Finance Manager - Financial Transactions Transformation at easyJet

London, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Financial Control, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Oracle ERP, Stakeholder Management, Process Automation, Data Migration, Financial Reporting, Change Management, ERP Implementation, Month-end Close

Industry

Airlines and Aviation

Description

Finance Manager 12 Months Fixed Term Contract You'll be joining the easyJet holidays Finance team as a Finance Manager on a 12 month fixed term contract, working closely with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Financial Control, Finance Systems and wider transformation stakeholders. The team is implementing Oracle as the new accounting system, and this role provides hands-on project management and finance expertise to get it right for AP and AR. You'll lead and coordinate finance workstreams for Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, translating business requirements into clear deliverables and making sure the new system supports strong financial control, efficient processing and accurate reporting. You will be responsible for: > Partnering with AP and AR teams to understand current processes and embed standardised ways of working for the future state > Identifying opportunities to simplify, automate or strengthen processes as part of the Oracle implementation > Making sure end-to-end controls are designed and evidenced across supplier invoice processing, payments, customer receipts, reconciliations and exception handling > Owning the AP and AR project plan, including milestones, actions, dependencies, risks and decisions > Coordinating testing, data migration support, cutover readiness and post-go-live stabilisation for AP and AR > Working with Finance Transformation, external implementation partners and internal finance teams so Oracle design decisions meet finance, reporting and control requirements > Tracking issues and blockers, escalating where needed and driving timely resolution across finance and cross-functional stakeholders > Documenting process changes and handing them over to BAU owners with clear accountability > Supporting training, user readiness and communications so teams understand new processes and system responsibilities > Building relationships across finance and non-finance stakeholders, and challenging constructively where requirements, controls or timelines aren't clear What you'll bring to the team: > Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with a minimum of 3 years PQE > Strong understanding of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, month-end close and finance control requirements > Experience supporting or delivering finance transformation, process improvement or system implementation projects > Strong stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to challenge and influence people at different levels of seniority > Clear communication skills, able to explain finance and project impacts to finance and non-finance colleagues alike > A self-starter with high levels of motivation, resilience and enthusiasm > Hands-on experience using Oracle or supporting an Oracle finance implementation is desirable > Experience of ERP migration is desirable > Experience in a high-volume transactional finance environment, such as supplier payments, customer receipts, refunds, reconciliations or automated workflows, is desirable > Travel, airline, tour operator or e-commerce experience is helpful but not essential What’s in it for you: In addition to your competitive base salary, we offer an all-inclusive benefits package which includes our company-wide bonus scheme, 7%25 pension contribution, and private medical insurance. We offer a variety of share options and life assurance, and we have an impressive range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You'll have access to heavily discounted flights for yourself and your loved ones, as well as free easyJet Plus membership, annual holiday vouchers, and a generous annual leave entitlement. The role is full-time and based at our easyJet holidays HQ near Luton Airport. We operate a hybrid working model of 3 days per week in the office. How to apply: Please click on the apply button to complete your application. Occasionally we receive a large volume of applications for our roles and when that happens, we sometimes bring the closing date forward - so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment. 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 ma.recruitment@easyjet.com. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure accessibility and accommodation About easyJet holidays: Ready to make your next move? How about make your mark? Join a team with unstoppable drive and passion at easyJet holidays. In 2019 we launched our easyJet holidays business, with a mission to provide brilliant holidays at unbeatable prices. We want to lead the industry by making sustainable travel affordable and accessible to everyone – and to do this we’re building remarkable teams with modern ways of working. By joining us you’ll be part of the UK’s fastest growing tour operator and a company named as one of the Best Workplaces in Travel. You’ll be given autonomy to do your job, a platform to share your ideas, and you’ll get to work with the very best people in the industry – all to create experiences that customers will remember forever. Make a difference with your next role. Make it easyJet holidays. #LI-HYBRID #LI-MR1 #ejholidays

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate finance workstreams for Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable during the implementation of Oracle as the new accounting system. Ensure end-to-end controls are designed, processes are automated, and the system meets reporting and financial control requirements.