Reporting to the Senior Director of Finance, the Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager is responsible for providing financial insights and analysis that support strategic decision-making, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting across the Summit Aviation Group.

Leveraging strong accounting expertise and business acumen, the FP&A Manager partners with Finance and Operations leaders to develop financial plans, evaluate business performance, and deliver meaningful analysis that supports operational and strategic objectives. This role also drives continuous improvements to financial planning processes, reporting tools, and business intelligence capabilities.

You will be supporting Summit Aviation, which includes both Summit Air and Summit Helicopters. The fixed wing operations are based in Yellowknife, NT, while the rotary wing operations are primarily based in Kamloops, BC with additional bases across Canada.

To support our Summit Aviation Finance team in Vancouver, BC, please apply today!

Essential Responsibilities

• Lead the annual operating and capital budgeting process by collaborating with Finance and operational leaders to develop, review, and challenge assumptions while ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives.
• Prepare annual operating budgets, long-term financial plans, and rolling forecasts to support business planning and financial performance.
• Develop and maintain weekly forecast reporting, analyze actual results against forecasts, and provide variance analysis and recommendations to support informed decision-making.
• Prepare monthly financial reporting packages, including financial statements, key performance indicators (KPIs), variance analysis, and Board reporting materials.
• Analyze financial performance, operational trends, and business metrics to identify opportunities for cost optimization, revenue growth, profitability improvement, and risk mitigation.
• Provide financial analysis and business insights to support operational and strategic initiatives, including business cases, pricing models, investment decisions, aircraft acquisitions, and mergers and acquisitions opportunities.
• Partner with senior leadership to support annual strategic planning activities and long-term business initiatives.
• Continuously improve financial planning, forecasting, reporting processes, and analytical tools to increase efficiency, accuracy, and business value.
• Collaborate with Finance and Operations teams to ensure the integrity and reliability of financial data and reporting systems.
• Support the implementation and enhancement of dashboards, business intelligence tools, and reporting solutions.
• Mentor and support members of the Finance team while fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline.
• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation is required.

Experience

• Minimum 6 years of progressively responsible accounting and financial planning experience, preferably combining public practice and industry experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and business performance analysis.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to translate financial information into meaningful business insights and recommendations.
• Experience developing financial models, business cases, and investment analyses, including NPV and IRR methodologies.
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to coach, mentor, and develop team members.
• Experience preparing executive-level and Board reporting materials.
• Experience with JD Edwards ERP is considered an asset.
• Experience within aviation, transportation, or other capital-intensive industries is considered an asset.

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Office Suite, including the ability to analyze and manipulate large data sets.
• Experience using Power BI or other business intelligence and reporting tools.
• Familiarity with AI-enabled tools that improve reporting efficiency and automate manual processes.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present financial information to both finance and non-finance audiences.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Working Conditions:

• This position requires working from the office three days per week
• Travel to Summit bases will be required from time to time within Canada

Additional Information

Summit Air, a member of the Ledcor Group of Companies, delivers customized fleet and aviation solutions safely and reliably to support Canada's North and beyond. We have one of the largest and most diverse fleets in the industry. From moving cargo, to transferring passengers, to recreational flights for adventurers seeking to discover the North, we are a one-stop solution. Learn more at www.flysummitair.com

Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.