Financial Accountant – Fleet & Capital

easyJet holidays; Luton; Sur place; GBP 55 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Bonus up to 20%

Private medical insurance

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Annual credit towards an easyJet trip

Staff travel benefits

Flexible benefits package including/“&

Résumé du poste

easyJet holidays is seeking a Financial Accountant – Fleet & Capital in Luton on a hybrid basis. You will account for aircraft leases under IFRS 16, maintain fleet balance sheet accuracy and support reporting for capital activity.

The role requires ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent, strong Excel skills, and experience with ERP/accounting packages. You will work with Finance to strengthen controls and streamline processes in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualification or equivalent
• Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail
• Proactive with ability to identify issues and improve processes

Responsabilités

• Account for fleet-related transactions under IFRS 16 including new leases, extensions and end-of-lease provisions
• Reconcile and update fleet balance sheet accounts monthly and support capital accounting/reporting
• Provide inputs and modelling for maintenance provisions; track heavy maintenance costs; drive automation in Fleet R2R activities

Connaissances

Excel skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Formation

ACA/ACCA/CIMA

Outils

ERP systems

Accounting packages

Description du poste

Job Description - Financial Accountant – Fleet & Capital (17406)

Job Description

Financial Accountant – Fleet & Capital ( 17406 )

Description

Financial Accountant – Fleet & Capital

Luton|Full-time|Hybrid

We support hybrid working, and you’ll spend 3 days of the week in the office.

You turn complex fleet accounting into clear, reliable numbers that help the business move with confidence.

You’re naturally curious, precise and ready to challenge how things are done. If you enjoy applying professional judgement, strengthening controls and improving processes, this role gives you the scope to make a practical difference.

The opportunity

Fleet is a significant and technically complex part of easyJet’s business. As Financial Accountant – Fleet & Capital, you’ll account for fleet-related transactions and provide analytical support to the Finance Manager for Fleet & Capital.

You’ll join the team responsible for fleet balance sheet accounts, applying your accounting knowledge and professional judgement to maintain strong, transparent controls across aircraft leases, capital expenditure and maintenance activity.

“This role suits someone who enjoys getting into the detail, asking the right questions and turning complex accounting into clear, dependable outcomes. We’re looking for curiosity, sound judgement and the confidence to make processes better.” - Senior Finance Manager

The team & culture

You’ll be part of the Fleet R2R team and work with finance and non-finance colleagues across the business. Clear communication, constructive relationships and dependable delivery are central to how the team gets results.

The environment is fast-paced and energetic, with plenty of opportunity to build experience. You’ll be encouraged to ask questions, spot issues and help make processes simpler and more effective.

What you’ll be doing

You’ll account for aircraft leases under IFRS 16, covering new leases, extensions, exits and end-of-lease provisions.

You’ll update and reconcile fleet-related balance sheet accounts each month, while supporting capital accounting and reporting, including the asset register, aircraft acquisitions and heavy maintenance events.

You’ll provide inputs and modelling for the maintenance provision, track heavy maintenance costs, and improve, automate and streamline processes within Fleet R2R and the wider finance function.

Requirements of the Role

What we’re looking for

You’ll bring a professional accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA or CIMA, together with the ability to understand and interpret complex accounting matters.

You’re proactive, enquiring and highly attentive to detail. You can identify issues, shape practical solutions and drive change with a continuous-improvement mindset.

You’ll manage a varied workload to deadlines and communicate confidently with finance and non-finance contacts at different levels. Strong Excel skills and experience with accounting packages or ERP systems will help you succeed.

What you’ll get

• Competitive base salary + up to 20% bonus
• Private medical insurance
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Annual credit towards an easyJet holiday
• Excellent staff travel benefits
• Flexible benefits package including share schemes

Diversity isn't a checkbox - it's how we fly

Fleet accounting benefits from different ways of thinking. We welcome the perspectives and experiences that help teams question assumptions, solve complex problems and build stronger, more transparent financial controls.

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 [e-mail]. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure accessibility and accommodation.

Business Area

Finance