This position is being hired under the WEB Travel Group Limited entity.
Who are Web Travel Group
The Web Travel Group an ASX 200 listed company (ASX: WEB) is a global B2B organisation servicing the travel industry connecting hotels and other travel sellers to a diverse network of travel buyers all over the world through our trade only digital travel marketplace brand WebBeds.
In September 2024 we changed our name from Webjet Limited to the Web Travel Group as part of a Demerger. The Webjet Group (Webjet B2C - comprising of Webjet OTA GoSee Trip Ninja) demerged from the Web Travel Group creating two independent and simplified companies improving our ability to pursue independent strategic priorities and growth agendas relevant to our businesses.
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How will you make an impact
The Corporate Performance Reporting Director is responsible for managing and directing all aspects of financial planning and budgeting of the Web Travel Group partnering with the business regional teams and senior management to support key strategic financial decision making. This is a key finance leadership role within the Group reporting directly to the Group Finance Director with visibility and exposure at the Board level.
Working closely with the Group CFO Group Finance Director and WebBeds CFO this role is an integral link between the business operations and the reporting and requirements of the ASX-listed Group entity. This role requires collaboration across all business finance teams in the organisation to align financial strategies with the business goals and to ensure that fiscal performance is appropriately monitored and
reported.
As a key member of the finance team the Corporate Performance Reporting Director will drive continuous improvement in financial processes and maintain effective relationships with both internal stakeholders and external partners
Key elements to the role include:
Financial Planning and Forecasting
- Develop and maintain the financial models to forecast future financial performance.
- Manage the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting process ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and operational goals.
- Develop rolling forecasts to provide updated financial projections.
Financial Analysis
- Conduct detailed variance analysis to identify trends risks and opportunities.
- Analyse financial results providing insights and recommendations to senior management.
- Support strategic initiatives through financial analysis and modelling.
Reporting and Dashboards
- Prepare and present regular financial reports including monthly quarterly and annual reports utilising the technology investments in systems and reporting tools.
- Develop and maintain dashboards to monitor key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting in compliance with relevant standards.
Business Partnering
- Collaborate with department heads and senior management to understand their financial needs and provide relevant insights.
- Act as a trusted advisor helping business units and senior management to make informed financial decisions.
- Participate in cross-functional projects offering financial expertise and strategic support.
Investor Relations
- Management of the Year-End and Half-Year investor reporting process including: investor presentation compilation broker consensus analysis and summarisation and collaboration with the Investor Relations Manager to provide complete external stakeholder information.
Process Improvement:
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the Performance Reporting function.
- Leverage financial software and tools to streamline reporting and analysis processes.
- Stay abreast of industry best practices and emerging trends in financial planning and analysis.
Strategic Support (M&A/Business Development):
- Provide financial analysis and insights to support strategic planning and decision-making.
- Support Business Development activities through accounting and due diligence support and provide guidance to the CFO and business management to enable decision-making support.
- Conduct scenario analysis and sensitivity testing to evaluate the financial impact of various business decisions.
- Assist in the development of long-term financial plans and strategies.
The skills we would love to see in your suitcase!
- Minimum 10 years experience in accounting
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
- Preferably to have OneStream and D365 system knowledge
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey financial information to non-financial stakeholders
- Ability to think strategically and contribute to long-term financial planning and business strategy development
- Flexible and Adaptable to changing priorities and business environment
- Problem solving and attention to detail
- Able to communicate effectively & professionally both verbally and in writing
- Good multitasking skills and able to prioritize and meet deadlines
- Able to effectively build working relationships with other areas of the business and enjoy working in a team
- Strong business partnering skills and ability to communicate complex financial information clearly
Why choose us as your next destination
We are super proud of our dedicated team of friendly energetic & passionate professionals. Our people are key to the success of our business & everybody at WebBeds has their own unique role to play as we continue to drive the company forward.
Over 50 different languages are spoken by our workforce but whether working from offices in Dubai or London or out in the field in Johannesburg or Buenos Aires we all share the common goal to take pride in what we do & to deliver our partners with unbeatable service & support.
- International highly skilled group of experts from all around the globe
- Dynamic environment with the chance to grow influence & impact change
- Disruptive fast-growing market leader within travel & endless possibilities
- Culture built on collaboration empowerment and innovation
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