Joel Recto
About Joel Recto
Joel Recto is a Product Manager at AirAsia, where he leads the development of passenger revenue accounting products. He has a background in systems analysis and software business analysis, with expertise in airline revenue accounting and finance data insights.
Work at AirAsia
Joel Recto currently serves as a Product Manager at AirAsia, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he leads the development of the airline's passenger revenue accounting product, ensuring it meets the company's business needs and aligns with end-user requirements. He also advises commercial teams on the end-to-end processes for new projects and products, particularly focusing on the workflows from booking to accounting. His responsibilities include generating essential reports for finance operations, which cover monthly closing, tax, and route profitability analysis.
Previous Experience at AirAsia
Prior to his current role, Joel Recto worked at AirAsia as a Systems Analyst from 2016 to 2018 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. During this time, he acted as a subject matter expert for airline revenue accounting products. His contributions were significant in the strategic planning of future developments within the company, leveraging his expertise to enhance operational efficiency.
Experience at Navitaire
Before joining AirAsia, Joel Recto was employed at Navitaire, an Amadeus company, as a Software Business Analyst from 2015 to 2016 in Makati City, Philippines. In this role, he provided insights into daily finance transactional data through the use of dashboards and charts. His work supported decision-making processes, enabling better financial management and operational strategies.
Education and Expertise
Joel Recto earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Management Information Systems from Ateneo de Manila University, where he studied from 2011 to 2015. His specialization in Business Intelligence, along with a minor in Japanese Studies, provided him with a solid foundation in both technical and analytical skills. This educational background supports his current expertise in airline revenue accounting and product management.