Head of Finance (Country CFO), dnata Singapore

About the role

dnata Singapore's Ground Handling operations deliver safe, efficient and reliable airport services, and its Business Planning & Performance team drives business improvement and performance optimisation. The Head of Finance (Country CFO) is a member of the Executive Leadership Team, reporting to the Managing Director, and advises the Managing Director and Board on commercial insight, financial leadership and risk management. The role covers finance, procurement oversight and technology governance, and is a permanent, full-time position based at dnata's offices at Changi Airport.

Key responsibilities

• Lead financial strategy, long-term planning, budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling
• Oversee financial planning and analysis, management and statutory reporting
• Drive cost management, margin optimisation, working capital, cash flow forecasting and revenue assurance
• Advise the Managing Director, Board and Executive Leadership Team on commercial, investment and operational decisions
• Lead capital planning, CAPEX governance, investment appraisals, financial due diligence and business cases
• Oversee treasury, banking relationships, funding and capital allocation
• Establish financial controls, corporate governance and risk management frameworks
• Partner with Operations to improve profitability and profitability
• Drive finance transformation through process improvement, automation and digitalisation
• Provide financial oversight of technology investments and digital transformation
• Lead, coach and develop the Finance team, and oversee shared services and offshore support teams
• Build relationships with Group Finance, external auditors and other stakeholders

Required profile

• University degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related discipline, plus a recognised professional accounting qualification
• Minimum 8-10 years of progressive finance experience, including senior Finance Director or CFO-level leadership
• Strong F&A background in a complex, operationally intensive environment
• Proven experience advising Boards and executives, and improving financial performance and forecasting accuracy
• Experience in complex, global matrix organisations and multicultural environments
• Fluency in English and ability to obtain and maintain airport security clearances

Required skills

• Financial planning and analysis, statutory reporting, taxation and internal controls
• Proficiency in ERP systems, financial reporting tools and advanced Excel
• Negotiation and stakeholder management

An edge is given to candidates with airport or aviation experience, knowledge of Singapore's financial and tax environment, and proficiency in a second Asian language.