• Strategic Financial Leadership: Develop and implement unified financial management strategies across global operations, establishing consistent financial control frameworks that align with the organization’s strategic goals.
• Operational Excellence in Financial Processes: Standardize financial processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Implement advanced technologies for financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting to support agile decision-making.
• Data Integrity and Analytics: Lead initiatives to ensure high-quality financial data to derive deep financial insights and action driven mindset within the team and stakeholders. Establish stringent data governance practices.
• Contractual Compliance and Risk Management: Oversee that the team is addressing financial compliance with contractual agreements, in managing financial risks, and addressing mitigation actions. Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to align financial management with regulatory requirements.
• Performance Optimization: Set up consistent frameworks, formats, ways of working to conduct comprehensive P&L reviews of revenue, cost structures, and profit margins: so that the PFC and stakeholders can drive financial health and operational efficiency. Drive the team behaviour to Initiate strategic adjustments based on these insights.
• Leadership in Financial Reporting and Transparency: coordinate and lead the preparation and presentation of detailed financial reports to senior executives and stakeholders, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and strategic alignment.
• Capability Building and Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor a team of financial controllers and analysts, promoting continuous professional development and accountability. Develop training programs to enhance financial analytical capabilities.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Facilitate seamless integration of financial strategies with broader business operations, ensuring that all departments understand the financial implications of their activities.
• Financial Systems and Transformation: Champion the enhancement and transformation of financial flows and practices. Lead initiatives to integrate innovative solutions and technologies that improve financial reporting, analysis, and overall operational efficiency. Ensure the finance function is leveraging cutting-edge tools to maintain a competitive edge in financial management.
Qualifications:
ABOUT YOUR SKILLS
• Advanced Financial Acumen: Deep understanding of financial strategies, project finance control principles, and best practices in financial management.
• Strategic Thinking and Problem-Solving: Strong capability in solving complex financial issues and aligning detailed financial operations with broader business objectives.
• Influential Communication: Excellent communication skills, capable of clearly conveying complex financial information across the organization.
• Change Management and Adaptability: Proficient in managing change and adapting financial strategies to dynamic business environments.
• Leadership and Team Management: Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage diverse teams and foster a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Systems Proficiency and Innovation: Expert knowledge of financial systems and ERP software, with a strong ability to drive system enhancements and integrations.Demonstrated experience in transforming financial processes to increase efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Extensive experience in financial management, particularly in a leadership role overseeing financial practices.
• Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems, with a focus on advanced data analysis and financial modeling.
WHAT WE OFFER:
SITA’s workplace is all about diversity, many different countries and cultures are represented in our workforce. We collaborate in our impressive offices, embracing a hybrid work format. As part of our global benefits, we offer:
Flex Week: Work from home up to 2 days/week (depending on your Team's needs).
• Flex Day: You may wish to flex your arrival time at the office to beat rush hours or leave earlier for personal commitments. We encourage open communication with your manager about your needs and routine.
Flex-Location: Enjoy up to 30 workdays of benefits, anywhere in the world!
Employee Wellbeing: Benefit from the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provided by SITA, a yearly free service offering practical advice in various aspects of your life.
Professional Development: Enhance your skills with our training platforms, inclusive of LinkedIn Learning!
Competitive Benefits: Access competitive benefits tailored to the local market and your employment status.
SITA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values a diverse workforce. In support of our Employment Equity Program, women, aboriginal people, members of visible minorities, and/or persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify in the application process.
WELCOME TO SITA
We're the team that keeps airports moving, airlines flying smoothly, and borders open. Our tech and communication innovations are the secret behind the success of the world's air travel industry.
You'll find us at +5% of international hubs. We partner closely with over 2,500 transportation and government clients, each with their own unique needs and challenges. Our goal is to find fresh solutions and cutting-edge tech to make their operations run like clockwork. Want to be a part of something big?
Are you ready to love your job? The adventure begins right here, with you, at SITA.
ABOUT THE ROLE & TEAM
As the Project Finance Control Practice Lead based in Mumbai, you play a critical role in standardizing and enhancing finance practices across the organization.Reporting directly to one of the Regional CFOs, you will lead the practice of project controllers, ensuring alignment of financial activities with Business Cases/ Contracts commitments, contributing to enhance profitability and operational efficiency. Your primary objectives include harmonizing ways of working, ensuring the quality of data, and elevating competencies across the project finance controlling function. Your leadership will extend the role of project finance control beyond traditional boundaries to include tight adherence to contracts and the optimization of revenue, costs, and margins.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
• Strategic Financial Leadership: Develop and implement unified financial management strategies across global operations, establishing consistent financial control frameworks that align with the organization’s strategic goals.
• Operational Excellence in Financial Processes: Standardize financial processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Implement advanced technologies for financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting to support agile decision-making.
• Data Integrity and Analytics: Lead initiatives to ensure high-quality financial data to derive deep financial insights and action driven mindset within the team and stakeholders. Establish stringent data governance practices.
• Contractual Compliance and Risk Management: Oversee that the team is addressing financial compliance with contractual agreements, in managing financial risks, and addressing mitigation actions. Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to align financial management with regulatory requirements.
• Performance Optimization: Set up consistent frameworks, formats, ways of working to conduct comprehensive P&L reviews of revenue, cost structures, and profit margins: so that the PFC and stakeholders can drive financial health and operational efficiency. Drive the team behaviour to Initiate strategic adjustments based on these insights.
• Leadership in Financial Reporting and Transparency: coordinate and lead the preparation and presentation of detailed financial reports to senior executives and stakeholders, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and strategic alignment.
• Capability Building and Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor a team of financial controllers and analysts, promoting continuous professional development and accountability. Develop training programs to enhance financial analytical capabilities.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Facilitate seamless integration of financial strategies with broader business operations, ensuring that all departments understand the financial implications of their activities.
• Financial Systems and Transformation: Champion the enhancement and transformation of financial flows and practices. Lead initiatives to integrate innovative solutions and technologies that improve financial reporting, analysis, and overall operational efficiency. Ensure the finance function is leveraging cutting-edge tools to maintain a competitive edge in financial management.
Qualifications:
ABOUT YOUR SKILLS
• Advanced Financial Acumen: Deep understanding of financial strategies, project finance control principles, and best practices in financial management.
• Strategic Thinking and Problem-Solving: Strong capability in solving complex financial issues and aligning detailed financial operations with broader business objectives.
• Influential Communication: Excellent communication skills, capable of clearly conveying complex financial information across the organization.
• Change Management and Adaptability: Proficient in managing change and adapting financial strategies to dynamic business environments.
• Leadership and Team Management: Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage diverse teams and foster a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Systems Proficiency and Innovation: Expert knowledge of financial systems and ERP software, with a strong ability to drive system enhancements and integrations.Demonstrated experience in transforming financial processes to increase efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Extensive experience in financial management, particularly in a leadership role overseeing financial practices.
• Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems, with a focus on advanced data analysis and financial modeling.
WHAT WE OFFER:
SITA’s workplace is all about diversity, many different countries and cultures are represented in our workforce. We collaborate in our impressive offices, embracing a hybrid work format. As part of our global benefits, we offer:
Flex Week: Work from home up to 2 days/week (depending on your Team's needs).
• Flex Day: You may wish to flex your arrival time at the office to beat rush hours or leave earlier for personal commitments. We encourage open communication with your manager about your needs and routine.
Flex-Location: Enjoy up to 30 workdays of benefits, anywhere in the world!
Employee Wellbeing: Benefit from the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provided by SITA, a yearly free service offering practical advice in various aspects of your life.
Professional Development: Enhance your skills with our training platforms, inclusive of LinkedIn Learning!
Competitive Benefits: Access competitive benefits tailored to the local market and your employment status.
SITA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values a diverse workforce. In support of our Employment Equity Program, women, aboriginal people, members of visible minorities, and/or persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify in the application process.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Manager -FP&A (Onestream, Hyperion, ERP experience preferred) position is now open for candidates interested in the IT Engineer & Developer Jobs sector. This role in Mumbai offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in IT Engineer & Developer Jobs is a plus.