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We're on a mission to bring new and uplifting experiences to our guests, transforming flying from simply 'nice', to something wonderful.

Like any good mission, this one starts with our people.

Which is why we encourage our team to embody the fun, laid back, authentic spirit we've become famous for. Because when they're free to be themselves, they're better able to own their personal responsibilities and go the extra mile to help our guests.

Job Overview

  • Work type:

    Max Term

  • Location:

    Brisbane, Australia Wide

  • Job type:

    Finance & Accounting

  • Applications close:

Revenue Accountant

  • Full-time, 12 month maximum-term contract with potential for a permanent role (we have over 60 Finance positions in Brisbane!)
  • Brisbane based position

Hello. We’re Virgin Australia. We’re the airline that’s always done things a little different. Our way. The Virgin way. We’re on a mission to make flying better than ‘nice’. And to do that, it takes a team of talented people who are passionate about customer experience, doing the right thing always, with a focus on safety – in the air, on the ground and in our workplaces. A team who values real diversity and inclusion, in a big brand with big ambitions.

What you’ll be doing

The objective of the Revenue Accountant role is to develop/maintain best practice systems, processes and controls to ensure that forward sales, interline, no show and ancillary revenue is accounted for accurately and in a timely manner. The role involves understanding and analysing data with a view to continuous improvement to drive efficiencies and keep pace with industry and business change.

Responsibilities include:

  • Revenue Accounting and Month End responsibilities including; 
    • Accurate and timely production of revenue/un-earned revenue, breakage and interline related results
    • Review and analysis of revenue/un-earned revenue and interline items for accuracy and reasonableness
    • Provide data or analysis to finance/ business to support the monthly results including adhoc requirement for information
    • Ensure compliance with relevant credit policies on processing flight tickets and ancillary documents.
  • Ensure completion of all balance sheet reconciliations
  • Build effective & productive working relationships across the business and within finance
  • Manage the development and maintenance of systems, processes, and controls for your area
  • Compile audit work files with supporting documentation for external auditors
  • Ensure all recommendations from Internal Audit are actioned in a timely manner
  • Continuously look to identify and implement process improvements in relation to revenue accounting and processes
  • Foster a positive working atmosphere

You’ll be great in this role if you have…

  • Accounting or Finance degree
  • CPA/ CA Qualification (or working towards gaining this)
  • High level of computer literacy, including advanced Excel spread sheet skills
  • 3-5 years commercial experience, ideally in Revenue Accounting
  • Experience in month-end accounting processes
  • Experience in a dynamic environment
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to improve processes
  • An eye for detail and ability to efficiently analyse financial information 
  • Aviation experience is preferred, but not essential

We’re committed to looking after you, with some of the best benefits and conditions in the industry – including (but not limited to):

  • Discounted flights for you and your loved ones (including $1000 worth of travel credits per year)
  • A flexible, hybrid work style. Work from home or the office, adapt your location to suit your style and needs
  • One of Brisbane’s most admired head office locations, with South Bank train station, a supermarket, pharmacy, and lunch options downstairs plus a 5-minute walk to the Busway, a rooftop restaurant and onsite gym (with a low membership fee) and South Bank Parklands just across the road
  • Discounts on travel insurance, lounge membership, car hire, accommodation, and experiences worldwide
  • Cheaper hospitality, retail, technology, beauty and wellness services
  • Free counselling and access to a wellbeing app to support your physical, mental, social and financial health
  • ‘Dress for Your Day’ – enjoy the freedom to wear whatever makes you feel great for the type of work you do and the day you have ahead of you.

When everyone is included, everyone wins

We’re all individuals. And we love that. That’s why we encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, our friends in the LGBTQI+ community, and anyone else who wants to join our family.

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