Director of Accounting

FTAI Aviation LLC; Montreal; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Vacation, personal days, holidays, and

Parental leave

Comprehensive health coverage

Job summary

FTAI Aviation Canada is seeking a Director of Accounting to lead the Canadian accounting team in Montreal. The role covers financial accounting and management reporting for the Canadian entity, enforcing policies and internal controls, and partnering with operations and finance leadership across Canada and the broader organization.

The Director will streamline reporting and analysis, support month-end close activities, coordinate with external auditors, and provide financial insights to support

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting; CPA preferred.
• 7 years of progressive accounting experience, including Big 4.
• Leadership experience with high-performing teams; close and reporting with G/L.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of financial analysts supporting accounts payable / inventory functions
• Support month-end and quarter-end close processes
• Work directly with the auditors to support quarterly and annual financial statements and prepare subsidiary stand-alone financial statements
• Identify, evaluate and communicate on all audit findings for both internal controls over financial reporting and operational controls
• Document, maintain, and enforce accounting policies and procedures
• Leverage internal financial systems to streamline reporting and analysis processes
• Identify opportunities to enhance financial systems, models and tools for better efficiency and accuracy including process improvements, systems upgrades, and controls implementation
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies related to financial reporting and cost accounting
• Collaborate with operations and supply chain teams to ensure accurate cost allocations and inventory valuations

Skills

Leadership

Advanced MS Excel

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Detail-oriented

Team mentorship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

Quantum ERP

Job description

FTAI owns and maintains commercial jet engines with a focus on CFM56 and V2500 engines. FTAI’s propriety portfolio of products, including the Module Factory and a joint venture to manufacture engine PMA, enables it to provide cost savings and flexibility to our airline, lessor, and maintenance, repair, and operations customer base. Additionally, FTAI owns and leases jet aircraft which often facilitates the acquisition of engines at attractive prices. FTAI invests in aviation assets and aerospace products that generate strong and stable cash flows with the potential for earnings growth and asset appreciation.

FTAI operates globally and has offices in New York, Miami, Montréal, Singapore. Dubai, United Kingdom and Ireland.

JOB OVERVIEW

This position is based in Montreal, QC and will be part of the FTAI Aviation Canada accounting team.

This hands-on role will broadly encompass financial accounting and management reporting for the Canadian entity. The Director of Accounting will contribute to enforce accounting policies, and internal controls, while partnering closely with operations and finance leadership in Canada and the broader organization.

The Director of Accounting will play a key role in streamlining reporting and analysis processes, supporting month-end close activities, coordinating with external auditors, and providing financial insights to support operational and strategic decision-making as the Company continues to grow.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of financial analysts supporting accounts payable / inventory functions
• Support month-end and quarter-end close processes
• Work directly with the auditors to support quarterly and annual financial statements and prepare subsidiary stand-alone financial statements
• Identify, evaluate and communicate on all audit findings for both internal controls over financial reporting and operational controls
• Document, maintain, and enforce accounting policies and procedures
• Leverage internal financial systems to streamline reporting and analysis processes
• Identify opportunities to enhance financial systems, models and tools for better efficiency and accuracy including process improvements, systems upgrades, and controls implementation
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies related to financial reporting and cost accounting
• Collaborate with operations and supply chain teams to ensure accurate cost allocations and inventory valuations

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, CPA is preferred
• 7 years of progressive accounting experience, including Big 4 public accounting experience
• Proven experience in a leadership role, with demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop high-performing teams.
• Proven experience in close and reporting environment with G/L responsibilities
• Experience in the MRO, aerospace or manufacturing industries preferred
• High technical proficiency with MS Excel
• Experience with Quantum ERP preferred but not required
• Ability to grasp big picture concepts while remaining detail-oriented
• Capable of producing accurate and timely work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

What we offer you

• Competitive compensation
• Time to recharge with vacation, personal days, holidays, and parental leaves
• Comprehensive Family Medical, Dental and Vision coverage available on your first day of employment
• Virtual Health Care (24/7 access to medical professionals)
• A Wellness Spending Account to aid in your wellness journey
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) which includes free face to face counselling sessions
• Medical Travel Insurance
• Onsite fitness facilities at our main office locations

Equal Opportunity Statement

FTAI Aviation is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace. We are committed to excellence in serving all customers, including people with disabilities, and we encourage feedback on the provision of these services.

Language Requirements in Quebec

Intermediate level knowledge of English is necessary to communicate with other company locations, partners and clients located outside Quebec, and to read, interpret, and produce documentation, correspondence, and reports in English as needed.