As the nation’s flag carrier, we take great pride in connecting Britain with the world and the world with Britain.
It’s something we’ve been doing for over 100 years, ever since we launched the world’s first international scheduled air service between London and Paris.
This originality has been in our blood since day one. It’s the spirit we share with the people that fly with us, our partners, and our colleagues.
So, whether you are a reassuring voice on the end of a phone, a smile at the door, under a wing keeping the turbines spinning or landing us gently in far-flung places, a job at British Airways is yours to make.
We know great things can happen when you’re inspired to think big and bring your ambition to work every day, which is why, at British Airways the sky is never the limit.
The role: An exciting opportunity to join British Airways as a Finance Analyst has arisen!
You will be responsible for the oversight and control of the financial accounting and indirect tax payment processes in Passenger Revenue Accounting.
What you’ll do: - Provide comprehensive financial accounting, management accounting and reporting to the business to highlight issues and opportunities for improvement and/or cost reduction.
- Prepare forecasts for releases to support financial evaluation of business decisions (past or expected)
- Ensure our accounting rules are up to date within the PRA system and in line with business expectations and IFRS rules.
- Ticket tax returns and ensure any under/overpayments are identified and reported to ensure corrective actions are submitted to the relevant authorities on a timely basis.
- Monitor third party activities and support as and when needed to ensure suppliers can meet their contractual commitments.
What you’ll bring to British Airways: - Analytical and problem solving skills including ability to manipulate, analyse and interpret complex financial and business data.
- Good IT skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage, challenge and influence at all levels of the business.
- Strong organisation and people management skills with the ability to manage internal and external partners on agreed deliverables.
- Cultural awareness and sensitivity and able to interact with colleagues from different backgrounds.
Your experience: - A full professional finance qualification (CIMA/ACCA) and relevant experience is essential.
- Strong understanding of finance theory and good level of practical finance experience in management accounting, financial accounting and internal controls.
- Good understanding of statutory and regulatory requirements including Standing Instructions, Financial Standing Instructions, Financial Reporting Standards and International Accounting Standards.
- Experience of managing third party supplier relationship and work process
What we offer: We believe that all the people who work with us should feel valued for the part they play. It’s one of the reasons our rewards go far beyond a competitive salary.
From the day you join us, you’ll get access to brilliant staff travel benefits including unlimited basic and premium standby tickets on British Airways flights. You’ll also receive up to 30 discounted ‘Hotline’ airfares per year for yourself, friends, and family.
At British Airways you’ll have the chance to take on new challenges and move forward in a way that feels right for you. We encourage all those who work for us to consider opportunities right across our business to help you develop and progress.
We never stand still, and we don’t expect our people to either.
Inclusion & Diversity At British Airways we all have a part to play in creating an inclusive place to work. Diverse representation among our people is really important to us and we recognise that all our colleagues are uniquely different and bring their own originality, creativity and identity to work.
Inclusion and diversity is a key driver of innovation and we’re committed to cCancelreating a culture where everyone feels that they can be themselves. We’re looking for people from all backgrounds and cultures to join us and be a part of our journey to become a Better BA as we continue to connect Britain with the world and the world with Britain.