Head of Finance & Accounting (Aviation)

Bangkok Permanent THB170,000 - THB220,000 per month (THB2,040,000 - THB2,640,000 per year) View Job Description
As a Head Of Finance & Accounting in Bangkok, you will lead the Accounting & Finance function for an organisation in the aviation industry. You will oversee finance and accounting activity to provide clear financial information that supports business decisions.
  • Take full ownership of finance and accounting operations
  • Influence long-term business planning

About Our Client

Our client is an organization operating in the aviation and transportation sector.

Job Description

Financial Strategy & Business Performance

  • Lead the organization's financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and long-term strategic planning processes.
  • Provide financial insights and recommendations to support executive decision-making and business growth initiatives.
  • Monitor financial performance, evaluate key business drivers, and identify opportunities to improve profitability and operational efficiency.



Accounting, Reporting & Compliance

  • Oversee all accounting operations, ensuring accurate and timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closings.
  • Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, stock exchange requirements, and corporate governance frameworks.
  • Lead the preparation and review of statutory financial statements, management reports, and regulatory submissions.



Budgeting & Cost Management

  • Partner with operational, commercial, and corporate functions to develop budgets and monitor financial performance.
  • Drive cost optimization initiatives through detailed analysis of spending, productivity, and business performance metrics.
  • Establish and monitor KPIs to support financial discipline and operational excellence.



Treasury & Cash Flow Management

  • Oversee cash flow planning, liquidity management, working capital optimization, and banking relationships.
  • Ensure sufficient funding and effective treasury management to support business operations and future growth.
  • Monitor receivables, payables, financing arrangements, and financial risk exposure.



Leadership & Team Development

  • Lead, mentor, and develop the finance and accounting teams to achieve high-performance standards.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Strengthen finance processes, controls, and systems to support business scalability and compliance.

The Successful Applicant

A successful 'Head Of Finance & Accounting' should have:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
  • Significant leadership experience in Finance, Accounting, FP&A, Controllership, or Corporate Finance functions.
  • Prior experience within publicly listed companies, aviation, transportation, logistics, or similarly complex industries is highly preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards, regulatory compliance, taxation, treasury management, and internal controls.
  • Demonstrated experience in budgeting, forecasting, performance management, and financial modeling.
  • Proven ability to partner effectively with senior executives and influence strategic business decisions.
  • Strong people leadership experience with a track record of building and developing high-performing teams.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Fluent communication skills in both Thai and English.

What's on Offer

  • Permanent Head Of Finance & Accounting position in Bangkok.
  • Insurance.
  • Variable bonus.



Apply to discuss this Head Of Finance & Accounting opportunity in the aviation sector.

Contact
Poy Arthornchaikul
Quote job ref
JN-112026-7138372
Phone number
+66 2 013 5102

Job summary

Sector
Finance & Accounting
Specialisation
Financial Director / CFO
What is your area of specialisation?
Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Location
Bangkok
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Poy Arthornchaikul
Consultant phone
+66 2 013 5102
Job Reference
JN-112026-7138372

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