Accounting Manager/Senior (Lease Accounting)

The Accounting Manager plays a critical role in maintaining the accuracy, reliability, and compliance of key balance sheet accounts, with primary responsibility for lease accounting, fixed assets, inventory, and other operational accounting balances.

This position serves as a subject matter expert on technical accounting matters, ensuring transactions and balances are accounted for correctly under IFRS and company policies. The role requires strong analytical and professional judgement, the ability to evaluate complex contractual arrangements, and the confidence to provide accounting guidance across the business.

Working closely with Group Accounting & Consolidation, Finance Managers, operational stakeholders, and external auditors, the Senior Accounting Manager supports high-quality financial reporting and a strong control environment.Balance Sheet Management* Maintain ownership of key balance sheet accounts, including fixed assets, inventory, leases, accruals, prepayments, and maintenance-related balances
* Ensure balances are accurately recorded, reconciled, supported, and compliant with IFRS and internal policies

Lease Accounting* Assess and oversee the accounting treatment of lease arrangements, particularly aircraft and engine leases
* Review contract terms and determine appropriate accounting treatment in accordance with IFRS 16
* Ensure accurate accounting for right-of-use assets, lease liabilities, lease income, and related transactions

Inventory & Fixed Assets* Oversee accounting for aircraft, engines, spare parts, and work-in-progress inventory
* Ensure appropriate accounting for acquisitions, disposals, transfers, depreciation, impairment, and inventory provisions
* Support correct classification of assets, inventory, operational expenses, and cost of sales

Technical Accounting & Advisory* Provide accounting guidance on complex transactions and areas requiring professional judgement
* Prepare technical accounting assessments and position papers where required
* Partner with Group Accounting to ensure consistent application of IFRS and corporate accounting policies
* Support the adoption of new accounting standards and policy updates

Financial Reporting & Controls* Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities for assigned accounting areas
* Review journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules for accuracy and completeness
* Maintain effective financial controls and drive continuous improvements in accounting processes and documentation

Audit & Compliance* Act as a key contact for external auditors on leases, fixed assets, inventory, and related balance sheet accounts
* Coordinate audit requests, provide supporting documentation, and explain accounting positions and judgements
* Support financial statement disclosures and timely resolution of audit findings

Stakeholder Collaboration* Work closely with finance, operations, and Group Accounting teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and strong governance
* Provide technical accounting support to business initiatives, contracts, and strategic projects