Financial Controller

Air North Yukons Airline

Founded in 1977 Air North Yukons Airline today serves destinations with the territory and connects the Yukon with southern destinations that include Calgary Edmonton Kelowna Ottawa Toronto Vancouver and Victoria. Our legacy of over 45 years of serving Yukoners has been thanks to their steadfast support as well as investment from the Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation. All of this is reflected deeply in our business ethos culture and the quality of service our 450-strong team provide every day.

Our exceptional track record includes accolades such as being named one of the worlds most beloved airlines on social media by Fortune magazine receiving recognition twice as the Best Leisure and Specialty Airline and most recently being honoured as the Best Airline in Canada by Tripadvisors Travellers Choice Awards. These achievements are thanks to the dedication of our remarkable team.

Our competitive salaries are joined by an enticing benefits package. This includes extensive travel perks for you and your family encompassing 100 airlines globally health and dental benefits group RRSP investment options and profit sharing.

The Role

The Financial Controller leads the finance function that keeps our airline operating reliably and compliantly. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer you will manage a team of 12 (10 accounting 2 payroll) and be accountable for monthend close payroll accuracy audit readiness financial controls and continuous process improvement. This is a handson leadership role focused on building robust daytoday finance operations driving automation and standardization and delivering timely decisionready financial information to the executive team. The successful candidate will be a practicing CPA who thrives on mentoring staff improving processes and turning financial data into practical actions that improve operational reliability and business performance.

Responsibilities include

Leadership & Financial Management

• Lead and develop the accounting and payroll team through recruitment training performance management and handson coaching to build daytoday operational capability
• Prioritize team structure clear roles and succession planning to ensure coverage and continuity
• Partner with the CFO and executive team on long-term financial planning capital allocation and risk management
• Contribute financial insights to support business growth and operational efficiency translating insights into process changes and actionable tasks owned by the team

Financial Operations Process & Compliance

• Oversee monthly quarterly and annual financial reporting with accuracy and timeliness
• Develop and maintain comprehensive financial and payroll policies procedures and systems driving continuous process improvement error reduction and automation opportunities across all finance and payroll functions
• Ensure readiness for and lead financial payroll and regulatory audits
• Lead software implementation projects for financial and payroll systems as a key stakeholder in vendor selection requirements gathering system configuration testing data migration and user adoption strategies
• Ensure compliance with federal/provincial laws collective agreements and internal policies by embedding compliance steps into daily workflows and training
• Maintain strong internal controls to safeguard company assets and financial security
• Research and apply accounting payroll and tax regulations translating changes into updated processes training and system settings
• Lead incremental improvements in financial systems reporting and analytics to inform decisions prioritizing highimpact fixes and quick wins that reduce manual effort
• Stay current with industry standards legislation and best practices and champion practical adoption of improvements across the finance function
• Ensure fuel tax is administered correctly and participate in audits as required

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance
• Completed CPA designation
• 7 years of progressive accounting/finance experience with at least 3 years in a leadership role overseeing both accounting and payroll functions
• Demonstrated experience with budgeting forecasting audits and internal controls in a mid-to-large organization
• Experience with Fuel Taxes or aptitude to learn
• Knowledge of the Canada Labour Code and related payroll legislation
• Proficiency in financial and payroll systems; experience implementing or optimizing software is an asset
• Proven leadership and coaching abilities
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now is an asset
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Position is located in Whitehorse Yukon. Candidates must be willing to relocate should they not already reside in Whitehorse

Whitehorse Yukon

Established as the Yukons capital city in 1953 the City of Whitehorse is home to some of the most spectacular scenery talented artists and innovative businesses in Canada. Situated along the Yukon River on the traditional territory of the Kwanlin Dün First Nation and the Taan Kwächän Council over 33000 call Whitehorse home.

Access to nature remains a top value for residents who can enjoy recreation activities year-round a vibrant art scene and a multitude of cultures as people from all over the world have decided to settle north of 60. The Yukon is a vibrant territory known for stunning beauty endless outdoor pursuits wildlife First Nations culture and arts and northern lights as well as Canadian gold-rush history.

For more details please contact

Katja Altherr Talent Acquisition Specialist
Air North Yukons Airline

Telephone: (867) 668.2228 ext. 424

Ready to join us

• Submit your resume and cover letter explaining why you are an ideal fit for the role
• If selected well reach out within 20 days for a brief introductory call
• Successful candidates will then proceed to a round of up to 2 interviews and travel may be required if not located in Whitehorse

At Air North we are committed to fostering a diverse equitable inclusive and accessible workplace. We believe diverse perspectives drive innovation and service excellence and we strive to build a team that reflects the communities we serve.

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. If you need reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process please let us know and well ensure your needs are met so you can bring your best self forward.

Thank you for considering a career with Air North. We look forward to receiving your application and possibly welcoming you aboard!