Accounting Specialist

MaxPeople HR; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

AirStart is seeking an Accounting Specialist to join a proactive finance team in Mississauga. You will own core financial operations, improve controls, and support leadership with reporting and audit-ready documentation.

You will manage AR, cash flow, reconciliations, and payroll-related processes in a fast-paced environment with visibility across the organization.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in accounting and financial administration.
• Progress toward CPA designation is an asset but not required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting activities to keep the business operating efficiently and accurately.
• Manage accounts receivable processing, payment applications, and aging records.
• Assist with customer collections and payment follow-up.
• Support monthly bank reconciliations and financial reporting.
• Review revenue allocations and identify discrepancies.
• Maintain balance sheet and P&L schedules and assist with audits.

Skills

Accounting

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Diploma or degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration

Tools

Dayforce/Ceridian

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

At AirStart, we do more than support aviation operations. We build the connections that help our clients move faster, operate smarter, and grow with confidence. Recognized as one of Deloitte’s Best Managed Companies in Canada and named among Profit 500’s fastest growing businesses, AirStart brings more than 20 years of industry expertise and global partnerships to every client relationship.

The Opportunity

Behind every successful operation is a finance team that is proactive, detail-oriented, and trusted to keep the business running smoothly. We are looking for a hands‑on, highly organized Accounting Specialist who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and enjoys owning critical financial operations that directly impact the business. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative team where your contributions are visible, valued, and trusted. You will work closely with senior leadership, play a key role in daily financial operations, and help strengthen processes as the company continues to grow.

What You’ll Be Doing

Financial Operations & Cash Management

You will oversee key day‑to‑day accounting activities that keep the business operating efficiently and accurately, including:

• Managing accounts receivable processing and payment application
• Monitoring daily cash flow and bank balances
• Maintaining accurate A/R aging and customer account records
• Assisting with customer collections and payment follow-up
• Supporting monthly bank reconciliations and financial reporting

Accounting & Reporting Support

Working closely with leadership, you will help maintain accurate financial records and support month-end and year-end activities by:

• Reviewing revenue allocations and identifying discrepancies
• Maintaining balance sheet and P&L schedules
• Preparing supporting reports and audit documentation
• Assisting with external accountant and audit requests
• Maintaining organized financial documentation and audit trails

Payroll & Benefits Administration

You will play a role in ensuring payroll and employee-related financial processes are executed accurately and on time, including:

• Reviewing payroll changes and preparing payroll import files
• Calculating and validating quarterly sales commissions

What Makes This Role Exciting

• Direct exposure to senior leadership and strategic financial operations
• A highly collaborative and supportive environment
• Opportunity to improve processes and influence operational efficiency
• A role with meaningful ownership and visibility across the organization
• Exposure to aviation and international financial operations
• Variety in the work where no two days look exactly the same

What We’re Looking For

• Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• 3-5 years of experience in accounting and financial administration
• Progress toward CPA designation is an asset but not required

Technical Aptitude

• Strong accounting and reconciliation experience
• Experience with ERP systems and Dayforce/Ceridian
• Knowledge of statutory remittances
• Strong Excel and reporting capabilities
• Ability to extract, analyze, and validate financial data

The Ideal Person

You are someone who:

• Takes ownership and follows through
• Is proactive, resourceful, and solutions-oriented
• Communicates professionally and collaborates well with others
• Is comfortable working with confidential financial information
• Looks for ways to improve processes and strengthen controls

As part of our commitment to inclusivity, diversity, equity and accessibility, our goal is a workforce built on respect that reflects the communities we serve. We thank all applicants for their interest in AirStart but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.