Strategic Planning Senior Advisor orchestrating PX&O portfolio processes at Cigna Group. Collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance provider experience and operational strategies.
About the role
- Leads financial oversight and strategy for freighter operations, managing budgets and reports. Collaborates with teams to ensure financial performance aligns with organizational goals.
Responsibilities
- Develop and manage annual budgets for freighter operations and capital expenditures.
- Monitor and control operating costs, including fuel, labor, maintenance, and leasing expenses.
- Conduct financial forecasting, variance analysis, and risk assessments related to freighter assets.
- Prepare and deliver financial reports and KPIs to management and stakeholders.
- Support investment decisions for fleet expansion, replacements, and major maintenance projects.
- Implement cost-saving strategies and monitor their financial impact.
- Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and external regulations.
- Partner with Operations and Engineering teams to align financial strategies with operational goals.
- Support contract negotiations with suppliers and lessors through financial modeling and analysis.
- Assist in fleet financing, lease management, and ROI analysis for asset acquisitions or disposals.
Requirements
- **Education:**
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
- MBA, CPA, CFA, or CMA certification is preferred.
- **Experience:**
- 5–10 years of experience in financial planning & analysis (FP&A), preferably in aviation, maritime, logistics, or transportation sectors.
- Experience with freighter or fleet-related finance (leasing, capital investments, lifecycle cost analysis).
- Prior involvement in budgeting and cost management for technical operations is a strong asset.
- Familiarity with asset-intensive environments and their financial considerations.
- **Technical Skills:**
- Proficient in financial modeling, forecasting tools, and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, etc.).
- Advanced Excel skills; experience with BI tools like Power BI, Tableau, or Hyperion.
- Knowledge of GAAP, IFRS, and capital/operational expenditure classifications.
- Understanding of depreciation models, lease accounting (IFRS 16/ASC 842), and lifecycle costing.
- **Soft Skills:**
- Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail.
- Effective communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive strategic initiatives.
- High level of integrity, accountability, and business acumen.
- **Certifications (Preferred):**
- CPA (Certified Public Accountant)
- CMA (Certified Management Accountant)
- CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst)
- Project Management (PMP) or Lean Six Sigma (if involved in finance optimization)
Benefits
- Work-Life at #TeamTeleport
- Unlimited training -You will have access to a wide range of learning resources including Notion!
- Ditch the Suit & Tie - Be comfortable as you are, express your inner Fashionista… as long as it's not a birthday suit!
- Vacation and time away - Sometimes you need to recharge and come back energized! That’s why you will get 90% off flights to destinations within AirAsia's network, 10%-15% discounts on selected eateries at KLIA2.
- Growth opportunities - We embrace and take on opportunities to learn and grow at Teleport as we reimagine the way we do things. Yes, we meet the challenge head on as a team, and we celebrate together with you when you succeed and reap the rewards when the hard work pays off!
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