Accounting Process Transformation Manager

Wizz Air is a leading European low-cost airline. Our mission is to provide affordable and reliable air travel to everyone, everywhere, while minimizing our environmental impact. We are proud to foster a diverse and inclusive team of over 8,000 employees from more than 110 nationalities, who share our values of inclusivity, positivity, dedication, integrity, and sustainability.

As a rapidly expanding airline, we offer exciting career opportunities across a range of functions, from flight operations to engineering, customer experience, finance, and more. We provide extensive training and development opportunities to help our employees grow and succeed in their roles. Joining Wizz Air means joining a team that is passionate about aviation, dedicated to excellence, and committed to making air travel accessible and sustainable for all. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in the aviation industry, we welcome you to explore our job opportunities and become a part of our success story.

Accounting Process Transformation Manager 

Based in Budapest 

Purpose of the position:

The Accounting Process Transformation Manager will play a pivotal role in the design, configuration, and deployment of accounting processes under the company's transition from Microsoft Dynamics to SAP S/4HANA.

This position bridges business requirements, accounting standards, and technology — ensuring that the new ERP enables accurate financial reporting, effective internal controls, and full compliance with IFRS and local regulations.

The role combines deep accounting expertise with process transformation and system implementation experience to deliver a future-proof, efficient finance operating model.

What we offer:

• Base salary and employee bonus scheme
• Unlimited number of significantly discounted and confirmed seating tickets, giving access to a continuously growing network of destinations
• Relocation package (if applicable)
• Life insurance
• AYCM sport pass contracting possibility
• Instant impact, from any level of the organisation, exposure to C-suite management
• Fast career progression, internal mobility and talent management supported by training opportunities (Wizz Academy and bespoke trainings)
• True international and multi-cultural work environment, passionate, driven and diverse teams

Responsibilities:

Process Design & Implementation

• Act as the subject matter expert across key finance areas, including General Ledger, Financial Closing, Consolidation, Fixed Assets, and Reporting.
• Translate accounting and reporting requirements into system configurations and workflows that enhance automation and control.
• Collaborate with IT, Finance Transformation, and external implementation partners to ensure that system design aligns with business needs and accounting principles.
• Lead the design, configuration, testing, and documentation of accounting processes and master data governance within SAP S/4HANA.

Compliance & Controls

• Ensure all accounting processes are compliant with IFRS/GAAP, corporate policies, and statutory regulations in relevant jurisdictions.
• Design and validate control frameworks for journal entries, reconciliations, and closing activities.
• Support external and internal audits by ensuring documentation and traceability of financial transactions and configurations.

Data Governance & Quality

• Oversee setup and governance of financial master data (chart of accounts, cost centers, profit centers, asset categories, etc.).
• Collaborate with data owners to ensure consistency, accuracy, and integrity during data migration and steady-state operations.
• Validate system outputs against accounting standards and group reporting requirements.

Testing, Training & Change Management

• Lead User Acceptance Testing (UAT), data migration validation, and post-go-live stabilization for accounting modules.
• Support end-user training and the creation of process documentation and standard operating procedures.
• Act as a trusted advisor to accounting teams, helping them adapt to new system capabilities and process improvements.
• Mentor and develop team members to enhance accounting and ERP process knowledge.
  
  

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience within a multi-entity or multinational organization.
• Strong expertise in financial close, statutory reporting, and consolidation processes.

Technical Skills:

• Proven experience with SAP (preferably S/4HANA, FI/CO modules).
• Familiarity with financial reporting and consolidation tools.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and analytical tools.
• Knowledge: In-depth understanding of IFRS/GAAP, internal controls, and accounting best practices.

Soft Skills:

• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate across Finance, IT, and external partners.
• Ability to manage complex deliverables in a fast-paced, transformation-driven environment.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).
• Preferred: Prior experience in the airline industry or other asset-intensive, multi-entity organizations.

When applying, please only provide valid information regarding your educational background and certificates, as the original documents will be requested during the hiring process.

We look forward to meeting you and learning more about your skills and experience. Join the Wizz Air team and discover the world of opportunities.