Job Description

Drive Revenue Integrity, Pricing Strategy & Commercial Insight in Aviation
A leading organisation within the aviation sector is seeking an experienced Manager: Revenue Accounting to take ownership of pricing accuracy, revenue reconciliation, forecasting, and revenue optimisation in a complex, high-volume environment.
This role sits at the intersection of Finance, Commercial, Digital, and Operations, offering the opportunity to influence pricing strategy, product development, and channel performance through data-driven insights.
Key Responsibilities
Revenue, Pricing & Reconciliation

• Develop, implement, and monitor accurate pricing calculations aligned with commercial strategy
• Ensure booking system records reconcile to payments received and that rates are correctly applied
• Reconcile all payment methods monthly for current and future bookings
• Manage partner invoicing processes in accordance with contractual terms
• Validate correct application of taxes and perform VAT reconciliations on ticket sales

Systems & Process Optimisation

• Optimise integration between ticketing/reservation systems and financial systems to ensure data integrity
• Provide early visibility of system or commercial changes impacting revenue recognition or forecasting
• Participate in projects aimed at improving revenue processes, systems, and automation

Commercial & Revenue Insight

• Analyse pricing, revenue, and customer data to identify growth opportunities and areas of underperformance
• Provide strategic insights on pricing performance, market trends, and revenue optimisation opportunities
• Influence product development, channel distribution, and customer segmentation decisions
• Work closely with Digital and eCommerce teams to manage online pricing and inventory

Forecasting & Performance Management

• Produce demand forecasts, revenue budgets, and long-range projections
• Align forecasting models with financial targets, commercial campaigns, and operational capacity
• Develop scenario planning models under varying market conditions
• Design and support KPIs for revenue optimisation (e.g. RASK, load factor, yield, RevPAR)

Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement

• Lead, coach, and mentor the revenue accounting team
• Drive accountability, performance, and continuous improvement
• Build strong working relationships across Finance, Sales, Operations, IT, and external partners
• Facilitate effective cross-functional communication

Audit, Governance & Compliance

• Support internal and external audits through accurate documentation and reconciliation trails
• Address audit queries, implement corrective actions, and maintain audit readiness
• Ensure compliance with tax legislation, pricing governance policies, contractual agreements, and aviation regulations

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent (Essential)
• BCom Degree in Finance or Accounting (Essential)
• BCom Honours in Finance or Accounting (Essential)
• CA(SA) - Chartered Accountant South Africa (Essential)
• Minimum 5 years' finance experience, including 2 years in a supervisory or management role
• Proven experience in revenue management (Essential)
• Strong experience in budgeting, forecasting, and reporting
• Aviation experience (Advantageous)
• Knowledge of automated financial and accounting systems
• Strong understanding of pricing strategy, data analysis, and revenue recognition
• Exposure to Sage X3 and reservation systems (Advantageous)
• Willingness to work extended hours when required

Personal Attributes

• Professional with high integrity and ethical standards
• Strong passion for pricing, revenue optimisation, and data-driven insights
• Process- and results-driven with excellent analytical skills
• Assertive, patient, and confident leader
• Self-motivated, reliable, and accountable
• Able to manage sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and sound judgment

Should no feedback be received within two (2) weeks from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful
For more information please contact:
Henda Boshoff

Skills Required