This position requires in-person collaboration up to five days a week. This arrangement is subject to change based on business requirements.
Overview of the RoleWestJet is seeking a Manager, Capital & Fuel Accounting. Reporting to the Director, Commercial & Operations Accounting, this role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting for the Capital and Fuel portfolio. The Manager, Capital & Fuel Accounting leads a team of accountants and analysts, oversees month-end close activities, and provides expert guidance on complex accounting matters. The Manager fosters a high-performing, collaborative environment while driving continuous improvement in processes, controls, and reporting practices. This role requires strong technical accounting judgment, systems and data problem-solving, and the ability to partner with operational stakeholders across complex Capital and Fuel activities.
Key Deliverables- Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team of accountants and analysts, fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous growth.
- Oversee month-end close activities, ensuring timely, accurate financial reporting, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
- Review and assess complex Capital and Fuel accounting matters, including IFRS compliance, accounting judgments, estimates, accruals, inventory, fixed assets, leases, and reporting impacts.
- Prepare and support technical accounting assessments, audit-ready documentation, key controls, CSOx requirements, audits, and issue remediation for assigned portfolios.
- Partner with operational, corporate, and FP&A stakeholders to resolve accounting issues, translate business activity into accurate financial reporting, and support forecasting and budgeting.
- Leverage accounting systems, subledgers, and reporting tools to ensure data integrity, resolve issues, and enhance reporting efficiency.
- Lead process improvement, standardization, documentation, and automation initiatives to strengthen controls, scalability, team effectiveness, and the integrity of financial information for business decision-making.
Experience & Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
- CPA designation
- 6+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within a complex or large organization, audit/advisory environment, or technical/financial reporting role
- Proven experience leading and developing teams, including coaching and performance management
- Strong technical accounting knowledge under IFRS, with the ability to assess complex accounting matters, prepare or review accounting analysis, and support financial reporting conclusions
- Experience with capital accounting, fixed assets, leases, inventory, fuel, aviation, transportation, or other complex operational accounting environments considered an asset
- Experience working with ERP systems, subledger systems, reporting tools, and large-volume reconciliations considered an asset
- Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and resolve complex accounting issues
- Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills across finance and business teams
- Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on process optimization, documentation, automation, and efficiency
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're a great fit? Apply now!
