Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented

Finance & Commercial Modelling Analyst

with aviation industry experience to support financial planning, forecasting, and strategic decision-making. The role involves building and maintaining financial and commercial models tailored to aviation operations, analyzing business performance, and generating insights that drive profitability, operational efficiency, and fleet/route optimization. Strong financial acumen, advanced Excel skills, and experience in aviation finance, commercial planning, or corporate finance are essential.

Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial & Commercial Modelling

Develop, maintain, and refine aviation-specific financial and commercial models (e.g., route profitability, fleet planning, aircraft utilization, cost-per-flight-hour models). Build financial models to support business planning, investment evaluations, and strategic aviation projects. Prepare comprehensive financial forecasts, budgets, and scenario analyses based on operational, commercial, and market inputs.

Performance Analysis

Conduct detailed analysis of aviation business performance, including revenue streams, operating costs, yield, load factors, and profitability metrics. Evaluate commercial initiatives such as new routes, codeshare opportunities, ground handling contracts, leasing decisions, and fuel cost impacts. Monitor KPIs relevant to the aviation sector and identify performance trends, risks, and opportunities.

Strategic & Commercial Support

Support strategic initiatives by providing financial insights for fleet expansion, aircraft leasing, contract negotiations, and commercial strategy. Assess the financial viability of aviation projects, including CAPEX/OPEX evaluations. Prepare clear, concise financial reports and presentations for senior leadership and key stakeholders.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work closely with finance, operations, commercial planning, procurement, engineering, and airport services teams to gather data and validate assumptions. Ensure accuracy and integrity of all financial inputs, operational data, and modelling outputs.

Risk & Opportunity Identification

Identify financial risks and commercial opportunities impacting aviation operations. Recommend data-driven solutions to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and improve profitability.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, Aviation Management, or related field. 2-5 years of experience in financial analysis, aviation commercial modelling, or corporate finance (aviation sector experience is strongly preferred). Strong proficiency in Excel, including advanced formulas, pivot tables, and financial modelling techniques. Experience with financial planning tools or ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Hyperion, etc.) is an advantage. Solid analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills. High attention to detail, strong organizational abilities, and capability to handle multiple priorities. Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex financial insights to non-finance stakeholders. Candidates currently based in Qatar are preferred.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:

Finance & Commercial Modelling Analyst in aviation sector: 2 years (Required)
Location:

* Doha (Required)