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

Lufthansa Group Business Services; Kraków; Hybrid; PLN 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Health Plan

Flexible working hours

Hybrid work possible

Free parking

Flight privileges

Development programs

Job summary

Lufthansa Group Business Services in Kraków is seeking a cost-conscious Finance professional to support airport cost control processes, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and compliance with procedures and international standards.

You will verify invoices, prepare accruals, and generate reports while collaborating with internal teams. The role requires attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and English at B2 level.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (or at least completion of the 3rd year of studies).
• Very good knowledge of MS Office (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).
• Experience with SAP FI or other ERP accounting systems (required for more experienced candidates).

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Organizational skills

Team player

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree

Tools

Excel

SAP FI

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

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

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.