AVP Finance – Processes and Controls

Reporting to the SVP Finance (Process and Controls) and located in Dublin, the position of AVP Finance is a key member of the team. The team responsibilities cover a wide range, including assessing the design and operating effectiveness of the control environment and identifying weaknesses across the business, acting as audit liaison for the Shareholder Internal Audit function, working with others across the business to document processes and identify improvement opportunities and driving and co-ordinating cross-functional teams to deliver on such improvement initiatives.

This position requires a self-starter, with the ability to use their own initiative. It will suit a candidate who has previous experience and proven ability of working in an autonomous manner.

This role represents a unique opportunity for candidates with vision, energy and ambition to also contribute to the rest of the Finance team and to the wider business, while working within a multi-disciplinary organisation.

• Work with teams across the business to ensure that internal controls in respect of financial reporting (process level, entity level and IT general controls) are designed and operating effectively.
• Perform testing on the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls as a part of the annual testing process, including assisting with management of contributing testers.
• Contribute to the interaction with the external auditors around internal controls reviews and testing.
• Work with teams around the business to document processes and identify opportunities and issues.
• Co-ordinate and participate in initiatives and projects with stakeholders across the company to drive efficiencies and improvement initiatives.
• Assist with the Shareholder based Internal Audit function, working with the business function and internal audit team to ensure an efficient and successful audit process.
• Remediation of issues identified throughout the business.
• Participate in process work-shops and document outputs.
• Contribute to other aspects of reducing risks across the business as required.

Qualifications & Experience

• Relevant honours degree together with a recognised accountancy qualification.
• 2+ years post qualified accounting experience.
• Experience in assessing financial controls in a large, complex business.
• Knowledge of IT controls.
• Ability to interrogate IT systems is desirable.
• Proven track record working in a fast paced, dynamic, service orientated environment.
• Proven ability to build relationships across an organisation in order to drive and co-ordinate cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of the aviation industry, aircraft leasing or asset management advantageous.

Critical Behaviours

These embody our culture and are central to how we work together at SMBC Aviation Capital:

• Respect: Two-way communication: listen intently, give quieter voices a platform and be conscious of tone. Respect people's time and be flexible in accommodating others.
• Trust: Create a psychologically safe space. Do what you say you will do, when you say you will do it. Be honest, communicate openly and be respectful of each other's needs.
• Integrity: Always do what is right including when no one is watching; treat people with respect and kindness; be self-aware, compassionate and embrace diversity.
• Connect: Collaborate to unleash the full potential of our diverse talent. Respect each other's expertise and perspective and welcome challenge. Foster an inclusive and fun environment where accomplishments are recognised and take pride in winning together.
• Adapt: Be brave and curious – anticipate the future and be proactive. Have a 'why not' attitude, learn from previous experiences. Call out bureaucracy when it is evident in a process or way of working. Be agile to meet and exceed our customers' needs. Demonstrate resilience and support each other.
• Achieve: Take accountability and ownership to deliver results, be ambitious and take pride in everything we do. Set each other up for success and share insights. Do what it takes to drive positive change and seek opportunities to innovate and grow our business and people.

Take your career to new heights – come join us at SMBC Aviation Capital

At SMBC Aviation Capital we look after one another. Through the SMBC Aviation Capital People Commitment we offer a comprehensive suite of benefits, aligned to your needs as you move through different career and life stages. The SMBC AC People Commitment also includes our people-led culture; reward & recognition; along with our learning, wellbeing, inclusion, engagement, and CSR initiatives. In return, we ask you to bring your enthusiasm and commitment to your work here at SMBC AC to mutually create an exceptional employee experience.

A world of opportunity awaits you at SMBC Aviation Capital. Our workplace is one where diversity is welcome, and people of all backgrounds are supported to be at their best. We are an equal opportunities employer and strive to build an ever-inclusive work environment. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees. Should you have a reasonable accommodation request please reach out to us at

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