Leader, Revenue Accounting Systems and Process

**Work type**:
Full Time

**Location**:
Brisbane

**Job type**:
Network & Revenue, Finance & Accounting

**Applications close**:
**Leader, Revenue Accounting Systems and Process**:
Hello. We’re Virgin Australia. And we’re back (in a big way).

We’re the airline that’s always done things a little different. Our way. The Virgin way. For us, flying is so much more than simply taking off and landing (although we understand that is quite important). It’s about going the extra mile, in the air and on the ground, to create authentic experiences that put our guests firmly at the heart of everything we do.

**What you’ll be doing**:
The objective of the Leader, Revenue Accounting Systems and Process role is to:

- Lead system requirements for the Revenue Accounting team across development, maintenance, testing and administrative activities
- Lead project activity for Revenue Accounting across VA Group, ensuring successful delivery as it relates to revenue
- Develop and maintain best practice policies and procedures for Revenue Accounting, including appropriate controls, to ensure revenue is recorded in an accurate and timely manner
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives across Revenue Accounting based on a strong understanding of systems, processes, and procedures
- Manage industry governance and compliance obligations for Revenue Accounting
- Foster a positive working atmosphere within the Revenue Systems and Process Team
- Active participation in working with other teams within Finance and other areas of the Business towards a common goal
- Management of Revenue Accounting systems processes and controls, including issue resolution, testing, upgrades, enhancements, and implementation
- Coordinate system and process changes between outsourced service provider and team SMEs, to ensure continuity and integrity of Revenue Accounting services
- Partner with the business, particularly Commercial and IT, to ensure engagement on proposed changes and business requirements captured for Revenue Accounting
- Ensure up to date understanding and compliance of relevant submissions regarding IATA, tax and other regulatory authorities

The Revenue Accounting team comprises an onshore and offshore team for the accurate and timely recognition of revenue. The team comprises of a small group of specialists with a detail knowledge of airline ticketing and accountants, ensuring all revenue is recognised in accordance with accounting standards, revenue leakage is minimised and receipt of cash is timely and complete through the completion of form of payment reconciliations, management of debtor accounts and audit of travel agent sales.

**Who we’re looking for**:

- Undergraduate degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or similar (or strong industry experience)
- Extensive post-graduate experience in revenue accounting. Airline Revenue Accounting experience in a ticketed environment is highly advantageous
- Ability to build effective working relationships and deliver high level service, advice and support to meet the needs of diverse work units
- Experience in the successful delivery of key projects and initiatives, working across multiple stakeholders in the business
- Project management experience
- Analytical with strong Excel skills and proficiency with systems
- Knowledge of revenue drivers
- Fares & Ticketing knowledge is highly advantageous

**What you’ll get from us**:
We’re committed to looking after you, with some of the best benefits and conditions in the industry - including (but not limited to):

- Heavily discounted air travel for you and your loved ones (including $1000 worth of travel credits per year)
- Flexible working arrangements (including work hours and work from home)
- Discounts on travel insurance, car hire, accommodation and experiences worldwide
- Discounted Virgin Australia Lounge membership
- Hospitality, retail, technology, beauty services and wellness discounts
- Wellness support, including the _betterme_ digital wellbeing platform
- A comprehensive Employee Assistance Program, which offers confidential coaching and support from qualified professionals for all aspects of life - physical, mental, social and financial
- Dress for Your Day - enjoy the freedom to wear whatever is appropriate for the type of work you do and the day you have ahead of you

**Equality rules**

**COVID-19**

The safety and security of our people, guests and operations come first. Always. That’s why we’ve put together a comprehensive ‘Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination Policy’. In a nutshell, to work with us, you’ll need to comply with our (and the airport’s) rules and regulations. And be fully vaxxed.

**Ready to apply?**

We’re ready to hear from you.