Senior Accountant (Fixed-term Contract)

Job Purpose

Senior Accountant

In This Role, You Will

• Perform periodic process reviews and risk assessments; identify system/process discrepancies, limitations, and revenue leakages; conduct qualitative analysis; and compile data for KPIs and analytical reports for Senior Management.
• Maintain reconciliation standards through regular review of reconciliation functions and internal controls; review all reconciliation nominals, follow up on open items to ensure closure within stipulated timelines, and investigate high variances in liaison with stakeholders for resolution.
• Collaborate with Finance teams and stakeholders to drive process improvements, system enhancements, and automation; escalate anomalies and provide recommendations to Senior Management.
• Assist auditors in coordination with the Finance Controller and handle queries related to quality controls, reports, and procedures.
• Liaise with stakeholders to resolve discrepancies related to agreements, circulars, and reconciliations, ensuring accurate interpretation and updates for continuity and completeness.
• Analyse data using trends, comparative analysis, and industry benchmarks; escalate observations impacting yield or causing revenue leakage for corrective action.
• Manage, motivate, and develop the team to maximize accuracy and productivity, ensuring deliverables are completed cost-effectively and in line with KPIs.
• Perform User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for Finance systems to ensure requirements are met.
• Manage revenue accounting and audit of passenger revenue recognition, sales liability, interline billing, receivables, and expenses in line with IATA regulations; ensure accuracy and timely reflection in monthly financial statements.
• Identify revenue leakage and discrepancies within Revenue Accounting; ensure corrective actions are taken and escalated in line with SOPs to protect company revenue.
• Perform completeness and integrity checks in financial systems; liaise with internal teams to meet closing disciplines and monthly deadlines.
• Evaluate codeshare contracts, interpret complex clauses, and ensure accurate inward/outward billing; highlight discrepancies where applicable.
• Ensure billing disputes on complex agreements are resolved within required timelines as per RAM (IATA) and Codeshare Agreements/SPAs.
• Manage codeshare partner relationships and conduct operational audits as per agreements; analyse OAL tickets/coupons on EK metal to identify yield dilution or fare discrepancies and assess impact.
• Liaise with OAL, Commercial, Revenue Optimisation, and IATA to resolve queries, disputes, and issues in a timely manner.
• Conduct pre- and post-closing reviews to ensure accurate and complete billing and accounting.
• Support external audits by addressing queries and providing required justifications.
• Support Team Lead with analytical and compliance data for key decisions, interline reporting, and escalations.

Qualification

• To be considered for the role, you must meet the below requirements:
• Ability to analyze and review accounting statements and reports in detail.
• High level of computer literacy, with strong knowledge of office automation software such as Microsoft Office.
• Critical thinker with strong investigative and analytical skills.
• Experience specific to EKRS and Revenue Master Management.
• Experience in handling fare/tax audits and master management functions, preferably within an airline environment, in a supervisory capacity.
• Practical experience in specifying and testing revenue accounting–related system changes is preferred.
• Knowledge and experience in revenue accounting functions, including passenger fares, cargo, proration, and interline billing.
• At Emirates, we’re committed to helping our people grow and thrive.
• If you're ready for a rewarding and challenging career, apply today and become part of our world-class team.

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