Assistant Accountant – Payroll
We are easyJet – a FTSE listed, £multi-billion low-cost airline that serves tens of millions of customers every single year. If you’re reading this, you have probably already been an easyJet customer, and you’ll know that there is no more iconic (or Orange!) travel brand in Europe.
We fly more than 1,207 routes, connecting 38 countries across Europe, and employ more than 18,000 colleagues. We’re on a mission to make low-cost travel easy – and whatever your role here, you’ll connect millions of people to what they love using Europe’s best airline network, great value fares, and friendly service.
What makes us easyJet? Our Promise Behaviours - we are Safe, Bold, Welcoming and Challenging. Four Behaviours. One Spirit. One easyJet.
READ ON IF YOU
Have experience in an Assistant Accountant or similar finance role
Are confident managing month-end processes, journals and balance sheet reconciliations
Enjoy analysing financial data, investigating variances and delivering accurate reporting
Can be in our fantastic Luton head office 3 x per week
THE TEAM
You'll join our Accounting & Controls team, reporting to the Finance Manager and supporting the accounting and reporting of Central Overhead costs across the business. Working closely with Finance, HR and Payroll, the team is responsible for ensuring payroll costs and associated liabilities are accurately recorded, reconciled and reported, while maintaining strong financial controls and supporting business decision-making.
The team plays a key role in month-end close, financial reporting, audit support and driving continuous improvement across accounting processes.
Requirements of the Role
THE ROLE
We're looking for a proactive and detail focused Assistant Accountant to join our Accounting & Controls team. In this role, you'll support payroll accounting and central overhead reporting activities, helping to ensure costs, liabilities and employee-related balances are accurately reflected in the general ledger.
You'll work closely with colleagues across Finance, Payroll and HR, contributing to reporting, audit support and process improvements that strengthen financial governance across the business.
Prepare and post monthly payroll journals, including salaries, bonuses, benefits and statutory deductions
Perform payroll-related balance sheet reconciliations and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner
Complete month-end and year-end accruals and prepayments associated with employee costs
Investigate and resolve variances between payroll reports and the general ledger
Support the production of management reporting, payroll cost analysis and variance commentary
Assist with budgeting, forecasting and headcount reporting activities
Build strong relationships with Payroll and HR teams to validate payroll outputs and ensure reporting accuracy
Support internal and external audits by providing supporting documentation and analysis
Contribute to finance projects, process improvements and system enhancement initiatives
Maintain robust financial controls and ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards
Requirements of the Role - Internal
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Degree qualified or equivalent experience
Studying towards AAT, ACCA or CIMA is desirable
Previous experience in an Assistant Accountant or similar finance role
Strong understanding of month-end processes and balance sheet reconciliations
Experience supporting payroll accounting activities is advantageous
Good analytical skills with excellent attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and financial systems
Experience supporting audits and working within financial controls frameworks is desirable
A proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
WHAT YOU’LL GET IN RETURN
Up to 20% maximum bonus
5% pension contributions
Medical Cash Plan
Excellent staff travel benefits
25 days of annual leave + bank holidays
Annual credit towards an easyJet holiday
Various flexible benefits and extras
PRACTICALITIES
This full-time role will be based in Luton and will be 40 hours per week. We support hybrid working and we spend 60% of our time per month in the office
REASONABLE ADJUSTMENTS
At easyJet, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse customers we serve across Europe. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you require specific adjustments or support during the application or recruitment process, such as extra time for assessments or accessible interview locations, please contact us at [email protected]. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure accessibility and accommodation
