Aviation Lease Accounting Specialist / Assistant Manager

Aviation Lease Accounting Specialist / Assistant Manager

Location: Limerick – Hybrid working

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time

You will play a key part in ensuring accurate accounting outcomes and supporting process improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare lease accounting entries and reporting in line with IFRS 16 and other relevant standards.
• Support aviation contract management, including data capture, lease event tracking, and reporting.
• Ensure accurate financial close activities for lease portfolios, including reconciliations and journal entries.
• Collaborate with senior team members to interpret complex lease arrangements and provide technical accounting guidance.
• Liaise with clients and internal stakeholders to deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of lease accounting processes and controls.

Required Experience & Skills:

• 3–5 years’ experience in lease accounting, contract management, aviation finance, or related technical accounting roles.
• Strong understanding of IFRS 16 (Lease Accounting) and general accounting principles.
• Experience with contract accounting and financial reporting.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA) or working toward qualification.
• Exposure to aviation finance, lease clients, or professional services environments is a plus.