Awarded “Ground Handler of the Year” for seven consecutive years, dnata is one of the world’s leading air services providers, operating across six continents. With operations spanning 129 airports in 35 countries, we provide a diverse range of services, including ground handling, cargo, travel, and flight catering. Trusted by over 300 airline customers, we manage more than 1,900 flights daily, move over 8,500 tons of cargo, and serve over 320,000 meals every day.

As we continue to grow and enhance our global presence, we are seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our team at our Orlando, Florida corporate office. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer and working closely with the dnata Group Finance function, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial future of our organization.

Role Overview

As CFO, you will be responsible for overseeing all financial and risk management operations, including financial strategy development, systems integration, and continuous improvements in our financial controls. You will have an impact across various functions, ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of financial operations while supporting the company’s broader strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Develop Financial Strategy: Shape and implement dnata’s financial strategy, aligning with our business goals and supporting tactical initiatives.Financial Operations Compliance: Oversee financial operations, accounting, payroll, and ensure compliance with relevant tax and regulatory requirements.Financial Reporting: Lead the preparation and issuance of financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and key financial reports for the Board of Directors.Control Systems Risk Management: Design and maintain control systems to safeguard company assets and ensure accurate financial results.Monitor Performance: Evaluate financial performance, analyse key metrics, and provide insights to senior leadership to drive informed decision-making.Audit Facilitation: Coordinate and facilitate internal and external audits, ensuring transparency and regulatory compliance.

Awarded “Ground Handler of the Year” for seven consecutive years, dnata is one of the world’s leading air services providers, operating across six continents. With operations spanning 129 airports in 35 countries, we provide a diverse range of services, including ground handling, cargo, travel, and flight catering. Trusted by over 300 airline customers, we manage more than 1,900 flights daily, move over 8,500 tons of cargo, and serve over 320,000 meals every day.

As we continue to grow and enhance our global presence, we are seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our team at our Orlando, Florida corporate office. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer and working closely with the dnata Group Finance function, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial future of our organization.

Role Overview

As CFO, you will be responsible for overseeing all financial and risk management operations, including financial strategy development, systems integration, and continuous improvements in our financial controls. You will have an impact across various functions, ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of financial operations while supporting the company’s broader strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Develop Financial Strategy: Shape and implement dnata’s financial strategy, aligning with our business goals and supporting tactical initiatives.Financial Operations Compliance: Oversee financial operations, accounting, payroll, and ensure compliance with relevant tax and regulatory requirements.Financial Reporting: Lead the preparation and issuance of financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and key financial reports for the Board of Directors.Control Systems Risk Management: Design and maintain control systems to safeguard company assets and ensure accurate financial results.Monitor Performance: Evaluate financial performance, analyse key metrics, and provide insights to senior leadership to drive informed decision-making.Audit Facilitation: Coordinate and facilitate internal and external audits, ensuring transparency and regulatory compliance.

To be considered for this role, you should meet the following criteria:

Educational Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.Experience: 10-12 years of relevant experience in finance, with a strong background in cross-functional systems integration and project planning.Certifications: CPA, CA, or equivalent professional qualification.Technical Expertise: Advanced proficiency in financial software, particularly Great Plains, Navision, and/or Microsoft Dynamics.Industry Experience: Prior experience in ground, logistics, freight, or the aviation industry is highly desirable.Skills: Strong knowledge of tax codes and regulations is a plus, with an ability to manage complex financial operations.Travel: Must be willing to travel as required and possess a valid state driver’s license.

Preferred Experience

Experience working within an agile environment across multiple teams and initiatives.Background in a Big 4 organization is a plus.

Compensation Benefits

Salary: Up to $250,000 potential bonus and comprehensive benefits package.

Accommodations

To successfully perform this role, candidates must be able to complete all essential duties as outlined. The qualifications listed above reflect the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the position. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to assist individuals with disabilities in performing these essential functions.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here represent the typical conditions an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations will be made to support individuals with disabilities in performing these functions.

Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, as long as such accommodations do not impose undue hardship on the company.

To be considered for this role, you should meet the following criteria:

Educational Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.Experience: 10-12 years of relevant experience in finance, with a strong background in cross-functional systems integration and project planning.Certifications: CPA, CA, or equivalent professional qualification.Technical Expertise: Advanced proficiency in financial software, particularly Great Plains, Navision, and/or Microsoft Dynamics.Industry Experience: Prior experience in ground, logistics, freight, or the aviation industry is highly desirable.Skills: Strong knowledge of tax codes and regulations is a plus, with an ability to manage complex financial operations.Travel: Must be willing to travel as required and possess a valid state driver’s license.

Preferred Experience

Experience working within an agile environment across multiple teams and initiatives.Background in a Big 4 organization is a plus.

Compensation Benefits

Salary: Up to $250,000 potential bonus and comprehensive benefits package.

Accommodations

To successfully perform this role, candidates must be able to complete all essential duties as outlined. The qualifications listed above reflect the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the position. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to assist individuals with disabilities in performing these essential functions.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here represent the typical conditions an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations will be made to support individuals with disabilities in performing these functions.

Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, as long as such accommodations do not impose undue hardship on the company.