Finance Co-op Student

The Calgary Airport Authority, 2000 Airport Road NE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada Req #945
Thursday, February 20, 2025
**Number of positions available**: 1
**Status**: 12 month term (May 2025 - May 2026)
**Rate**: $21/hr
**Closing Date**: March 6th 2025
The Calgary Airport Authority is committed to creating an environment where our students are rewarded through meaningful work experiences and numerous opportunities to connect with employees, stakeholders, and other students just like you. Our program offers students an opportunity to gain valuable industry experience, knowledge, and contacts through full time work in their chosen field.
OUR TEAM
The Financial Planning & Analysis Team works collaboratively with the organization to deliver budgeting and forecasting for the Authority. The team works alongside business unit owners to develop valuable reporting and innovative data visualizations that provide detailed analysis and insights to support quality decision making. This team of collaborative self-starters possess the ability to translate data into compelling stories that informs organizational direction.
We are more than just planes and tarmacs. Our purpose travels beyond our runway into the communities we serve. We are about connections, stories, and life-defining adventures. We are committed to fostering an environment where our people are rewarded through meaningful work experiences.
The Calgary Airport Authority manages and operates YYC Calgary International Airport and YBW Springbank Airport and collaborates with the many partners who make up YYC - from airlines to government agencies and retail outlets. This is an exciting time to join our #YYCCrew and drive YYC forward as one of Canada's best airports
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Under the supervision of the General Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis, you will assist other members of the FP & A team in business case preparation, validation of new Oracle reports and monthly/quarterly reporting. This role provides you an opportunity to gain work experience in financial analysis, Oracle ERP/EPM systems and learning some basics of internal/external financial reporting.
**RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE**:
Assist the team with documentation, definition and organization of KPIs, forecasting, budgeting & other procedures
Partner with the Corporate Analysts to provide financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting and valuation support to other departments & divisions within the organization
Lead the performance of ad-hoc studies/investigations into business performance and present the findings accordingly
Support the monthly reporting cycle by reviewing & entering key statistics / metrics
Update and maintain monthly revenue & expense forecasts
Assist the team in the preparation and review of presentation materials
Other duties as assigned
WHAT YOU BRING
Pursuing a Bachelor of Commerce or Business Administration degree with a major in Finance or Accounting
Natural curiosity with strong interest in performing research and analysis
A passion for building and maintaining key business relationships
Excellent interpersonal skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Proactive problem solver with the desire and ability to achieve results
Detail-oriented, resourceful and enthusiastic
Ability to work effectively with a team as well as individually
Strong organizational skills
WHAT ELSE?
To qualify as a co-op or internship student, you must be enrolled in a post-secondary program where a work term is a formal requirement of the program and provide documentation to that effect.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a restricted area identification card (RAIC).
This role is eligible for our hybrid work model with a combination of onsite and remote work.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
It's simple - we invest in our people because they are the backbone of our success. We offer:
Competitive wages
Networking and growth opportunities
Opportunities to give back to the community
**Our Values**:
We are ACCOUNTABLE. We take ownership and step up to get the job done.
We are CUSTOMER-FOCUSED. We consider the customer in all that we do.
We are COLLABORATIVE. We are stronger when we reach out and work as a team.
We are RESILIENT. We are able to withstand or recover quickly from difficult conditions.
We are CREATIVE. We strive to find new and better ways of doing things.
Other details
Job Family Student
Pay Type Hourly