Finance Analyst - Operations

Job Description

• 12-month fixed term contract opportunity

Jetstar thrives on innovation! We are always looking to employ ambitious and proactive professionals to help our business work smarter and more efficiently. You will be encouraged to think innovatively whilst developing and maintaining best practice. 

Be a part of the next phase of Jetstar growth as we look forward to the future with the introduction of our new fleet of A321 NEOs and XLRs.

Supporting the Operations FP&A team, the focus of the Finance Analyst - Operations is on effectively analysing, reporting and providing insights on costs, identifying opportunities and influencing outcomes across the operation with particular focus on Fuel, Airport Charges and Safety.  Having a can-do attitude and the flexibility to adapt across different cost functions will be key to success in this role.

Reporting to the Finance Manager, key responsibilities of this role include:

• Deliver clear and consistent reporting of financial performance including monthly results
• Measurement and tracking of cost drivers, operational metrics and cost saving initiatives
• Forecast and budget preparation
• Flag risks and opportunities to enable mitigation
• Provide financial support on new cost saving initiatives, with ongoing focus on unit cost improvement, working closely with management
• Provide financial support for business cases and/or contract reviews including detailed financial modelling and analysis

To be successful in this role, you will need to demonstrate the following skills, qualifications and experience:

• Professional accounting qualification or currently studying (e.g. CA / CPA)
• Minimum 1 year experience providing insightful analysis through management accounting or business partnering
• Exposure to a complex and faced paced corporate environment
• Strong computer-based skills (advanced Excel, PowerPoint)

Applications close: Tuesday 6 May 2025

About Jetstar

The Jetstar Group has airlines in Australia, New Zealand, Singapore and Japan. Launch in 2004, we have grown from a team of 700 to 7,600 and have flown more than 250 million passengers. Collectively we now offer more than 5000 flights a week to more than 85 destinations in 17 countries and territories across the Asia Pacific region, with a fleet of more than 130 aircraft.

Our Culture

Jetstar is alive with a sense of adventure. Day in and day out, our teams search for new places to fly, new ways to add value and new ideas to improve performance. If you love the road less travelled, you’ll love working here because ours is a team who innovate every day, thrive on delivery, support each other and celebrate our successes. You’ll be supported to challenge, anticipate and explore while you work will connect people and enrich lives. We encourage diversity and aim to create an environment where our employees feel valued, respected and enabled.

Our Benefits

Team members have access to heavily discounted fares to destinations all over the world – not only for team members, but for their favourite travel companions too. Our staff travel benefit includes discounts on airfares, accommodation, car hire and travel insurance for both domestic and international travel. Discounts can be used within the Jetstar Group airlines, Qantas and other partner airlines.

Inclusion and Diversity

Jetstar is an equal opportunity employer, so by coming to work for us, you’ll be part of an organisation that encourages diversity, supports charities and environmental initiatives. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. If you have