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Wizz Air is a leading European low-cost airline. Our mission is to provide affordable and reliable air travel to everyone, everywhere, while minimizing our environmental impact. We are proud to foster a diverse and inclusive team of over 8,000 employees from more than 100 nationalities, who share our values of inclusivity, positivity, dedication, integrity, and sustainability.

As a rapidly expanding airline, we offer exciting career opportunities across a range of functions, from flight operations to engineering, customer experience, finance, and more. We provide extensive training and development opportunities to help our employees grow and succeed in their roles. Joining Wizz Air means joining a team that is passionate about aviation, dedicated to excellence, and committed to making air travel accessible and sustainable for all. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in the aviation industry, we welcome you to explore our job opportunities and become a part of our success story.

Accounting Manager - Aircraft Financing 

Based in Budapest 

Purpose of the position:

The Accounting Manager joins a team that manages the Wizz Air Group’s external and internal financial reporting. This position plays a pivotal role in the accounting processes related to aircraft leases, the most significant financing arrangements of the Group. Acting as a subject matter expert, managing internal and external stakeholders, liaising with the auditors and outsourced accounting service providers, taking part in cross-functional projects, developing systems to tackle complex accounting matters are all part of the role.

The position reports to the Senior Accounting Manager and has no direct reports.

What we offer:

• Base salary and employee bonus scheme
• Unlimited number of significantly discounted and confirmed seating tickets, giving access to a continuously growing network of destinations
• Relocation package (if applicable) – expense budget, Temporary accommodation, Administration support
• Life insurance
• AYCM sport pass contracting possibility
• Instant impact, from any level of the organisation, exposure to C-suite management
• Fast career progression, internal mobility and talent management supported by training opportunities (Wizz Academy and bespoke trainings)
• True international and multi-cultural work environment, passionate, driven and diverse teams
• Unique opportunity to work in the Head Quarter of a listed company

Responsibilities:

• Support the preparation of consolidated financial statements, statutory financial statements and management reporting according to company policies and IFRS.
• Contribute significantly to the monthly financial close process
• Participate in the development/establishment of accounting policies, procedures
• Focus on improving system efficiencies and business practices.
• Take part in or lead projects that improve the performance of accounting operations (efficiency, quality and timeliness), including further digitization of our processes.
• Assist with the compilation of information for the preparation of tax returns.
• Support external and internal audits
• Cooperate with, and in your areas control the work of, the outsourced accounting services provider of the Group.

Requirements:

• Finalized university or college degree in economics, majoring in finance or accounting
• Firm understanding of key accounting concepts, particularly IFRS
• 5+ years’ work experience in a similar area, preferably at a multinational company
• Good Excel knowledge
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Ability to take ownership and work independently on complex matters
• Fluent English
• IFRS 16 related knowledge is an advantage
• International accountancy qualification (ACCA, CIMA, etc) is an advantage
• Experience in the use of ERP systems is an advantage

When applying, please only provide valid information regarding your educational background and certificates, as the original documents will be requested during the hiring process.

We look forward to meeting you and learning more about your skills and experience. Join the Wizz Air team and discover the world of opportunities.