Intro

We are easyJet – a FTSE 100 listed, 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 easyJet 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 easyJet? Our Promise Behaviours – we are Safe, Bold, Welcoming and Challenging. Four Behaviours. One Spirit. One easyJet.

Read on if you

•    Have experience in financial accounting, reporting and analysis
•    Enjoy working with operational teams to turn data into insight
•    Can be in our fantastic Luton head office 3 x per week

The Team

You’ll join our Accounting and Controls team, supporting our Ground Operations Finance Manager. It’s a collaborative group of around 10 specialists who play a key role in providing accurate, meaningful financial insight that helps shape smart decision making across our operational cost base. You’ll work closely with stakeholders across the business to ensure clarity, consistency and control around our Direct Operational Costs.

The Role

As Financial Accountant for Direct Operational Costs, you’ll be responsible for accounting, reporting and analysis across two of our most critical cost areas: Airport Charges and Ground Handling Costs.
You’ll create confidence in the numbers, strengthen our financial controls, and support the delivery of our month end and year end requirements. Your work helps ensure we have a clear view of costs across our network so we can make the best decisions for our customers and our operation.

Key elements of the role include:
•    Owning end to end accounting for Direct Operating Costs and the associated balance sheet
•    Delivering accurate month end and year end results with clear, meaningful commentary
•    Supporting internal and external reporting deadlines
•    Enhancing and maintaining a strong controls environment
•    Working closely with operational and finance stakeholders to improve processes
•    Acting as a key contact for accounting queries and supporting team leadership when required

What we’re looking for

We’re looking for someone who brings strong financial accounting experience, ideally within a large, complex or fast paced organisation. You’ll thrive when juggling multiple deadlines, enjoy digging into data to uncover trends, and be comfortable partnering with stakeholders across the business.

You’ll also bring:
•    A problem solving mindset and confidence in interpreting financial information
•    A focus on accuracy, clarity and continuous improvement
•    Great communication skills and an ability to present information in a clear, engaging way
•    A collaborative approach and willingness to support others in the team
•    A desire to grow and develop within a dynamic finance environment
Professional accounting study or qualification (or interest in pursuing it) is welcomed.

What you’ll get in return

•    Competitive base salary
•    Up to 20% bonus
•    25 days’ holiday, with the option to buy more
•    BAYE, SAYE & Performance share schemes
•    5% pension
•    Life Assurance
•    Flexible benefits package
•    Excellent staff travel benefits
•    Study support for professional qualification

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 easyJet, 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.