Sr Accountant - Corporate (101120)

WestJet; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian airline is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage executive compensation and payroll reporting. This full-time position, based in Calgary, offers a competitive rewards package including travel privileges and flexible benefits. Candidates should have a professional accounting designation and 5-7 years of relevant experience. The role demands strong analytical skills and attention to detail, suited for a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Travel privileges

Competitive rewards package

Flexible benefit programs

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years’ experience in an accounting role.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet tight timelines.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Complete month-end processes including journal entries.
• Develop and maintain C-SOX and documentation.
• Review payroll month-end deliverables.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organized

Excellent communication skills

Strong analytical skills

Advanced Excel proficiency

Education

Professional accounting designation

Job description

Employment Type: Full-time Regular

City: Calgary, AB (YYC)

Posting Open Date: 11/12/2025

Posting Close Date: 11/26/2025 (Please note the posting will close at 9:59pm MST)

Why WestJet:

Every WestJet journey has the potential to enrich lives; a career with us is no exception.

WestJet arrived on the Canadian airline scene in 1996 and changed the industry for the better. We made air travel more affordable for Canadians and now we're going global.

Join us, this is where your career story takes off.

WestJet is hiring a Senior Accountant – Corporate who will be responsible for various aspects of Executive compensation accounting and payroll reporting. As a senior member of the Corporate Accounting team, the Senior Accountant will also be responsible for mentoring team members and performing review functions.

Responsibilities

• Complete WestJet month-end processes, including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations and actuals variance analysis over the following accounting areas:
  • Executive compensation STIP bonus calculation
  • Stock based compensation - LTIP accounting and financial disclosures
  • Board of Director compensation - including deferred share unit plan
  • Other areas of executive compensation including special incentive and severance accounting
  • Other areas of payroll accounting as needed including vacation accounting
• Review and support over the Corporate Accountant – payroll’s month-end deliverables including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and analysis
• Identify opportunities for processes enhancements to evolve month-end deliverables alongside technology and system changes including supporting cross-functional HR projects to automate and optimize our payroll systems
• Develop and maintain C‑SOx and process documentation over executive compensation and payroll accounting
• Partner closely with Technical Accounting and the Compensation team to adapt accounting for changes to the executive comp program
• Be an active member of the Finance team; complete ad‑hoc reporting requests and be flexible in completing any task including supporting FP&A, internal and external audit.

Position Requirements

• Completion of a professional accounting designation
• Minimum 5-7 years’ experience in an accounting role with progressive levels of responsibility involving the application of technical accounting guidance
• Attention to detail, organized and thorough, with a desire for continuous improvement
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet tight timelines in a fast paced and evolving environment
• Excellent inter‑team and business partner communication skills
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skillsPositive attitude and collaborative approach to problem solving and work tasks in general
• Able to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Advanced excel proficiency

The benefits of being a WestJetter

WestJet provides all WestJetters with a competitive total rewards package. On top of that, 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

Think we are a fit? Apply now!

About WestJet Group of Companies

WestJet took to the skies in 1996 with just over 200 employees and three aircraft operating service to five destinations. Since then, WestJet has pioneered low‑cost travel in Canada, cutting airfares in half, and increasing the flying population in Canada by more than 50 per cent. 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 that includes WestJet Airlines, Sunwing Vacations Group and WestJet Cargo, the WestJet Group is Canada’s leading low‑cost airline and largest vacation provider, with a united purpose of providing affordable and accessible air and vacation travel to Canadians.

Our Safety Promise

At WestJet, the safety and security of our people and our guests is a core value and at the heart of what we do. As safety and security is a shared responsibility, it is expected that you will use safe work practices to ensure your well‑being and the safety of others.

WestJet recognizes that the use of Alcohol and Drugs can adversely impact a safe work environment and the well‑being of others including guests, suppliers and the public, as well as place WestJet's operations at risk. All roles that are identified as safety sensitive are required to pass a Pre‑Employment Alcohol and Drug Test as per WestJet's Alcohol and Drug Policy.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We embrace what makes us each unique, and what makes us uniquely WestJet. WestJet is committed to inclusiveness, equity, and accessibility and if you require accommodation during the selection process, please let our Talent Acquisition team know at [e-mail]. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

At WestJet, we welcome unique skills, experiences, and backgrounds - if you’re passionate and excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every single qualification in the posting. We are committed to inclusivity, equity, and accessibility in the selection process. If you require an accommodation during the recruiting process, please let our Talent Acquisition team know.

We thank all applicants for their interest in WestJet; however, only those candidates who are selected will be contacted.

For more information about everything WestJet, please visit WestJet.com.