Manager, Finance II

People come together at Edmonton Airports. They connect. Learn. Imagine. We are an Airport for Everyone, uniting people for a world of possibilities. Our community, passengers, partners and team members come together to achieve meaningful connections and opportunities. At Edmonton Airports, we aim to create a community of unique individuals to allow for expanded ideas, perspectives, collaboration and innovative business decisions. We do this by fostering positive, enthusiastic people who are excited to take on challenges. As an organization, we value opportunities to create diversity within our team, including backgrounds, experiences, perspectives and ways of working together. True to our core values, we are invested in our talent and consider professional development, specialty training and career growth among the top priorities to expand team member skillset as we continue evolving with new technologies and forward-thinking ideas. As recipients of the 2024 Alberta Top 80 Employer Award, we work to elevate the experience even higher and facilitate new possibilities at our region’s airports.

Manager, Finance

1 Full-time, Permanent Position

Need to Know

At Edmonton International Airport, we offer challenging, rewarding opportunities that allow employees to thrive in what they do. Our work culture is known for being open, collaborative, and inclusive. We recognize that great work gets accomplished when spontaneous fun is involved, and we try to celebrate successes and milestones whenever we can. We are also big believers in the power of setting professional goals and encouraging employees to do so regularly. We always want to know how we can support our most valuable stakeholders and enhance the partnership that exists between managers and their employees.

Is This Role for You?

The Manager, Finance is a member of the financial management team. This position is responsible for hands-on, full-cycle accounting and assisting with other ad-hoc projects as assigned. The quality and accuracy of the financial reports are part of the manager's scope of work. Successful candidates will oversee and manage staff for the day-to-day operations, including fully understanding the requirements of the daily obstacles and using strong leadership skills to help the department move through the annual cycles and assist with any requirements necessary to succeed.

Day in The Life

You might be wondering what you can expect in a typical day at work. Every day will bring new opportunities, focusing on key responsibilities, including:

• Create and manage a strong team of employees, including determination of optimal numbers, recruitment, retention, and development.
• Develop, implement and review Finance processes to ensure compliance with policies, standards, regulatory requirements and ensure mitigation of risks.
• Manage the corporate accounting and reporting functions for Edmonton Airports (EA) by establishing processes and internal controls that ensure financial information integrity and compliance with the Regional Airports Authorities Act (Alberta) and Accounting Standards for Not-for-Profit Organizations (ASNPO).
• Develop, recommend for approval, implement, and monitor all accounting and finance policies and procedures to create reliable and accurate financial information and minimize financial risk identify, interpret and implement new accounting and reporting requirements.
• Preparation of EA monthly, quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements and associated reporting to the Board.
• Manage, coordinate, and maintain the contractual relationship with external auditors throughout the audit process.
• Preparation of variance analysis and providing strategic financial advice and support to EA Senior Management and Executive Teams to make sound business decisions.
• Manage and maintain relationships with external parties used by the Finance Department relating to all finance-related software (banking software, billing software and financial reporting software, etc.).

You Have:

• Recognized University Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or in a related area.
• Canadian CPA designation (CGA, CMA, CA)
• A thorough knowledge of either International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) or accounting standards for private enterprises (ASPE) or Accounting Standards for Not for Profit Organizations (ASNPO)
• Progressive 5+ years experience in business management in the field of accounting, auditing, financial reporting and analysis in a large organization with 2+ years at a managerial level demonstrating analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills in managing moderate to complex financial and accounting issues.
• Leadership and staff management skills including performance improvement, interdisciplinary team building, decision making and individual and group supervision.
• Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to exercise sound judgement and make decisions based on accurate and timely analyses.
• Ability to communicate clearly and fluently (written and spoken).
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work independently under minimal supervision.

REPORTS TO: Director, Financial Accounting
BAND: Excluded
SALARY: Commensurate with experience

Edmonton Airports Offers:

• Challenging, rewarding opportunities that allow team members to thrive in what they do.
• Continuous learning: we are invested in our talent, offering continued learning opportunities for our team members.
• Competitive Health & Dental coverage as well as a Health Spending Account, allowing you to spend where you and your family need.
• Retirement program including pension matching as well as financial and retirement planning services.
• An environment of collaboration, team building and growth opportunities.

About Edmonton Airports:

Edmonton Airports owns and operates Edmonton International Airport (YEG) and Villeneuve Airport (ZVL). The two airports generate an economic output of over $4.9 billion and support over 21,000 jobs. A gateway for transportation, connection and innovation, YEG is a self-funded, not-for-profit corporation driving economic prosperity for the Edmonton Metropolitan Region and beyond. YEG is Canada’s fifth-busiest airport by passenger traffic and the largest major Canadian airport by land area. ZVL is a general aviation facility northwest of Edmonton that serves as the primary flight-training facility for the Edmonton Metropolitan Region.

Our vision is as clear as it is ambitious: more flights to more places. As we continue to grow our operations and broaden our horizons, we remain committed to providing an accessible, safe and inclusive Airport for Everyone. Our dedication to environmental stewardship, social well-being and economic prosperity drives our every action as we build toward a more sustainable, ethical and equitable future — together. Our mission is to drive our region’s economic prosperity through aviation and commercial development. We can only achieve these inspirational goals as a team, and the people who choose to work at our airports are our most important resource. We are focused on working together to foster a cooperative environment that encourages teamwork, communication and respect.

Edmonton Airports is an equal opportunity employer.