Finance Specialist II

Air North; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flight benefits for you and family

Hotel and cruise benefits

Group RRSP investment options

Vehicle and home heating fuel discount

Job summary

Air North is hiring a Finance Specialist in Whitehorse, Yukon to prepare and reconcile multiple accounts for Air North and Chieftain Energy, assist with financial software development, and support accounting functions as needed.

The role involves reconciling airline revenue accounts, prepaid expenses, and fixed assets, plus testing Sage Intacct processes and training staff in AP/AR and reporting. Must have 4+ years of accounting experience and relevant diploma.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 4 years’ accounting experience.
• Diploma in accounting field or equivalent experience.
• A strong sense of accountability, honesty, and responsibility in all tasks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and reconcile Global Distribution System airline revenue and associated accounts.
• Prepare and reconcile prepaid expenses and accrued liabilities.
• Process Chieftain Energy fixed assets and miscellaneous journal entries on a monthly basis.
• Test and prepare new Sage Intacct system processes, and provide training to support transition of duties to Air North and Chieftain staff in areas such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting.
• Support the preparation and reporting of fuel taxes as required.
• Provide support to Accounts Payable as required.
• Design custom reports in Sage Intacct as required.

Skills

Accounting experience

Education

Grade 12 diploma

Diploma in accounting

Tools

Sage Intacct

Job description

Hours of Work: Full-Time (35-40 hours per week)
Location: Whitehorse, Yukon

Wage: $30.00/hour

• Phenomenal local and international flight benefits for you and your family!
• Extra travel benefits such as hotels and cruises
• Group RRSP investment options
• Vehicle and home heating fuel discounts through Chieftain Energy for you and your family

Role Summary:

The Finance Specialist is responsible for preparing and reconciling numerous accounts for both Air North and Chieftain Energy, assisting with the development of financial software, and supporting other accounting functions, systems, and software as required.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare and reconcile Global Distribution System airline revenue and associated accounts
• Prepare and reconcile prepaid expenses and accrued liabilities
• Process Chieftain Energy fixed assets and miscellaneous journal entries on a monthly basis
• Test and prepare new Sage Intacct system processes, and provide training to support the transition of related duties to Air North and Chieftain administrative staff in areas such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting
• Support the preparation and reporting of fuel taxes as required
• Provide support to Accounts Payable as required
• Design custom reports in Sage Intacct as required

Must haves:

• Minimum Grade 12 diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 4 years’ accounting experience
• Diploma in accounting field or equivalent experience
• A strong sense of accountability, honesty, and responsibility in all tasks, supporting the trust that we have built with passengers, partners, and communities
• Enthusiasm for contributing to our unique mission, whether that’s through direct customer service, operational excellence, or behind-the-scenes support
• Must be a legally entitled to work in Canada

At Air North, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible workplace. We believe diverse perspectives drive innovation and service excellence, and we strive to build a team that reflects the communities we serve.

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. If you need reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know, and we’ll ensure your needs are met so you can bring your best self forward.

Thank you for considering a career with Air North. We look forward to receiving your application and possibly welcoming you aboard!