Senior Finance Manager - Group Technical Accounting %26 Reporting

easyJet; Luton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading low-cost airline in the UK is seeking a Senior Finance Manager for Group Technical Accounting & Reporting. This high-visibility role involves ensuring compliance with technical accounting standards, managing relationships with external auditors, and overseeing group statutory accounts preparation. The ideal candidate has a recognised accounting qualification and strong IFRS expertise, along with excellent communication skills. Competitive salary and flexible benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Up to 30% bonus

25 days holiday

Flexible benefits package

Excellent staff travel benefits

Qualifications

• Recent in-depth technical accounting experience.
• Experience in large, complex organisations.
• Ability to communicate complex matters clearly.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present technical accounting papers.
• Serve as first contact for accounting questions.
• Manage the relationship with external auditors.

Skills

Technical accounting expertise

IFRS compliance

Presentation skills

Proactive problem solving

Education

Recognised accountancy qualification (ACA/CA)

Job description

Senior Finance Manager - Group Technical Accounting & Reporting

About easyJet:

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 19,000 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.

Role Overview:

Reporting to the Head of Group Reporting, the Senior Finance Manager – Group Technical Accounting & Reporting sits within the Group Reporting team. In this highly visible role, you will ensure easyJet complies with all technical accounting and reporting requirements. This includes ensuring complex accounting transactions are recognised in accordance with IFRS, new accounting standards are implemented, and easyJet’s external financial reporting is technically compliant.

What will you do:

• Prepare, review, and present papers on technical accounting matters to senior management and finance teams.
• Serve as the first point of contact for accounting technical questions across the business.
• Oversee production and maintenance of the Group accounting manual.
• Manage the coordination and implementation of new accounting standards, amendments, and interpretations.
• Be accountable for the preparation and presentation of the Group statutory accounts.
• Manage the day-to-day relationship with the Group’s external auditors.

Who we are looking for:

• Holds a recognised accountancy qualification (ACA/CA or equivalent international certification).
• Brings recent, in-depth technical accounting experience, with strong IFRS expertise (particularly IFRS 16 would be an advantage).
• Demonstrates intellectual curiosity and a proactive approach to understanding complex accounting issues.
• Communicates complex technical matters clearly and confidently to a wide range of stakeholders.
• Possesses excellent presentation skills (written and verbal).
• Has experience operating within large, complex organisations (FTSE, EMEA, or global).

Company Culture and Benefits:

• Competitive base salary
• Up to 30% bonus
• 25 days holiday
• BAYE, SAYE & Performance share schemes
• 7% pension
• Life Assurance
• Flexible benefits package
• Excellent staff travel benefits

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.

Application Process:

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your CV.

Closing date for applications: 17th October.