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About AirAsia

AirAsia is the largest airline in Malaysia by fleet size and destinations. It operates scheduled domestic and international flights to more than 165 destinations spanning 25 countries for a cheaper price. 

Your role

AirAsia is looking for a Finance Intern to support the Head of Financial Planning & Analysis based in Wisma Tune, KL.

• Work closely on compiling data from all key stakeholders (business and operations team) for weekly forecasting
• Performing variance analysis Actual vs. Budget
• Assist in preparing financial presentations

Training & development 

AirAsia encourages its employees, which are called Allstars, to have ambitious plans and work with the company to attain their goals. As strong advocates of continuous professional training and development, AirAsia believes in providing the Allstars with the opportunity to develop to realize their true potential. Below are the examples of training & development programs given when you work at AirAsia:

• Redbeat Academy (RBA) offers a range of online digital training modules in partnership with Google, for upskilling and reskilling.
• AirAsia 3.0 Digital & Data Transformation
• IATA - Managing Accident Prevention and Investigation
• Human Factors and Safety Investigations (HFASI)
• Certified Information System Security Professional
• Senior Leadership Workshop - Supply Chain, Logistics, and Operation Management

Benefits

Referring to the official site, joining the internship at AirAsia will give you a lot of benefits such as:

• Physical Wellbeing: Be at your best and recover from unexpected circumstances
• Emotional Wellbeing: For your work-life balance and mental health support
• Financial Wellbeing: Helping you be prepared for now and tomorrow, financially.
• Social Wellbeing: A sense of belonging is key - we have platforms to keep you informed and included
• Allstar Specials: If you aren't an Allstar, you aren't getting this!

Career progression

The internship program at AirAsia does not specify the career path for the interns after they finish. However, the company usually gives preference to the interns who excel in their performance for any future job openings or career schemes. Besides the potential career prospects, working as an intern for a large company like AirAsia will also enhance your resume.

Work-life balance

AirAsia prioritizes both work and family life for its employees, including their interns. The management empathizes with individuals during challenging times and provides necessary support. The company offers benefits like flexible work arrangements and opportunities for growth.

Company culture

AirAsia culture is acknowledged by most employees as a humble and fun environment. The company has an interactive and fun office equipped with a fully equipped gym, clinic, physiotherapy, E-sports, pool table, and RedDeck with a mini golf course, futsal, and basketball court. Enjoy yoga, Bootcamp, and Zumba, and make many new friends as you embark on a new journey with the Allstars family.

About you

These are the qualifications you need to have for the role:

• Minimum-requirement skills and a ‘must-have’ for the role:
  • Strong financial knowledge and technical fluency.
  • Ability to work independently and thrive under pressure.
  • Is a speedster and fast thinker – able to solve problems on the go and adapt quickly.
  • A team player, willing to multitask where additional help is required and communicate well with the team members.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, and Slides), and other useful financial software is a plus.
• Qualifications
  • Has/pursuing a degree in Accounting/Finance or Professional Accountancy Qualification (eg: ACCA/CPA Australia/MICPA, ICAEW)
  • Fluency in English and at least another local language is a plus

Sources

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• newsroom.airasia.com
• mycareer.airasia.com
• glassdoor.com/Reviews/AirAsia-Intern-Reviews-EI_IE318753.0,7_KO8,14.htm
• malaysia.indeed.com/cmp/Airasia/reviews?ftopic=wlbalance