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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

Based in BUD - Office 

Purpose of the position:

Join our dynamic team at Wizz Air HQ as an Accounting Manager, where you'll take the lead in managing a range of accounting activities to ensure compliance with IFRS, corporate policies, and external audits. Reporting to and collaborating closely with the Senior Accounting Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in the monthly closing of accounts, report preparation, and coordination with Tax and Payroll providers.

About You:

The ideal candidate is a proactive, results-driven individual with strong leadership capabilities and a keen interest in both operational and technical accounting. In our fast-paced, team-oriented environment, you should be a self-starter with flexibility, high integrity, and a goal-oriented mindset. 

• 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

• Work closely with the Senior Manager to provide key expertise on IFRS and ensure compliance across the organization.
• Familiarize yourself with Wizz Air's Accounting Policy and stay abreast of accounting policies applied by key industry players.
• Provide oversight on services from SSC and its subcontractors.
• Support the preparation of consolidated financial statements and management reporting according to company policies and IFRS.
• Contribute to the monthly financial close process
• Participate in the development/establishment of accounting policies, procedures
• Focus on improving system efficiencies and business practices.
• Participate in strategic financial projects
• Collaborate with external auditors to ensure successful audit results and compliance.
• Ensure accuracy in the general ledger, and financial statement classification and booking.
• Overview the statutory financial statements preparation process of assigned entities/branches
• Assist with the compilation of information for the preparation of tax returns.

• Fluent English (written and spoken)
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or similar (e.g., B.S. in Business with a major in Accounting) from a four-year college or university is required. Masters of Accountancy and/or MBA is preferred.
• Certified Public Accountant is strongly preferred.
• At least 2 years of relevant work experience, inclusive of roles with increasing responsibility.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common financial reports and legal documents.
• Effective presentation skills for communication with top management, field leadership
• Process Improvements
• Accuracy
• Timeliness
• Attention to Detail
• Organization
• Multitasking
• Verbal and Written Communication
• Team Player
• Interpersonal Skills
• Leadership
• Collaboration
• Analysis

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.