Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

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.

Desired Candidate Profile

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.

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