Operations and Finance Executive (Administrative)

at  Alton Aviation Consultancy

COMPANY INTRODUCTION

Alton Aviation Consultancy is a specialized management consulting firm focused on the aviation sector. Our global client base includes, among others, major private equity and institutional investors in aviation, airlines, airports, lessors, and aerospace manufacturers. As an independent advisory firm with no joint ventures, affiliations, or other business affiliations, we pride ourselves on offering our clients independent, objective counsel. At Alton, our purpose is to deliver the objective, data-driven guidance and insight our clients require to inform business strategies, allocate capital, prioritize resources, and manage risk.

WHO WE ARE:

Alton delivers cutting-edge advisory services that help our aviation and aerospace sector clients conquer challenges and grow. We are a global team of seasoned management consultants and executives focused on the aviation industry who are renowned for thought leadership, quantitative analytics, and innovative solution development. Equipped with an unrivalled understanding of the global aviation value chain - including airlines, aviation finance, aerospace, MRO and aftermarket, airports, mobility, and technology - Alton is at the forefront of helping industry players navigate the ever-changing global aviation market and make strategic decisions that yield long-term value.
With respect to culture, Alton works collaboratively across offices as one global team, embracing a client-centric focus. We promote responsibility and accountability, with team members working to the highest standards given a shared sense of pride and purpose in meaningful work. Our organization is lean and flat, and we are committed to an open and transparent environment where learning thrives, and new ideas and perspectives are welcomed. Alton is keen to help team members develop their skills, expand their knowledge, and grow to be future leaders within the firm.
Our team members are supported with highly competitive compensation commensurate with the firm’s performance and individual contributions, and a full suite of comprehensive benefits. Social responsibility has been core to our business values since Alton’s founding, and we formalized our commitment to donating a portion of our revenue and time via the Pledge 1% corporate philanthropy movement. Please visit our careers page to learn more at, https://altonaviation.com/careers.

JOB OVERVIEW:

To support our growing business, we are now looking for an Operations and Finance Executive (Administrative). The successful candidate will report to our global Operations and Finance Director to support a global team of consultants delivering professional advisory services across the aviation and aerospace value chain.

QUALITIES:

• Superior organizational skills, flexibility managing multiple priorities, working to changing deadlines and attention to detail;
• Dynamic self-starter who shows initiative by seeking out and taking on responsibilities beyond the job description;
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills;
• High degree of proficiency in Microsoft Office suite;
• Familiarity with financial and bookkeeping concepts;
• Able to work precisely and productively under pressure and tight deadlines;
• Desire to work in a multicultural, diverse, and team-oriented environment;
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills; professional level proficiency in Mandarin and/or Japanese are positive.

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:

Undergraduate degree in a relevant field is strongly preferred.

WORKING EXPERIENCE:

Three (3)+ years of relevant working experience in a professional services office environment.

The Operations and Finance Executive (Administrative) is expected to:

• Support the company’s global Operations and Finance Director, and Operations Leader and Finance Leader in the administration and advancement of the company;
• Operations: preparation of routine reports; management of business, IT and other subscriptions and systems; employee visa matters; employee onboarding/offboarding; training; compliance; company processes; etc.
• Finance: invoice preparation and distribution; preparation of routine reports; record keeping and correspondence with outside accountants; accounts payable and accounts receivable; financial analysis and reporting; tax coordination; payroll; intercompany invoicing; etc.
• Leads and project management: Perform tasks to setup and close out consulting projects, including processes in our CRM system, SharePoint and other IT systems
• Assist in the execution of company strategic initiatives and other on-going company processes (e.g., marketing, recruitment, contracting, scheduling, etc.);
• Proactively anticipate and solve problems; and
• Perform other logistical, administrative, or other tasks, as directed by company management.