On behalf of our client, we are seeking an experienced aviation finance professional to join its Finance team as Manager – Engineering Finance, based in Papua New Guinea.

Position

Reporting to the Senior Manager – Financial Reporting, the Manager – Engineering Finance will serve as the dedicated Finance Business Partner to the Engineering Division. The role is responsible for ensuring the accurate accounting, valuation, reporting, and financial control of engineering-related activities, while supporting operational and strategic decision-making.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related discipline.
Professional accounting qualification (CPA, CA, or ACCA) preferred.
Minimum 8–10 years of Engineering Finance experience within the airline industry.
Strong knowledge of IFRS, aircraft component accounting, asset valuation, and maintenance reserve accounting.
Experience with Oracle Fusion ERP and Engineering/MRO systems is highly desirable.
Proven experience in inventory accounting, financial reporting, and financial controls.
Strong analytical, stakeholder management, and business partnering skills.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively with both Finance and Engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

Act as the primary Finance Business Partner to the Engineering Division.
Support budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and cost optimisation initiatives.
Ensure accurate accounting and reporting of maintenance costs, inventory, aircraft assets, engines, components, rotables, and maintenance reserves.
Provide technical accounting guidance in accordance with IFRS standards.
Review and monitor engineering expenditure, capital projects, maintenance events, and inventory transactions.
Lead Finance participation in Engineering and MRO system evaluations, implementations, and Oracle Fusion ERP integrations.
Oversee inventory accounting, valuation, stock obsolescence provisions, and inventory reconciliations.
Manage aircraft component accounting, depreciation, maintenance reserve accounting, and asset valuation activities.
Strengthen financial controls and ensure compliance with accounting policies, audit requirements, and regulatory standards.
Support internal and external audits related to engineering finance and accounting.

Terms

Remuneration: USD 75,000 – USD 80,000 per annum (negotiable, depending on qualifications and experience).
Permanent, full-time position based in Papua New Guinea.
Other benefits: Accommodation, Visa sponsorship, Contractual leave tickets for employee and eligible family members, rebated air tickets on the airline and other partner airlines

Manager – Engineering Finance | Permanent Role | Papua New Guinea [1265 JD]

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