Senior Financial Analyst

Air Transat; Quebec; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Transat is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join its Financial Reporting team in Quebec. The role involves analyzing and preparing financial statements, and acting as the internal reference for aircraft lease accounting with IFRS 16.

You will contribute to the overall financial reporting process and support consolidation activities. The ideal candidate holds a CPA designation, has 5+ years of experience (public accounting welcome), and is proficient in SAP, Excel, and the Microsoft

Qualifications

• CPA designation is required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience, open to candidates from public accounting firms.
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Strong interest in using and maximizing SAP.
• Good knowledge of IFRS standards.
• Excellent mastery of Excel.
• Good mastery of Microsoft Suite tools.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Bilingual: French and English (oral/written).

Responsibilities

• Act as the balance sheet owner and coordinate balance sheet analyses.
• Prepare balance sheet, income statement, and budgets/forecasts.
• Produce monthly financial statements, balance sheets, and cash flows.
• Contribute to consolidation processes.
• Coordinate month-ends and closing in SAP.
• Analyze IFRS 16 lease accounting for aircraft leases and amendments.
• Act as internal consultant on consolidation and lease accounting.
• Analyze insurance and fixed assets.
• Coordinate audits with internal and external teams.
• Respond to government authority requests.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Excel proficiency

Education

CPA designation

Tools

SAP

Job description

Company Description

Be part of the journey!

Our mission is to be our customers' and team's favorite airline.

Open-mindedness, caring for others, smart work, and above all, a healthy dose of fun allow us to accomplish great things every day. Our commitment has earned us the title of World's Best Leisure Airline several times over, and this is only the beginning.

Want to join us? You will have the chance to enjoy exclusive travel privileges to explore the world and create unforgettable memories. You will also have the opportunity to work in modern and inspiring work environments.

Job Description

Reporting to the Director, Financial Reporting and Optimization, the Senior Financial Analyst will participate in the analysis and preparation of Air Transat's financial statements and will act as an internal reference for aircraft lease accounting. Through rigor, methodology, and excellent analytical skills, the successful candidate will also contribute to the overall financial reporting process.

Responsibilities

• Act as the person in charge of the balance sheet and the coordination of balance sheet account analyses;
• Prepare the balance sheet/income statement, budgeted balance sheet/income statement, and forecast balance sheet/income statement;
• Produce monthly financial statements, balance sheets, and cash flows;
• Complete financial information for consolidation purposes;
• Coordinate month-ends and closing in SAP;
• Analyze the financial clauses of aircraft leases and perform calculations related to new leases and amendments (IFRS 16);
• Act as an internal consultant for any questions related to consolidation and lease accounting;
• Analyze insurance and fixed assets;
• Coordinate, communicate, and plan internal and external audits;
• Respond to any requests from government authorities.

Qualifications

• Recognized professional designation (CPA);
• Minimum of 5 years of experience, open to candidates from public accounting firms;
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills;
• Strong interest in using and maximizing SAP;
• Good knowledge of IFRS standards;
• Excellent mastery of Excel;
• Good mastery of Microsoft suite tools;
• Ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Oral and written proficiency in French and English *

*A good command of French is required for positions in Quebec. The incumbent will be required to communicate frequently in English, both orally and in writing, with colleagues, clients, or other stakeholders, both in Quebec and internationally.

Additional Information

Please note that the internal job title may differ from the posting title.

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Employment Equity

Transat is committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful environment where equity prevails. We strive to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and the communities in which we travel. We therefore encourage women, visible minorities, ethnic minorities, Indigenous peoples, and persons with disabilities to apply. Transat will accommodate persons with disabilities throughout the selection and hiring process. If you need accommodation measures, please contact us so that we can work together to properly meet your needs.