2025-24 Manager, Finance and Accounting

Victoria Airport Authority; Saanich; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional airport authority in Saanich is looking for a Manager Finance and Accounting to oversee the financial operations of one of Canada's busiest airports. The ideal candidate will have a CPA designation, at least 5 years of experience in financial management, and strong leadership skills. This position offers a competitive salary and a chance to make an impactful difference in the community.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation Package

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in financial management and accounting roles.
• Direct experience managing the full financial cycle including budgeting and forecasting.
• Experience in an organization of similar scope, size and complexity is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full financial cycle including budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting.
• Modernize financial systems and processes.
• Deliver financial insights to support strategic and operational decisions.

Skills

Internal Audit

Supervising

Data Entry

Compliance

Customer Service

Accounting & Finance

General Ledger Accounting

IFRS

External Audit

Microsoft Excel

ERP

Payroll

Financial Statement

ACCA

CPA

Education

Professional accounting designation (CPA)

Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Certified Risk Manager (CRM)

Tools

M365 Office software and tools

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems

Job description

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2025-24 Manager Finance and Accounting

JOB POSTING

Manager Finance and Accounting

Competition No. #2025-24

Competitive Compensation Package Offered

Victoria International Airport (YYJ) is the 11th busiest airport in Canada and is located on the homelands of the WSÁNEĆ People whose historical relationship to the land continues to this day. YYJ has been rated one of the top ten most-loved airports in the world by CNN Travel and has been named one of BC's Top Employers annually since 2020. Winner of the best regional airport in North America award by Airports Council International in 2024, YYJ provides a safe, secure, sustainable and efficient airport that creates prosperity for our region by connecting Greater Victoria with the world. Victoria Airport Authority has managed the operations at YYJ on behalf of the surrounding communities since April 1 1997.

Career Opportunity

Are you ready to make an impact? The Victoria Airport Authority (VAA) is seeking an experienced and strategic Manager Finance and Accounting to help shape the financial future of one of Canada’s most admired regional airports.

As a key member of our leadership team you’ll oversee VAA’s full financial cycle including budgeting, forecasting, accounting, financial analysis, internal controls, risk management, banking and treasury, investments, taxation, contracts, financial reporting and regulatory compliance. You’ll play a pivotal role in modernizing financial systems and processes, developing dynamic forecasting models and delivering timely, accurate financial insights to support strategic and operational decisions.

If you’re a collaborative leader with a passion for people, numbers and making a difference we invite you to bring your expertise to an organization that values innovation, teamwork and integrity. Join us at the Victoria Airport Authority where your work helps connect people and possibilities every day.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

Education & Experience

Professional accounting designation (CPA) is required.

Additional designations such as Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Risk Manager (CRM) would be considered an asset.

Training in Change Management, Data Governance, Finance Transformation, Lean Six Sigma or other related areas would be considered an asset.

• A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in financial management and accounting roles.
• Direct experience leading, managing and executing the full financial cycle including planning (budgeting and forecasting), accounting, financial analysis, internal controls, risk management, banking/treasury, investments, taxation, contracts, financial reporting and regulatory compliance.
• Experience in an organization of similar scope, size and complexity is highly preferred; experience within the transportation or aviation sector is a strong asset.
• A track record of fostering a positive, productive and inclusive team culture.
• Supervisory experience within a union environment is strongly preferred.
• Technical experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems as a Subject Matter Expert (SME).
• Additional experience planning and implementing ERP systems or other financial systems is considered an asset.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in an organization of similar scope, size and complexity is highly preferred; experience within the transportation or aviation sector is a strong asset.

A track record of fostering a positive, productive and inclusive team culture.

Supervisory experience within a union environment is strongly preferred.

Technical experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems as a Subject Matter Expert (SME).

Additional experience planning and implementing ERP systems or other financial systems is considered an asset.

Must be eligible to work in Canada

Must be able to obtain and maintain Enhanced Airport Security Clearance as a condition of employment.

Must be willing to work outside normal work schedule to meet operational requirements.

Knowledge of

• Professional accounting standards (e.g., GAAP), policies, procedures and requirements.
• Standards, best practices and legal requirements related to all aspects of financial management including planning (e.g., budgeting and forecasting), accounting, analysis, controls, banking, investments, taxation, reporting and regulatory compliance in the Province of British Columbia.
• Issues, trends and challenges related to the prudent and effective use of financial resources.
• VAA’s operating environment including relevant federal/provincial legislation, regulations and policies.
• Human resources management.
• M365 Office software and tools.
• Business English.

Skills and abilities

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, presentation skills and attention to detail when communicating. Able to communicate complex technical concepts in a manner that can be understood by the audience.

Leadership skills and the ability to provide inspirational leadership.

Supervisory skills and the ability to manage performance, provide coaching, motivation and corrective action when necessary.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and consistently produce results within timelines.

Analytical, critical thinking, problem‑solving and judgement skills.

Conflict management, negotiation and issues management skills

Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with employees and internal/external contacts.

Ability to use a variety of information technologies and office and financial software applications.

Required Security Clearance

Within six (6) months of hire the successful candidate must obtain and maintain the appropriate level of Airport Security Clearance (RAIC) as a condition of employment.

VAA is part of the federally regulated air transportation sector and employees must abide by any potential future federally mandated health measures (e.g., COVID‑19 vaccination / booster shots).

Please refer to the full list of Requirements and Duties as found in the job description on VAA’s website.

VAA Values

VAA has an incredibly bright future ahead and its success depends entirely on our team of very talented, dedicated staff. We want to ensure VAA is an environment where our people thrive and is an organization where people are proud to work, where our culture is admired and where career aspirations are fulfilled. At VAA we’re proud to believe in our Values:

• People – We work as a team, supporting and respecting one another to bring out the best in each of us.
• Excellence – We lead in safety, quality and innovation to create exceptional experiences.
• Integrity – We ensure that honesty, equity and accountability are the cornerstones of everything we do.
• Community – We foster meaningful relationships through service excellence and responsible stewardship.

Applications

Take your career to new heights – submit your application today!

Interested applicants may submit their Cover Letter and Resume quoting Competition #2025-24 by emailing Agilus Work Solutions by 4:00 pm Friday, November 28.

VAA is located on the homelands of the WSÁNEĆ People and as a result qualified self‑identified Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and may be given preference during the recruiting and selection process.

VAA values inclusion and accessibility and is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to take part in the job application or interview process please contact VAA Human Resources.

Please ensure your application clearly identifies how you meet the education, experience and knowledge requirements stated in the job description. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

We sincerely appreciate the interest of all applicants; however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

The Restricted Area Identification Card (RAIC) is a security pass issued by local airport authorities to all non‑passengers working in the restricted areas of airports.

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Employment Details

Position: Manager Finance and Accounting

Key Skills: Internal Audit, Supervising, Data Entry, Compliance, Customer Service, Accounting & Finance, General Ledger Accounting, IFRS, External Audit, Microsoft Excel, ERP, Payroll, Financial Statement, ACCA, CPA

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Experience: 5 years

Vacancy: 1