Accountant - Fuel

7 days ago


Calgary, Alberta, Canada WestJet Full time

Employment Type: Full-time Temp Contract 6+Mos

City: Calgary, AB (YYC)

Posting Open Date: 09/20/2024

Posting Close Date: 10/04/2024 (Please note the posting will close at 9:59pm MST)

Why WestJet:

Every WestJet journey has the potential to enrich lives; a career with us is no exception.

WestJet arrived on the Canadian airline scene in 1996 and changed the industry for the better. We made air travel more affordable for Canadians and now we're going global.

Join us and love where you're going.

Hybrid Work:
This is a hybrid work position in Calgary, Alberta and requires in-person collaboration at the WestJet Campus (22 Aerial Place NE) 3 days per week. This provides flexibility the remaining 40% of the work week. This hybrid work plan allows for critically important learning, collaboration and networking with our colleagues. Specific days in the office are agreed upon by the team.

** 16-month Term Position **

WestJet is currently seeking an Accountant - Fuel to support our Finance team. The successful candidate must exhibit a high standard of excellence, enjoys problem solving, and takes personal initiative. Working closely with fellow Finance team members and departmental stakeholders, this role is responsible for daily operational accounting, with a special focus on daily organization and processing.

Key deliverables include:

  • Manage large volumes of email and invoices
  • Work with Internal and external business partners to resolve queries and discrepancies and ensure all significant dollar invoices are included in the month-end.
  • Work in a multi-company account structure (WestJet, Encore, Cargo and Sunwing) with multiple currencies (CAD, USD, Euros and GBP).
  • Ability to work independently, ensuring deadlines are met.
  • Investigate discrepancies including vendor statement reconciliations, purchase orders received but not invoiced, tax calculations, and foreign exchange calculations
  • Assist with team on fuel invoice payment procedures, ensuring payments are timely
  • Actively partner with various teams across the organization to assist with ad-hoc reporting, analysis, projects, and decision support as required
  • Be an active member of the Finance team; willing to brainstorm issues and be flexible in completing any task
  • Document processes relating to areas of responsibility.
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls and C-Sox requirements

Experience and Qualifications:

  • Post-secondary education and/or certificate in a related field (i.e., Accounting or Finance)
  • Must have a minimum of 2-3 years of related experience
  • High Level of Excel proficiency and a keen interest in learning new technology
  • Previous experience with JD Edwards strongly desired, experience with other ERP software and reporting systems (i.e., Hyperion) considered an asset
  • Excellent attention to detail, time management, with a strong desire for continuous improvement
  • Candidates must be adaptable and flexible, can handle multiple tasks with a high degree of accuracy, prioritize and meet deadlines in an environment of continuous change and high-volume activity
  • Able to maintain a high level of confidentiality

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 are a fit? Apply now

About WestJet Group of Companies

Together with WestJet's regional airline, WestJet Encore, we offer scheduled service to more than 100 destinations in North America, Central America, the Caribbean and Europe and to more than 175 destinations in over 20 countries through our airline partnerships.

Our Safety Promise

At WestJet, the safety and security of our people and our guests is a core value and at the heart of what we do. As safety and security is a shared responsibility, it is expected that you will use safe work practices to ensure your well-being and the safety of others.

WestJet recognizes that the use of Alcohol and Drugs can adversely impact a safe work environment and the well-being of others including guests, suppliers and the public, as well as place WestJet's operations at risk. All roles that are identified as safety sensitive are required to pass a Pre-Employment Alcohol and Drug Test as per WestJet's Alcohol and Drug Policy.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We embrace what makes us each unique, and what makes us uniquely WestJet. WestJet is committed to inclusiveness, equity, and accessibility and if you require accommodation during the selection process, please let our Talent Acquisition team know. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest in WestJet; however, only those candidates who are selected will be contacted.

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