Controller, Assistant

Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of

At StandardAero, we use our ingenuity and know-how to find solutions for the simple to the most complex challenges in aviation. Together, we get the job done and done well. Our stability, resources, and respectful culture supports you in building a solid career with a great team you can count on day in and day out for the long term.

What you’ll do:

• Ensure all financial reporting complies with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and reporting requirements.
• Examining and analyzing accounting and financial records, documents, and systems to ensure accuracy and compliance with established accounting standards, procedures and internal controls.
• Co-ordinate day to day financial operations, monthly reporting requirements and month-end close including reviewing and reporting significant operational/financial variances
• Review and approve journal entries and reconciliations monthly ensuring processes, support and controls are maintained
• Complete monthly forecasts and present to executive team
• Lead the coordination and completion of the business annual operating plan
• Review of monthly finance control panels consisting of sales, GM, SG&A and TWC variance analysis
• Provide finance guidance to other functional departments in the business unit
• Lead or participate in the audit preparation process by working with internal stakeholders for both internal and external audits.
• Responsible for overseeing the completion and submission of rebates and credits to various vendors
• Review of financial accuracy of contract bids
• Lead/Participate in special projects 
• Actively participate in the maintenance of the control environment ensuring processes and procedures are followed as required.
• Assist in the preparation of ad-hoc reporting and analysis

Position Requirements:             

• Must be authorized to work in Canada
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within corporate manufacturing and public accounting 
• Holds or is actively pursuing a recognized professional accounting designation (CA, CMA, CGA, or CPA). Individuals with an equivalent mix of experience and education will also be considered
• Experience with public company reporting and  internal audit.

Preferred Characteristics:

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with Oracle are an asset
• Working knowledge of US GAAP and corporate SOX compliance an asset
• Excellent analytical, organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently multitasking and prioritizing responsibilities in order to meet deadlines
• Team player who thrives in an ever-challenging environment

Benefits that make life better:

• Comprehensive Healthcare
• Pension with 100% company match; up to 5% vested
• Paid Time Off starting on day one
• Bonus opportunities
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Learning & Training opportunities

Raising the Standard of Excellence since 1911

With over a century of proven excellence, StandardAero has become an industry leader in MRO services and customized solutions in the aerospace field. Our shared values and learning-based culture inspire our team to exceed their potential and power our customers’ missions worldwide. With on-the-job training, advancement opportunities, and excellent benefits, StandardAero invites you to experience a fulfilling and meaningful career with us.

Inclusivity Is Our Standard

StandardAero offers equal employment opportunities for all. Our supportive environment celebrates diversity with no room for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We invite you to bring your authentic self to our team and experience our welcoming culture.

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