Assistant Manager (Revenue Accounting)

A prominent international airline is searching for an exceptionally skilled and driven Assistant Manager of Revenue Accounting to join its core finance division, located in Mosta, Malta. This is a critical leadership role focused on ensuring the precision, effectiveness, and accountability of the company's revenue recognition processes.

The successful candidate must be a proven leader with substantial, direct experience managing Revenue Accounting functions specifically within the airline sector.

🛑 Mandatory Candidate Requirements

To be considered for this position, applicants must satisfy all the following criteria:

• Airline Revenue Accounting Experience: Extensive, verifiable experience at a Team Leader, Supervisor, or similar management level within the Revenue Accounting department of an Airline Company.
• People Management: Demonstrated success in personnel management, including the supervision, training, coaching, and performance evaluation of an accounting team. Management experience is essential.
• Communication Skills: C2 or Native-level fluency in English is required for professional written and verbal communication.

📋 Key Responsibilities

Reporting directly to the Revenue Accounting Manager, the Assistant Manager will oversee the daily operations and strategic output of the team.

1. Team Management and Operations

• Lead, inspire, and manage the team of Revenue Accountants, promoting high standards of compliance, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
• Organize, delegate, and review the team's workflow to guarantee all daily, weekly, and month-end tasks are completed accurately and on time.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and one-on-one sessions, identifying developmental needs and supporting team growth.

2. Core Revenue Functions

• Oversee the complete accounting lifecycle for all airline income streams (e.g., passenger sales, cargo, ancillary products, and excess baggage).
• Ensure accurate adherence to complex accounting standards (IFRS/GAAP) regarding revenue recognition, deferred revenue, and breakage.
• Manage and quality-control processes like proration and interline billing (e.g., IATA SIS), strictly complying with IATA regulations and bilateral agreements.
• Direct and review essential reconciliations, including matching passenger sales data with banking records, General Ledger accounts, and other related systems.

3. Financial Control, Auditing, and Reporting

• Manage the month-end and year-end revenue close process, ensuring all necessary journal entries, deferrals, and accruals are prepared, reviewed, and posted according to the schedule.
• Maintain and enhance a robust framework of internal controls over the revenue cycle to protect assets and guarantee reliable financial reporting.
• Serve as the main point of contact during internal and external audits, providing required documentation and resolving all queries promptly.
• Generate comprehensive reports for senior management, offering insights into revenue performance, key variances, and underlying trends.

4. Process and Systems Improvement

• Work collaboratively with IT and finance systems teams to ensure revenue accounting systems are optimally configured and running efficiently.
• Champion initiatives to automate processes and enhance efficiency within the department, boosting data processing speed and accuracy.

💰 Compensation and Benefits Package

This airline offers a highly attractive package aimed at recruiting top-tier talent in specialized airline finance:

• Salary: A gross annual salary between €30,000 and €35,000, based on experience, plus KPI-based performance bonuses and a mobile allowance (aligned with the local contractor package).
• Contract: An Indefinite contract for long-term security.
• Probation: A 12-month initial probation period.
• Relocation: Full provision of Work Permit and Visa Sponsorship, complemented by a dedicated Relocation Allowance to support the move to Malta.
• Health: Comprehensive Private Hospital Health Insurance.
• Other Benefits: Full access to the company's generous employee benefits program.

This opportunity is ideal for an experienced Team Leader seeking a promotion to a strategic Assistant Manager role within a leading international airline in a dynamic location.