At a Glance
- Tasks: Support accurate financial reporting and manage revenue accounting for a leading airline.
- Company: Join easyJet, Europe's iconic low-cost airline with a vibrant culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, bonus potential, private health insurance, and travel perks.
- Other info: Hybrid working model with excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Gain valuable experience in finance while connecting millions through travel.
- Qualifications: Qualified ACCA, ACA or CIMA accountant with strong analytical skills.
The predicted salary is between 37800 - 46200 £ per year.
Job Description - Revenue Accountant - 9 month FTC (17230)
Job Description
Description
We are easy Jet - a £multi-billion low-cost airline that serves tens of millions of customers every single year.
If you're reading this, you have probably already been an easy Jet customer, and you'll know that there is no more iconic (or Orange!) travel brand in Europe.
We fly more than 1,207 routes, connecting 38 countries across Europe, and employ more than 18,000 colleagues.
We're on a mission to make low-cost travel easy - and whatever your role here, you'll connect millions of people to what they love using Europe's best airline network, great value fares, and friendly service.
What makes us easy Jet? Our Promise Behaviours - we are Safe, Bold, Welcoming and Challenging. Four Behaviours. One Spirit. One easy Jet.
- READ ON IF YOU
- Have experience working within a large, complex, fast-paced business.
- Enjoy getting into the detail of financial reporting, reconciliations, and month-end accounting.
- Can be in our fantastic Luton head office 3 x per week.
- THE TEAM
The Revenue Team sits within the Order to Cash function and forms part of the wider Group Financial Control team.
Together, the team is responsible for accounting for around £9bn of revenue and plays a vital role in ensuring accurate financial reporting across the business.
You'll gain unique insight into how every customer booking is accounted for while working closely with teams across Finance, IT, and Data.
THE ROLE
Reporting to the Senior Finance Manager Revenue Accounting, you'll support the delivery of accurate month-end and quarterly reporting across a key area of easy Jet's finance function.
You'll help create confidence in the numbers, support key accounting judgements, and provide valuable insight into risks and opportunities.
This is an excellent opportunity to develop your technical accounting expertise while gaining experience within a large, complex, and highly commercial business.
Key responsibilities include
- Preparing and posting month-end journals in line with accounting standards.
- Reviewing balance sheet accounts and maintaining supporting schedules and reconciliations.
- Supporting the accuracy and integrity of revenue accounting and reporting.
- Managing accounting and controls relating to credit files, refund shells, and credit vouchers.
- Accounting for key revenue streams, including revenue recognition, VAT, credit card reconciliations, and easy Jet Holidays revenue.
- Supporting half-year and year-end audit activities.
- Monitoring risks and opportunities and communicating these effectively to stakeholders.
- Contributing to finance and revenue-related projects.
- Supporting the development and improvement of systems, processes, and controls.
- Assisting across wider Revenue Accounting and Commercial Finance activities as required.
Requirements of the Role
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- Qualified ACCA, ACA or CIMA accountant.
- Experience within a large, complex, and fast-moving organisation.
- Strong technical accounting and reconciliation skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Ability to identify issues, evaluate solutions, and support change initiatives.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Commercial awareness and an understanding of business performance drivers.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- WHAT YOU'LL GET IN RETURN
- Up to 20% maximum bonus
- 7% pension contributions
- Private Health Insurance
- Excellent staff travel benefits
- 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays (pro rated)
- Various flexible benefits and extras
- PRACTICALITIES
This full-time role will be based in Luton and will be 40 hours per week. We support hybrid working and we spend 60% of our time per month in the office.
REASONABLE ADJUSTMENTS
At easy Jet, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse customers we serve across Europe.
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds.
If you require specific adjustments or support during the application or recruitment process, such as extra time for assessments or accessible interview locations, please contact us at ma. recruitment@easyjet. com.
We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure accessibility and accommodation.
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Revenue Accountant - 9 month FTC employer: easyJet Airline Company PLC
easyJet Airline Company PLC is an excellent employer that prioritises employee engagement and inclusivity, making it a fantastic place for those passionate about people insights. Located in Luton, the company offers a vibrant work culture with opportunities for professional growth, competitive benefits such as performance bonuses and health insurance, and unique travel perks that enhance the overall employee experience.
Contact Details:
easyJet Airline Company PLC Recruitment Team