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Financial Accountant – Fleet & Capital

On-site in London·Full-time·Added today (last checked 13 Oct)

easyJet

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Overview

Job details

  • Full-time

    Per the ad.

Benefits

  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays

    Paid annual leave, per the ad.

  • 7% employer pension

    Paid in by the employer, per the ad. The legal minimum is 3%.

Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

You'll bring a professional accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA or CIMA, together with the ability to understand and interpret complex accounting matters.

You're proactive, enquiring and highly attentive to detail. You can identify issues, shape practical solutions and drive change with a continuous-improvement mindset.

You'll manage a varied workload to deadlines and communicate confidently with finance and non-finance contacts at different levels. Strong Excel skills and experience with accounting packages or ERP systems will help you succeed.

What you'll get

> Competitive base salary + up to 20% bonus

> 7% employer pension contribution

> Private medical insurance

> 25 days holiday + bank holidays

> Annual credit towards an easyJet holiday

> Excellent staff travel benefits

> Flexible benefits package including share schemes

Diversity isn't a checkbox - it's how we fly

Fleet accounting benefits from different ways of thinking. We welcome the perspectives and experiences that help teams question assumptions, solve complex problems and build stronger, more transparent financial controls.

Reasonable Adjustments

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.

Ready to bring clarity to complex fleet finance?

The role

Financial Accountant - Fleet & Capital

Luton | Full-time | Hybrid

20% bonus • 7% pension • Staff travel benefits

We support hybrid working, and you'll spend 3 days of the week in the office.

You turn complex fleet accounting into clear, reliable numbers that help the business move with confidence.

You're naturally curious, precise and ready to challenge how things are done. If you enjoy applying professional judgement, strengthening controls and improving processes, this role gives you the scope to make a practical difference.

The opportunity

Fleet is a significant and technically complex part of easyJet's business. As Financial Accountant - Fleet & Capital, you'll account for fleet-related transactions and provide analytical support to the Finance Manager for Fleet & Capital.

You'll join the team responsible for fleet balance sheet accounts, applying your accounting knowledge and professional judgement to maintain strong, transparent controls across aircraft leases, capital expenditure and maintenance activity.

"This role suits someone who enjoys getting into the detail, asking the right questions and turning complex accounting into clear, dependable outcomes. We're looking for curiosity, sound judgement and the confidence to make processes better." - Senior Finance Manager

The team & culture

You'll be part of the Fleet R2R team for easyJet holidays and work with finance and non-finance colleagues across the business. Clear communication, constructive relationships and dependable delivery are central to how the team gets results.

The environment is fast-paced and energetic, with plenty of opportunity to build experience. You'll be encouraged to ask questions, spot issues and help make processes simpler and more effective.

What you'll be doing

You'll account for aircraft leases under IFRS 16, covering new leases, extensions, exits and end-of-lease provisions.

You'll update and reconcile fleet-related balance sheet accounts each month, while supporting capital accounting and reporting, including the asset register, aircraft acquisitions and heavy maintenance events.

You'll provide inputs and modelling for the maintenance provision, track heavy maintenance costs, and improve, automate and streamline processes within Fleet R2R and the wider finance function.

What we're looking for

You'll bring a professional accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA or CIMA, together with the ability to understand and interpret complex accounting matters.

You're proactive, enquiring and highly attentive to detail. You can identify issues, shape practical solutions and drive change with a continuous-improvement mindset.

You'll manage a varied workload to deadlines and communicate confidently with finance and non-finance contacts at different levels. Strong Excel skills and experience with accounting packages or ERP systems will help you succeed.

What you'll get

> Competitive base salary + up to 20% bonus

> 7% employer pension contribution

> Private medical insurance

> 25 days holiday + bank holidays

> Annual credit towards an easyJet holiday

> Excellent staff travel benefits

> Flexible benefits package including share schemes

Diversity isn't a checkbox - it's how we fly

Fleet accounting benefits from different ways of thinking. We welcome the perspectives and experiences that help teams question assumptions, solve complex problems and build stronger, more transparent financial controls.

Reasonable Adjustments

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.

Ready to bring clarity to complex fleet finance?

Hiring process

1 interview

  • easyJet contacts candidates by email once an application has been reviewed.
  • Unsuccessful candidates are asked to wait 6 months before reapplying for the same role.

About easyJet

Industry
Airlines
Founded
1995
Employees
10,000–20,000
Headquarters
London, UK
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