Head of Group Statutory Reporting

Overview

Head of Group Statutory Reporting (16326). We are easyJet - a FTSE-100 listed, multi-billion-pound low-cost airline serving tens of millions of customers each year. We fly more than 1,207 routes, connecting 38 countries across Europe and employing more than 18,000 colleagues. We aim to make low-cost travel easy and connect millions of people to what they love using Europe's best airline network, great value fares, and friendly service.

What you'll do

• Leading the preparation and delivery of the Group's statutory half-year and annual accounts, ensuring full compliance with IFRS and managing the relationship with our external auditors.
• Supporting the Director of Group Reporting in producing the annual report, investor presentations, and key financial documentation for results announcements and roadshows.
• Acting as the main point of contact for our Group auditors, fostering a positive working relationship and providing feedback to drive improvements.
• Providing technical accounting guidance across easyJet, including the implementation of new accounting standards and supporting business change initiatives.
• Overseeing the integrity of the group balance sheet, ensuring robust reconciliation processes and clear monthly and quarterly reporting.
• Driving non-financial reporting by working closely with Legal and Sustainability teams to meet CSRD and IFRS S1/S2 requirements, and ensuring our data is validated and fit for purpose.
• Staying up to date with changing regulations and best practice in both financial and non-financial reporting, and ensuring easyJet remains compliant.
• Championing process improvements and digital innovation within the team, identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Motivating and developing team members, supporting talent and succession planning, and deputising for the Director of Group Reporting when required.

What we're looking for

We're seeking someone who is passionate about financial reporting and eager to make a real impact at easyJet. You'll be a qualified accountant with a strong technical background, but just as importantly, you'll be a collaborative team player and an inclusive leader.

• An accountancy qualification (such as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with a minimum of 10 years post-qualification experience, ideally gained in a large, listed UK Plc or similar environment.
• Significant experience in statutory reporting and technical accounting (IFRS), with a proven ability to digest and interpret accounting complexity and apply sound, practical judgement.
• Excellent written and presentational skills, with the confidence to deliver financial results, insight, and presentations to senior stakeholders-including the CFO and Audit Committee-with a high level of accuracy, even in deadline-driven environments.
• Experience managing relationships with external auditors and working effectively with a range of internal stakeholders, including senior management and cross-functional teams.
• Controls consciousness, ideally with prior experience of working in a SOX or other monitored control framework.
• Gravitas, experience, and interpersonal skills to build effective working relationships with senior members of the Group Audit team, liaise directly with the CFO when required, and interact confidently with finance peers and Directors across the wider finance organisation.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire, coach, and motivate a team, manage talent and performance conversations, and deputise for the Director of Group Reporting when needed.
• Experience in non-financial reporting and a good understanding of evolving regulatory requirements (CSRD, IFRS S1/S2).
• A proactive approach to process improvement, with a proven ability to formulate solutions to problems, drive change, and create a continuous improvement environment across the team.
• A keen interest in digital technology and innovation, with flexibility and adaptability to support wider finance transformation projects.

What you'll get in return

• Up to 30% bonus
• PMI
• 25 days holiday
• BAYE, SAYE & Performance share schemes
• Life Assurance
• Flexible benefits package
• Excellent staff travel benefits

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 . We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure accessibility and accommodation.

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Finance

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