JOB TITLE : Lead Financial Analyst
POSITION STATUS : Permanent
DEPARTMENT : Finance
LOCATION : Montreal

WHO WE ARE

At Air Canada Vacations, we’re in the business of making dreams travel. That’s why we offer vacation packages, tours, cruises and more tailored to everyone’s individual needs. We like to say we have a vacation for every traveller because we do! If you’re someone who’s passionate about exploring the world and sharing that enthusiasm with our customers, we’d love to welcome you to our team. For over 50 years, Air Canada Vacations has been making travel easy, so come and join us in helping fellow Canadians create unforgettable memories wherever they go.
As a Lead, Financial Reporting, the incumbent will play a crucial role in assisting the Manager, Financial Reporting to maintain the financial reporting functions of Air Canada Vacations.
This includes budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and identifying risks and opportunities while ensuring financial targets are met. The role also involves analyzing cost drivers and offering recommendations to optimize financial performance.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in accountancy. A professional certification (CPA) is required.
• 5+ years of experience in accounting or finance

SKILLS:

• Proactive organizational and excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and French
• Attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting and analysis
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Ability to keep a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent computer skills in general, especially Excel and PowerPoint

• Maintain and validate all transactions in the general ledger
• Prepare and review the month-end and year-end closing processes and ensure all financial activities are accurate and delivered in a timely manner
• Analyze financial data and prepare financial statements, reports and forecasts for senior management
• Analyze and explain variance explanations versus budget, outlook and prior year
• Maintain, analyze and prepare balance sheet reconciliations
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with IFRS
• Ensure the accuracy, completeness and timely completion of monthly financial reporting
• Maintain, improve, and implement financial policies, procedures and internal controls and ensure compliance
• Coordinate and assist with internal and external auditors for interim and year-end
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams internally or with subsidiaries (AC, Aeroplan, Rouge)
• Assist with the integration of our new accounting system
• Assist with various tax requirements and projects
• Assist in various projects and initiatives
• Ad hoc compliance filings such as OSFI, TICO, IATA
• Supervise and train your direct report(s)