Financial Services Manager (Hybrid)

Jazz Aviation LP; Halifax; Presencial; CAD 65 000 - 85 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Employee travel programs

RRSP retirement plan

Health and dental insurance

Resumo da oferta

Jazz Aviation LP in Halifax is seeking a Finance Analyst to support accounting and financial reporting. You will assist month-end close, manage accruals and journal entries in Epicor, and provide variance analysis for leadership.

The role requires a post-secondary degree, CPA progression, and 3+ years in finance analysis. Strong Excel skills and communication are essential for cross-functional collaboration.

Qualificações

• Must have a post-secondary degree or diploma.
• Must have completed or be in the process of acquiring a CPA designation.
• Must have at least 3 years of work experience in a Finance Analyst role.
• Strong analytical, quantitative and project planning skills.
• Proficient with Word, Excel and PowerPoint; excellent oral and written communication.

Responsabilidades

• Support the month end close process for the respective BFO area, ensuring accuracy of costs in the GL.
• Prepare and import accruals and journal entries in Epicor; maintain reconciliations.
• Prepare variance analysis and explain revenue vs expense, and YOY/QQOQ.
• Coordinate with Treasury on invoicing and billing support.
• Review KPI data, provide insights to senior management and Directors.
• Assist in budgeting, outlook and CPA rate reset processes.

Conhecimentos

Analytical skills

Strong communication

Ability to work independently

Time management

Formação académica

Post-secondary degree or diploma

CPA designation in progress or completed

Ferramentas

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Purpose of position

Provide support to department heads and financial reporting on accounting and finance related issues. This position will also act as a resource to the Finance Department for large scale data analysis/reporting, and to identify opportunities for process improvement/automation.

Key responsibilities

• Support the month end close process for the respective BFO area of responsibility, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of related costs in the GL. Manage accrual working papers and provide feedback-ensuring balances are supportable and appropriate.
• Prepare and import into Epicor accruals for significant revenues and expenses, maintain reconciliations and supporting backup for each transaction.
• Prepare and import into Epicor recodes and other journal entries, including cost allocations for inter-company and ancillary transactions.
• Ensure all relevant accounting records are kept with a high degree of accuracy.
• In coordination with Treasury, prepare and issue invoices to customers with supporting backup.
• Validate and code invoices in Ariba when required.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts, prepare audit papers quarterly and respond to audit questions received.
• Review and adjust spend details prior to close for reasonability.
• Prepare variance analysis and explain revenue vs expense, planned vs paid, year over year, and quarter over quarter.
• Measure and report on Key Performance indicators (KPI’s).
• Communicate with senior management and executive on financial results and variances.
• Point of contact for the various branch managers and directors on accounting and finance related issues.
• Prepare and review cost summaries and variance explanation reports for Directors and VP’s.
• Support the Manager, Financial Services for the respective BFO area of responsibility in planning and preparation of the annual Budget, Outlook, and CPA rate reset processes. Provide recommendations, assistance and support for the department managers and directors.
• Coordinate with department leads in the maintenance or creation of cost models for major revenues and expenses, incorporating KPI’s and core assumptions/historicals to create predictive estimates.
• Support department leads with historical spend and trending reports for decision making.
• Record and import forecast templates to Epicor.
• Prepare reports and provide explanations on variances from previous forecasts to Directors and VP’s.
• Preparation and determination of Capacity Purchase Agreement (CPA) rates. These rates are required for billing Air Canada and are part of the Commercial Contract Negotiations.
• Review large Financial and Operational data sets to identify trends and savings opportunities.
• Review existing procedures within the respective BFO area, to streamline process and increase efficiencies, while improving our financial reporting and management information.
• Assist Manager, Financial Services on review and approval of AFC and signing authority requests.
• Perform duties in accordance with established policies and procedures while giving primary consideration to personal safety, and the safety of co-workers and customers.
• Perform other related duties, as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Must have a post-secondary degree or diploma.
• Must have completed or be in the process of acquiring a CPA (Chartered Professional Accountant) designation.
• Must have at least 3 years of work experience in a Finance Analyst role.
• Strong Analytical Skills, quantitative and project planning skills.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate on various levels through multiple mediums.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to meeting deadlines, achieve objectives and work under pressure.
• Ability to quickly grasp essential issues, analyze alternatives and recommend appropriate solutions.

Benefits of joining our award-winning team

• Enjoy exclusive employee travel programs across the Air Canada network, giving you and your family access to incredible destinations.
• Secure your long-term financial well-being with our competitive, employer-supported retirement savings programs (defined contribution pension plan or voluntary group RRSP) for permanent employees.
• Benefit from a comprehensive health and wellness package, including health, dental, life, and accident insurance to keep you and your loved ones protected.

About Jazz Aviation LP

Jazz Aviation LP (Jazz) is Canada’s largest regional airline and Air Canada’s primary Air Canada Express operator, connecting people and communities to approximately 70 destinations across North America.

With over 4,200 dedicated professionals, Jazz fosters a workplace united by purpose and supported by programs and policies that promote safety, diversity, and wellness. Jazz is proud to be recognized for its strong commitment to people and culture. Visit our Company Awards and Recognition page to learn more about the honours we've earned.

Join our award-winning team and be part of shaping the future of regional aviation!

Our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility

We strive to make our workplace accessible and inclusive. To support your success, we can provide accommodations for people with disabilities, such as adjustments or assistive measures to remove barriers during the recruitment process. If you require any accessibility support, please contact us at [e-mail].

Jazz values diversity and we empower our employees to foster an internal culture of inclusion. Jazz is committed to providing equitable opportunities for employment and career advancement and we will continuously work to create inclusive and accessible work environments to maximize individual potential as well as psychological health and safety. Meeting the needs of passengers is critical to our success and we recognize the importance of a workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve.

Apply by Date

Sep 26, 2026

Primary Location

CA-NS-Halifax

Schedule

Full-time

Job Type

Permanent

Shift

Days