General information
Vacancy Reference number
004934
About us
At Aer Lingus, we believe in going above and beyond to connect people, places and possibilities. Whether working at the airport, in our offices or at home - every employee has a role to play in making Aer Lingus the heart of travel to, through and beyond Ireland for generations to come.
How do we do this? We Put Safety First. Theres nothing more important. We Are Customer Focused. We champion the customer and go above and beyond to get things just right for them. Were Stronger Together. With a ‘how can I help? attitude, we communicate and collaborate to achieve shared success. We Own It. We do what we say were going to do and always follow through. We Look Forward. We build the future by embracing change today.
What we offer
As well as offering you a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities and staff travel benefits (with Aer Lingus and many other international airlines), you will also have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment and to join a team of amazing professionals who are passionate about the aviation industry. To learn more about the exciting benefits and opportunities that await you at Aer Lingus please visit our website.
At Aer Lingus, we embrace diversity and believe in providing equal opportunities to all qualified individuals. We are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and respectful work environment that values employees unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We do not discriminate based on race, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected status. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from all candidates who share our passion for aviation. If you have any questions or require any accommodations to support you in your application, please contact us at recruitaerlingus.com.
Vacancy details
Role title
Finance Business Performance Analyst
Your role
About the Role:
The Business Performance Analyst will provide high-quality financial analysis, reporting, and insights to drive business performance across the organisation. This role is ideal for a newly qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) seeking to develop their career in a dynamic, collaborative environment.
Context
The role sits in the Finance Business Partnering team and reports directly into the Director of Finance Business Partnering. The Finance Business Partnering team plays a critical role in supporting the strategic and operational decision-making of the business.
Principal Accountabilities
- Presentations and Reporting: Prepare high-quality presentations and reports for senior management, including commentary and recommendations.
- Competitor Analysis & External Perspective: Monitor and analyse competitor performance and market trends to provide external insights that inform business decisions and support strategic planning.
- Performance Analysis: Analyse variances against budget, forecast, and prior periods; identify risks, opportunities, and trends; and provide recommendations for improvement.
- Process Improvement: Contribute to the design and implementation of reporting processes and tools to enhance efficiency and insight.
- Budgeting and Forecasting: Support the annual budget cycle and reforecasts, including data gathering, modelling, and stakeholder engagement.
- Project Support: Assist with finance and non-finance projects, including business case development, scenario modelling, and ad hoc analysis.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Build positive working relationships across Finance and the wider business, ensuring timely and accurate information sharing
- Business Partnering: Work closely with business to understand drivers of performance, provide financial insights, and support decision-making.
Your qualifications and key criteria
Essential Qualifications/Experience:
- Newly Qualified Accountant: ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent (0–2 years post-qualification experience).
Essential competencies/skills:
- Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint; comfortable working with financial systems and large data sets.
- Analytical Ability: Demonstrated ability to gather, analyse, and interpret financial and operational data.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to present complex information clearly to finance and non-finance audiences.
- Teamwork & Partnership: Strong interpersonal skills; able to work collaboratively and build relationships across the business.
- Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and focus; able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Commercial Awareness: Interest in understanding business drivers and contributing to performance improvement.
Closing Date: 10th October 2025
At Aer Lingus, we embrace diversity and believe in providing equal opportunities to all qualified individuals. We are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and respectful work environment that values employees unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We do not discriminate based on race, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected status. If you have any questions or require any accommodations to support you in your application, please contact us at recruitaerlingus.com
Division / Department
Finance - Business Partnering & Planning
Contract type
employee recruitment - permanent
Job location
Job location
Republic of Ireland, Dublin, Dublin