Accountant - 12 Month Term

StandardAero; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

StandardAero seeks an Accountant for its Winnipeg office to handle financial reporting, ledger maintenance, and audits. Candidates should have a professional accounting designation or equivalent experience. This role offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative finance team while promoting process improvements.

Benefits

Comprehensive Healthcare

5% RRSP Matching

Paid Time Off

Bonus Opportunities

Short- & Long-Term Disability

Life & AD&D Insurance

Learning & Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Holds or is pursuing a recognized professional accounting designation.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional accounting work in accordance with GAAP.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts monthly.
• Assist in internal and external reporting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Process improvement

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Professional accounting designation (CA, CMA, CGA, CPA)

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Oracle

Job description

Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of

At StandardAero, we use our ingenuity and know-how to find solutions for the simple to the most complex challenges in aviation. Together, we get the job done and done well. Our stability, resources, and respectful culture supports you in building a solid career with a great team you can count on day in and day out for the long term.

Standard Aero is one of the largest independent aviation service providers in the world providing maintenance, repair and overhaul (“MRO”) services to commercial, business and military aviation markets.

Our Finance department is located in Winnipeg, Canada where the accounting function is performed centrally for our facilities in North America, Europe, Asia, Africa and Australia. This position is newly located in our Winnipeg office and is newly reporting into Corporate Finance. Generating over $3.0 billion in sales, the successful candidate will be exposed to accounting and operations on a global scale and will be given the unique opportunity to build the knowledge and expertise of a fast paced cutting edge industry.

Duties and Responsibilities will include:

• Perform professional accounting work in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and reporting requirements.
• Maintain general ledger accounts with a high degree of accuracy.
• Preparation of monthly journal entries.
• Reconciliation and analysis of general ledger accounts on a monthly basis.
• Participate in interim and year-end audit activities providing support and guidance as required.
• Assist in the preparation of various internal and external reporting requirements including quarterly working papers and financial statement disclosure.
• Interact with and advise various functional groups and remote locations.
• Promote teamwork, cooperation and effective communication within the finance department.

Position Requirements:

• Holds (or is actively pursuing) a recognized professional accounting designation (CA, CMA, CGA, or CPA). Individuals with an equivalent mix of experience and education will also be considered.
• Strong attention to detail with interest in process improvement.
• Ability to work independently - multitasking and prioritizing responsibilities in order to meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.
• Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting practices.
• Proficiency in MS Office with a strong understanding of Excel.
• Working knowledge of Oracle an asset.

Benefits that make life better:

• Comprehensive Healthcare
• 5% RRSP Matching
• Paid Time Off
• Bonus Opportunities
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Learning & Training opportunities

Raising the Standard of Excellence since 1911

With over a century of proven excellence, StandardAero has become an industry leader in MRO services and customized solutions in the aerospace field. Our shared values and learning-based culture inspire our team to exceed their potential and power our customers’ missions worldwide. With on-the-job training, advancement opportunities, and excellent benefits, StandardAero invites you to experience a fulfilling and meaningful career with us.

Inclusivity Is Our Standard

StandardAero offers equal employment opportunities for all. Our supportive environment celebrates diversity with no room for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We invite you to bring your authentic self to our team and experience our welcoming culture.