Manager, Finance Airport Operations

The Organization
The Winnipeg Airports Authority (WAA) is a community-based, non-share capital corporation that operates, manages, maintains and invests in the Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport and affiliate businesses. Operating on a multi-site property, the WAA is responsible for airport operations, security, facilities, parking, ground transportation and communications.

The Opportunity

**Responsibilities include**:

- Provide input, guidance, fiscal and resource planning to WAA;
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual company and consolidated financial statements and related reports;
- Manage the WAA and YWG corporate credit card portfolio and prepare operational budgets, and review monthly variances for the same entities;
- Responsible for the accurate completion and filing of tax returns including GST, PST, foreign withholding tax and corporate income tax returns (excluding subsidiaries);
- Manage treasury functions, ensuring sufficient capital is available to meet obligations while ensuring excess capital is invested prudently;
- Liaise with external auditors and implement their recommendations;
- Responsible for building and maintaining relationships with relevant WAA stakeholders and has discretionary decision-making authority with regard to matters of operational importance to WAA;
- Manage and provide guidance to direct reports, including hiring, training, developing, discussing performance, conducting appraisals, investigating and discussing matters that may lead to discipline or termination;
- Support the Director, Finance in the development of business strategies and plans to drive improvements to departmental efficiency and customer satisfaction;
- Track and enforce service level standards and key performance indicators related to relevant external service providers; and
- Participate in Monthly Management meetings, Corporate strategic planning and other leadership activities as required.

**Selection Criteria include**:

- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance with three years (minimum) of senior accounting or finance experience;
- Completion of Professional Accounting Designation (CA, CMA, CGA);
- Budgeting and cost management skills;
- Strong leadership skills with previous management experience outside of public practice;
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional business partners to achieve results;
- Ability to motivate others to achieve goals and objectives in a time-sensitive environment;
- Resourcefulness and the ability to manage multiple initiatives with strong prioritization skills;
- Flexibility and willingness to take on additional or new responsibilities;
- Strong financial accounting skills (knowledge of IFRS) and how it pertains to the organization;
- Fundamental understanding of tax laws and how they pertain to the organization;
- Superior analytical, written and oral communication skills;
- Strong problem solving skills;
- Organized and detail oriented with good time management skills, with ability to multitask and meet deadlines;
- Technical aptitude and ability to learn and maximize the use of new software programs;
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ability to sort and analyze large volumes of data;
- Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and experience drafting presentations; and
- High level proficiency in financial software systems.

Work with us
- Highly competitive salary;
- Full Benefits package of Health, Dental & Vision;
- DC Pension Plan;
- Healthcare Spending Account to use on additional benefit expenses;
- Lifestyle Spending Account to use on Wellness expenses such as health and fitness;
- Employee Assistance Program;
- Supported Training & Development opportunities;
- Opportunity to work with a high functioning team of professionals working on a diversified portfolio; and
- Awarded Manitoba’s Top Employers 13 consecutive years.

Condition of employment is the ability to obtain and maintain an Airport Restricted Area Identification Card.

Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.