Cost Control Executive - Aviation

The successful candidate will ideally have previous experience in the aviation, aerospace or airline industry and a strong understanding of the cost drivers associated with operational, maintenance, engineering and business activities. Note: Candidates currently based in the UAE are highly preferred. Immediate availability is highly desirable. Job duties: Monitor and control operational, maintenance, engineering and project-related expenditure. Track actual costs against approved budgets, forecasts and financial targets. Identify cost variances and investigate the reasons for overspending or unexpected expenditure. Prepare regular cost reports and provide accurate financial information to management and relevant stakeholders. Monitor budget utilisation and provide updates on actual versus planned expenditure. Assist with forecasting future costs based on operational requirements, maintenance plans, projects and business activities. Prepare monthly cost reports, variance analysis and management dashboards. Support the review of supplier quotations and expenditure against approved budgets. Monitor commitments and outstanding financial obligations. Ensure cost-control activities are carried out in accordance with company policies, financial procedures and internal controls. Work closely with Finance, Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, Procurement and other business functions Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics or a related discipline is preferred. Relevant professional qualifications in finance, accounting or cost management would be an advantage. Experience: Proven experience in cost control, financial analysis, budgeting or cost management. Previous experience within the aviation, aerospace or airline industry is highly preferred. Experience working with operational, maintenance, engineering or project-related costs would be advantageous. Experience with AMOS System is highly preferred.