Data Analyst - Finance Operations

Company Description

We’re Jetstar. You may know us for our famous low fares, but did you also know that we’ve flown more than 400 million customers since we launched in Australia in 2004? In fact, each week we operate around 3,000 flights to nearly 40 destinations across Australia, New Zealand, Asia and the Pacific. We also operate a fleet of more than 80 aircraft, including state-of-the-art Airbus A320/21 NEO aircraft and the Airbus A320 family and Boeing 787-8s. Every day we enable more people to takeoff to more places, more often.

Impressive numbers? What's even more impressive is the team of extraordinary people taking off together day in day out, flight after flight.

Our people are the real jet stars!

Job Description

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

The Data Analyst – Finance Operations plays a key role in accelerating the adoption of AI, automation and data-driven ways of working across Finance Operations, supporting Engineering, Cabin Crew, Flight Operations and Airports. Sitting at the intersection of Finance and technology, this role drives process simplification, improves data quality and delivers self-service analytics solutions that enable faster, more informed decision-making. Through these insights, the role helps shape outcomes for Finance teams, the Chief Operating Officer and the Jetstar Operations Leadership Team (JOLT). More than a traditional analyst position, this opportunity is suited to someone who is equally comfortable working with data pipelines and engaging with Finance stakeholders, and who is passionate about building solutions that transform the way people work.

The core responsibilities of this role are:

• Drive AI, automation and process improvement initiatives across Finance Operations
• Develop and maintain automated reporting, data extraction and reconciliation solutions
• Identify opportunities to simplify workflows and improve operational efficiency
• Build and manage reliable data pipelines, models and governance practices
• Deliver self-service dashboards and analytics that support business decision-making
• Partner with Finance and technology stakeholders to solve data and process challenges
• Evaluate and implement emerging AI, analytics and automation tools
• Support user adoption through training, documentation and stakeholder engagement

To be considered for this role, you will have:

• Tertiary qualification in Finance, Accounting, Data Science, Information Systems or related discipline
• Demonstrated experience in data analytics, business intelligence or finance transformation roles
• Proficiency in Power BI or equivalent BI tooling (essential)
• Strong SQL and/or Python capability for data extraction, transformation and automation
• Experience with AI tools and automation platforms (e.g. Power Automate, Copilot, or equivalent)
• Familiarity with ERP and financial systems – Oracle, TM1 (desirable)
• Experience in Finance or Operations environments

Your Life At Jetstar Is Unlike Any Other.

Put the craft in aircraft: There’s a new fleet of A321LR NEO’s waiting for your arrival. Beyond Jetstar, our teams get exposure to projects related to the Qantas Group’s A320/1, B787 and A321 Freighters.

Live the travel dream: You and your nominated travel companions can takeoff more with our famous Qantas Group Staff Travel discount.

Make work feel like a holiday: Join a fun, driven team where work feels like a holiday. Our people take every opportunity to takeoff together and find ways to help their teammates soar.

There’s a place for everyone at Jetstar: For us, travel and meeting new people go hand in hand. We invite our people to get involved in various Employee Network Groups that play an important role in creating our inclusive and supportive culture that we are fiercely proud of. We believe that teams with a diversity of ideas and experiences are more creative, innovative and solve problems quickly. We welcome applications from anyone who wants to takeoff with us. If you have support or access requirements, just reach out and let us know what you need.

We’re Jetstar. Let’s takeoff together.

We can’t wait to hear from you. Apply now.

Applications close: 10th August 2026 

• Business Function: Accounting & Finance
• Parent Business Function: Corporate & Support Functions
• Time Type: Full time
• Worker Sub-Type: Permanent
• Entity: Jetstar Airways Pty Ltd