(Junior) Airport Cost Controller (m/f/diverse)

Lufthansa Group; Kraków; Hybrid; PLN 100,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Hybrid work

Free parking

Relocation support

Health plan

Employee events

Flight privileges

Job summary

Lufthansa Group in Kraków is seeking a detail-oriented Airport Cost Controller to support cost control processes in an international aviation environment. You will verify invoices, prepare accruals, perform reconciliations, and help optimize finance operations.

The role requires a Bachelor's or Master’s degree, strong Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP), SAP FI experience, and good English (B2). The team offers flexible hours, hybrid work, and relocation support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree required or 3rd year of studies completed.
• Strong Excel skills (PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP) and working knowledge of SAP FI.
• Good command of English (B2) and the ability to work in an international environment.

Responsibilities

• Verify supplier invoices against contracts, rates, and quantities.
• Prepare accruals and provisions; perform quality checks on accruals.
• Reconcile provision accounts and resolve open items.
• Support system settings and workflow tools with relevant teams.
• Produce financial and operational reports and maintain documentation.

Skills

Analytical skills

English proficiency

Time management

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree

3rd year of studies completed

Tools

SAP FI

MS Excel

Job description

Join our team and grow your career in finance within an international aviation environment. We are looking for a detail-oriented professional who will support airport cost control processes, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and compliance with internal procedures and international accounting standards.

Tasks

• Verify supplier invoices against contract terms, rates, and quantities
• Ensure accuracy before approval (true & correct / final approval)
• Clarify discrepancies with suppliers and operational teams
• Identify, claim, and monitor overcharges
• Prepare accruals and provisions
• Perform quality checks on system-generated accruals
• Reconcile provision accounts as part of closing processes
• Resolve open financial items and discrepancies
• Handle corrections and interline billing recharges
• Support maintenance of system settings in cooperation with relevant teams
• Monitor workflow tools and ensure smooth execution of processes
• Prepare financial and operational reports
• Maintain proper documentation and support audit activities
• Participate in workshops and system/tool enhancements
• Review and clarify pending or unprocessed invoices
• Support onboarding and knowledge transfer
• Contribute to process optimization and automation initiatives
• Share financial information with internal stakeholders
• Perform all other duties assigned or delegated by supervisors

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Hybrid working possible
• Lockers for cyclists / sportsmen
• Development programs / Training options
• Free parking
• Relocation support
• Health Plan
• Employee events
• Flight privileges

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (or at least completion of the 3rd year of studies)
• Very good knowledge of MS Office (especially Excel: Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas)
• Good command of English (B2)
• Knowledge of a second foreign language is an asset
• For Airport Cost Controller: minimum 1 year of experience in Finance & Accounting (preferably SSC/BPO environment)
• Experience with SAP FI or other ERP accounting systems (required for more experienced candidates)

We Are Looking For Someone Who

• Works in a diligent, structured, and independent way
• Has strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrates good time management and organizational skills
• Is a team player with a proactive attitude
• Has strong communication and customer-oriented mindset
• CV/Resume required
• Must possess permit to work in Poland

The salary offer for this position will be presented after the interview stage, at the time of extending an employment offer, allowing sufficient time to review and discuss the proposed terms of employment and compensation.