Job Description

For our department Finance within General Services, we are looking for a (an):

Chief Financial Officer (m/f/x)

Main duties:

Responsible for Controlling, Treasury, Credit Control, Revenue Accounting, General Accounting, ESG reporting and Central Purchasing, with overall responsibility for financial governance, performance and resilience across Luxair Group entitiesProvide leadership and direction to the Finance functions, ensuring effective cross-functional coordination and operational efficiencyLead ESG reporting strategy, governance, reporting and regulatory complianceSupport the Board of Directors, CEO and the Management teams, by providing reporting and insights on financial performance, capital allocation, investments, risks, strategic opportunities and long-term value creationAdvise on long-term financial planning, including strategic investments and business casesLead external financing arrangements, including management of key banking relationships, debt and aircraft financing, and oversee compliance with financial covenants and related contractual obligationsOversee working capital management, cash-flow optimisation and financial risk exposure to ensure adequate liquidity and financial resilienceLead implementation of the Finance transformation roadmap, including continuous assessment and monitoring of risk management, internal controls and the optimisation and digitalisation of Finance processes and systems to enhance efficiency, reliability and cost-effectivenessOversee budgeting, financial forecasting, multiyear business planning, cash-flow projections, financial reporting and performance monitoringReinsurance management and activities, governance, financial performance and regulatory complianceSupport oversight of financial controls relating to payroll and other material HR-related expenditure processesPartner with business units and departmental managers to support operational and commercial decisions, implement financial policies and improve business performanceDevelop relations with external partners and stakeholders, including banks, auditors, regulators, shareholders and where relevant key commercial partnersOversee financial aspects of mergers and acquisitions, including financial due diligence, valuation and investment appraisalLead jet fuel, CO2, electricity and foreign exchange hedging activities and ensure compliance with internal policies and proceduresOversee tax planning, reporting and complianceReview and analyse business finance related procedures, and propose processes optimizationEnsure compliance with LuxGAAP, IFRS where applicable, and relevant accounting and consolidation, tax and financial regulationsMaintain integrity & reliability of Luxair’s financial statements and manage external audit needs and reporting packages and ensure appropriate financial governance and internal controlsLead, develop and empower Finance teams through clear objectives, accountability, talent development and succession planningExercise direct reports management and leadership through clear and measurable objectivesIdentify and implement cost optimisation and revenue enhancement initiatives to improve profitability and sustainable financial performanceMaintain in-depth knowledge of aviation industry and liaise with specialized third parties for expert advice on financial, legal and regulatory issues as appropriateDrive financial transparency, performance management and a culture of financial accountability throughout the organisation

Required profile:

Minimum required criteria:Master degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting or Business AdministrationAt least 10 years of relevant experience in Finance leadership or senior management roles, including significant team management responsibilities, preferably in aviation, transport or capital-intensive industriesStrong interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to collaborate across functions and engage effectively with executive management, Board members and stakeholdersShow excellent communication and presentation skills in English and French (spoken and written), additional knowledge of German and/or Luxembourgish is an advantageBe proactive, flexible, and motivated to work in a multicultural environmentStrong analytical capabilities, strategic thinking, sound business judgement and attention to detailProven experience in leading complex projects, organisational change and Finance transformation initiativesSolid understanding of corporate finance, treasury, liquidity management and financial risk managementGood knowledge of LuxGAAP, IFRS, Management Accounting and applicable tax rulesProven management capabilities, with the ability to develop teams, manage priorities and deliver measurable resultsGood knowledge of risk management and internal control frameworks, including internal and external audit processesStrong self-motivating and organisational skillsHigh standards of integrity, professional ethics and confidentiality of data Desired or to be acquired criteria:Knowledge of aviation economics, aircraft financing, fleet investment and commodity hedgingGood negotiation skills with a persuasive and assertive approachProficiency in financial systems, ERP solutions and/or advanced analytical toolsKnowledge of GDPR requirements, ESG reporting standards, sector-specific regulations, financial, accounting, tax and regulatory complianceExperience with financial digitalisation and process automationThe ideal candidate:Has proven experience in aviation, transport, logistics or another capital-intensive industryHas a strong understanding of the financial and operational challenges of an airline businessKnowledge of the Luxembourg environment, including political, social and labour stakeholdersSAP or other ERP experience is an asset.