Manager Revenue Accounting

JetBlue; New York (NY); On-site; USD 114,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan

Crewmember stock purchase plan

Job summary

JetBlue in New York seeks a Manager Revenue Accounting to ensure passenger revenue is accurately accounted and reported on time. You will oversee general ledger postings, reconciliations, budgets, forecasts, and internal controls, supervising crewmembers and coordinating with internal and external partners.

You will manage revenue from tickets, ancillary fees, vouchers, and credits while ensuring ASC 606 compliance and proper accounting for partnerships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent with 4+ years of relevant experience.
• CPA license required.
• Five years of accounting experience, including public accounting or with a public company.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP.
• Willingness to travel overnight (10%).
• Authorized to work in the US; no visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Manage the accounting for passenger ticket revenue, ancillary fees, vouchers and credits.
• Maintain accounting under ASC 606 (Revenue from Contracts with Customers).
• Liaise with offshore business partner.
• Manage interline and codeshare accounting and contract terms.
• Prepare budgets and forecasts.
• Create models and analytics to support accounting estimates.
• Ensure systems are tested for new revenue initiatives.
• Research and conclude on proper accounting for new revenue sources.
• Translate contract terms into US GAAP applications.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors.
• Develop crewmembers and supervise staff.

Skills

CPA

US GAAP

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA certification

Tools

Tableau

SQL

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Title

Manager Revenue Accounting

Position Summary

The Manager Revenue Accounting is responsible for ensuring JetBlue's passenger revenue is accounted for and reported accurately and on time. This includes overseeing general ledger postings, reconciliations, analysis of budget versus actual, and ensuring internal controls are properly maintained. The Manager is also responsible for maintaining budgets and forecasts and ensuring successful implementation of all passenger revenue initiatives, including accounting process and policy development, technical accounting research, systems testing, etc. This role supervises and directs the activities of several crewmembers.

Essential Responsibilities

• Manage the accounting for passenger ticket revenue, ancillary fees, customer vouchers and credits and their related assets and liabilities
• Maintain all proper accounting under Revenue from Contracts with Customers, ASC Topic 606
• Liaise and manage the relationship with an off-shore business partner
• Manage the accounting for Interline and Codeshare partnerships, including review of contract terms and systems implementation
• Perform budgets and forecasts for areas of responsibility
• Create models and analytics to support accounting estimates
• Ensure systems are properly tested and compliant with accounting and reporting needs when new revenue initiatives are implemented
• Prepare technical accounting memorandums
• Research, analyze and conclude on the proper accounting treatment of new revenue sources and initiatives
• Understand contract terms and translate them into the appropriate application of US GAAP
• Foster a team environment and collaborate with other internal departments and external business partners
• Liaise with internal and external auditors, providing audit deliverables as needed
• Ensure compliance with internal controls; document and develop new procedures when required
• Take a significant role in the development of crewmembers to support their engagement, growth, and goal achievement
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; OR demonstrated capability to perform job responsibilities with a combination of a High School Diploma/GED and at least four (4) years of relevant work experience
• Valid Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Five (5) years' experience in accounting roles, including public accounting and/or with a public company
• Proven understanding of accounting theory and US GAAP
• Available for overnight travel (10%)
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test
• Must be legally eligible to work in the country in which the position is located
• Authorization to work in the US is required. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Preferred Experience and Qualifications

• Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite
• Proficient with Tableau, SQL or similar tools
• Previous airline industry experience
• Strong analytical & problem-solving skills
• Self-starter who possesses a sense of urgency and an ability to operate in a fast-paced environment with shifting demands
• Previous experience with supervising others
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with system implementations and/or major system enhancements

Crewmember Expectations

• Regular attendance and punctuality
• Potential need to work flexible hours and be available to respond on short-notice
• Able to maintain a professional appearance
• When working or traveling on JetBlue flights, and if time permits, all capable crewmembers are asked to assist with light cleaning of the aircraft
• Must be an appropriate organizational fit for JetBlue culture, exhibiting JetBlue values of Safety, Caring, Integrity, Passion and Fun
• Must fulfill safety accountabilities as prescribed by JetBlue's Safety Management System
• Promote JetBlue's Safety as a Safety Ambassador, supporting Safety Management System components, Safety Policy, and behavioral standards
• Identify safety and/or security concerns, issues, incidents or hazards and report them using available channels
• Responsible for adhering to applicable laws, regulations (FAA, OSHA, DOT, etc.) and Company policies, procedures and risk controls
• Uphold JetBlue's safety performance metric goals and understand how they relate to duties and responsibilities

Equipment

• Computer and other office equipment

Work Environment

• Traditional office environment
• Airports environment
• Hangar

Physical Effort

• Generally not required, or up to 10 pounds occasionally, 0 pounds frequently (Sedentary)

Compensation

The base pay range for this position is between $114,000.00 and $170,000.00 per year. Base pay is one component of JetBlue's total compensation package, which may also include performance bonuses, restricted stock units, as well as access to healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan and company match, crewmember stock purchase plan, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, free space available travel on JetBlue, and more.