FP&A Financial Analyst

WestJet; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian airline is seeking an Analyst in Calgary, AB to support the FP&A teams with financial processes. The role includes developing forecasts, maintaining budgeting models, and providing operational insights. Candidates should possess a degree in Commerce/Business and 3-5 years of financial analysis experience. This position offers a hybrid work model and a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive total rewards package

Travel privileges for you and your family

Flexible savings and benefit programs

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in progressively complex financial analysis roles.
• Extensive experience with financial analysis and modeling, including sensitivity and scenario analysis.
• Ability to distill large data sets to determine relevant information needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide meaningful financial and operational insight.
• Support detailed financial modeling and analysis for projects.
• Build and maintain forecast and budgeting models.

Skills

Financial analysis

Financial modeling

Data analysis

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Self-starter

Education

Postsecondary degree in Commerce or Business Administration

Postgraduate degree/designation (e.g., CFA, MBA, CPA)

Tools

Excel

SQL

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Overview

Employment Type: Full-time Regular

City: Calgary, AB (YYC)

Posting Open Date: 09/15/2025

Posting Close Date: 09/29/2025 (Please note the posting will close at 9:59pm MST)

Hybrid Work: This is a hybrid work position in Calgary, Alberta and requires in-person collaboration at the WestJet Campus (22 Aerial Place NE) 3 days per week. The remaining 40% of the work week is flexible. Specific days in the office are agreed upon by the team.

Reporting to the Director, FP&A - Enterprise (Financial Planning and Analysis), WestJet is seeking an Analyst to support the WestJet FP&A teams with financial foundational processes, including monthly forecasts and annual budgets. The role will support FP&A teams and assist the business in making key decisions, and will be responsible for the development, maintenance, and communication of complex business models to Executive stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Key member of both the FP&A and functional project teams who provides meaningful financial and operational insight
• Support leadership and FP&A teams in performing detailed financial modeling and analysis for business cases, projects and initiatives with the goal of providing meaningful insights which can support both tactical and strategic decisions
• Develop a deep understanding of how WestJet operates and our strategic goals
• Build and maintain forecast and budgeting models for business partners and respective leadership teams, acting as the key liaison to ensure accuracy and timing of costs within those plans
• Track and analyze key performance indicators (including adherence to budget and forecast), highlighting relevant risks and opportunities
• Communicate regularly with business partners to understand and act upon changes in the operating environment or larger economic environment
• Author monthly reporting packages and analysis for business partners including expense variance analysis vs. prior period, budget, and forecast; respond to ad hoc requests
• Present monthly financial results, forecast, and KPIs to business partners and the Executive Team with insights and follow-up on actions
• Collaborate with FP&A and operations to publish the monthly operations business review deck
• Partner with Accounting to understand the financial impact of accounting entries and policy choices on operational results
• Be an active member of the Finance team; mentor and coach peers, brainstorm issues, complete ad hoc requests, and contribute to team tasks as needed

Requirements

• Postsecondary degree in Commerce or Business Administration; postgraduate degree/designation (e.g., CFA, MBA, CPA) is a plus
• 3 to 5 years of experience in progressively complex financial analysis roles
• Ability and desire to provide keen insight to business partners to drive meaningful business decisions
• Extensive experience with financial analysis and modeling, including sensitivity and scenario analysis
• Ability to distill large data sets to determine relevant information needs
• Strong communicator who tailors communication to the audience
• Attention to detail, organized and thorough, with a drive for continuous improvement
• Ability to analyze business results and clearly summarize key issues
• Excel proficiency; interest in learning technologies such as pivot tables, Access databases, Oracle EPM (Hyperion), etc.
• Experience with business intelligence tools and/or ability to learn new systems quickly (SQL, Alteryx, Tableau, Power BI, etc.)
• Self-starter with intellectual curiosity; capable of creating process efficiencies and driving improvements
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight timelines in a high-volume environment
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality

Benefits

The benefits of being a WestJetter: WestJet provides a competitive total rewards package. In addition, we offer:

• A fun and friendly culture with colleagues who work together to win
• Travel privileges for you and your family, effective from your start date
• Savings and Benefit programs that are flexible to meet your specific needs

About WestJet Group Of Companies

WestJet took to the skies in 1996 with just over 200 employees and three aircraft. Since then, WestJet has pioneered low-cost travel in Canada, cutting airfares and increasing the flying population. Following integration with Sunwing in 2025, more than 14,000 WestJetters support nearly 200 aircraft and connect guests to more than 100 destinations across North America, Central America, the Caribbean, Europe and Asia.

As a major Canadian employer, the WestJet Group includes WestJet Airlines, Sunwing Vacations Group and WestJet Cargo, and is a leading low-cost airline and largest vacation provider in Canada.

Safety and Inclusion

Our Safety Promise: At WestJet, safety and security are core values. All roles identified as safety sensitive require completing a Pre-Employment Alcohol and Drug Test per WestJet policy.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We embrace what makes us unique and are committed to inclusiveness, equity, and accessibility. If you require accommodation during the selection process, please contact [e-mail]. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. If you do not meet every qualification, you are still encouraged to apply. We are committed to inclusivity, equity, and accessibility in the selection process.

We thank all applicants for their interest in WestJet; however, only those selected will be contacted. For more information, please visit WestJet.com.