Financial Controller

**Who We Are** Alberta Aviation Capital Corporation ("AAC") is a leading international aviation company specializing in aircraft leasing and finance, headquartered in Calgary, Alberta. Established with a vision to innovate and lead, AAC has become a trusted partner for clients across the globe, offering world-class leasing solutions and financial services to operators, lessors, and investors in the aviation industry. We pride ourselves on our entrepreneurial spirit, fostering a dynamic and agile corporate culture that allows us to adapt to the ever-evolving aviation market. Serving international clients from every corner of the globe, AAC has built a reputation for providing exceptional value and tailored services. Our growth trajectory has been nothing short of remarkable, and we are recognized as one of the fastest-growing and most forward-thinking brands in the aviation sector today. At AAC, we believe in the power of innovation, collaboration, and strong relationships. Our leadership team is comprised of some of the most experienced and respected individuals in the aviation and finance industries. Together, they bring unmatched expertise, strategic vision, and a commitment to operational excellence, helping AAC navigate an increasingly complex global marketplace. As a gateway to international aviation and finance, AAC offers a unique and unparalleled opportunity for personal and professional growth. With an expanding portfolio and ambitious plans for the future, we provide an exciting and rewarding environment where talented individuals can make a real impact. Joining AAC means becoming part of a team dedicated to shaping the future of aviation, working alongside industry leaders, and contributing to a company that’s at the forefront of innovation and success in the global aviation landscape. The Financial Controller is a leadership position responsible for overseeing the organization’s financial operations and ensuring the integrity and accuracy of financial reporting. Reporting directly to the Vice President, the Financial Controller plays a key role in driving financial strategy, managing budgeting and forecasting processes, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. This position supervises accounting functions, including month-end and year-end closing, financial reporting, and internal controls. The Financial Controller also provides valuable insights and financial analysis to the Vice President and other senior leaders, supporting decision-making and strategic planning to promote the company’s long-term financial success and sustainability. If this sounds like you, we have the perfect opportunity for you **Responsibilities**: - Oversight and responsibility for full cycle accounting and all financial transactions of the entity. Ensuring that the books and records of the entity are kept in accordance with GAAP. - Document and maintain complete and accurate supporting information for all financial transactions - Design, implement and maintain client monthly / quarterly / annual reporting (financial, lease, and operations reporting), forecasting, and budgeting standards and processes to ensure compliance and effective business management - Ensure that all statutory requirements of the organization are met. - Sustain and continue to grow a highly engaged team by providing effective management, communicating direction, mentoring, performance management, coaching and developing direct reports; and empowering individuals to make decisions and be accountable for their actions; - Maintain regular contact and build solid working relationships with the Operations personnel by providing necessary financial information and support. Ensure evolving Operations requirements are anticipated and integrated into the accounting and finance processes; - Lead audits (internal and external) including the audit workflow and deliverables and be the liaison with auditors as required; - Provide information and assist the financial consolidation process as required; - Evaluate current processes & controls, recommend process improvements and upon approval - implement appropriate process improvements that demonstrate fiduciary due care. - Projects for VP Finance as they arise within the corporate group - Other duties as assigned. **Job type / Salary**: Full time, $95,000 to $120,000 per year with bonus opportunities. **Qualifications**: - Professional accounting designation (CPA) and have advanced accounting education combined with a university degree in a related discipline; - Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible accounting experience in general industry - Proven track record in the leading and building an effective team. Demonstrated supervisory and management skill sets. Team player capable of contributing operationally and cooperatively as a member of the accounting management team; - Aviation Industry Experience and ability to travel for business are considered an asset; - Superior written an