What is Voyageur Aviation Corp.?
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At Voyageur Aviation Corp., we deliver innovative solutions to customers with unique aviation requirements. We are an integrated provider of specialized aviation services, including, advanced engineering and maintenance capabilities, part sales and logistics management, aircraft leasing, and contract flying operations both internationally and domestically supporting humanitarian missions, cargo, and workforce movements to remote communities. Our headquarters are in North Bay, Ontario, and we are a wholly owned subsidiary of Chorus Aviation Inc.
What we offer and what makes us special:
- We stand out as a leading company engaged in exceptionally distinctive projects, spanning captivating destinations worldwide, and collaborating with extraordinary and exclusive clients.
- We can turn your wildest imagination into reality, whether it's complete plane restructuring and modernization, complex maintenance, or a comprehensive plane redesign.
- Our team comprises the best, with unparalleled expertise. No one else on Earth can match what we achieve. We are true pioneers in aviation.
- Abundant growth opportunities await you here. Our employees choose to stay for the long term, thriving in a culture of continuous learning and boundless possibilities.
- We've got you covered! Our comprehensive benefits program is employer-paid and includes extended health care.
- Additionally, we offer a retirement pension plan, an employee and family assistance plan, and participation in the Employee Share Ownership Plan (TSX: CHR).
Explore your next role:
The Manager, General Accounting & Reporting oversees the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of all accounting activities across the organization. The role ensures compliance with accounting standards (ASPE/IFRS), internal controls, and AFC governance requirements while leading the general accounting team in delivering reliable financial reporting, month‑end close, reconciliations, audit support, and cross‑entity consolidation. The position acts as a key business partner to operational and corporate functions, ensuring financial information is complete, consistent, and decision‑ready.
Your responsibilities:
- Lead and manage month end, quarter end, and year end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial results; review and approve journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations and adjustments.
- Ensure compliance with ASPE/IFRS, internal accounting policies, and AFC governance standards; collaborate with Corporate Accounting on complex transactions and IFRS provisions (quarterly).
- Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, and variance analyses; present findings and explanations to executives and external auditors to ensure appropriate disclosure and reporting.
- Maintain the integrity of the general ledger across all entities and business units; ensure timely intercompany reconciliation tied out prior to consolidation.
- Partner closely with the Manager, Transactional Accounting to ensure accurate and complete subledger integration and reconciliation.
- Oversee preparation and review of all balance sheet reconciliations to audit ready standards; monitor and manage aging, clearing accounts, suspense accounts, and intercompany balances.
- Strengthening internal controls linked to reconciliations by identifying discrepancies, conducting root cause analyses, and implementing corrective actions.
- Provide oversight of inventory and rotable asset accounting (continuity schedules, depreciation, subledger‑to‑GL tie‑outs; WinAir ERP), and base inventory variance/aging analysis.
- Lead, mentor, and develop the general accounting team; delegate effectively, set priorities, and ensure adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
- Foster a collaborative, accountable, and solutions-oriented team culture; proactively manage workload peaks (e.g., month end) and support continuous capability building.
- Serve as primary contact for internal and external audits to general accounting and reporting; prepare audit schedules, working papers, and supporting documentation.
- Establish, maintain, and enhance internal controls, process documentation, and IA narratives; evaluate reporting systems/procedures and lead SOP/Policy development for accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.
- Lead and support initiatives to streamline and automate processes, enhance ERP and support system utilization (BC, Great Plains, Win Air), and drive continuous improvement.
Your Distinctive Ingredients for Success:
- A University Degree in Business, Accounting, or a related discipline is required.
- A CPA designation is required.
- A minimum of seven (7) years of progressive experience in accounting or finance roles is required,
- Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate, coach, and develop high‑performing teams.
- Profound knowledge of accounting principles, standards, and regulations, including GAAP and IFRS.
- Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills, with a strong attention to detail, accuracy, and sound decision‑making capability.
- Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and perform effectively under pressure.
- Advanced proficiency in accounting systems and the MS Office Suite, with strong Excel skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate cross‑functionally and clearly convey complex financial information.
Eligibility:
You must be legally eligible to work for a Canadian company (e.g., be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident of Canada, or possess a valid work permit) and provide a clear Criminal Background Check.
You belong here!
Voyageur Aviation Corp. is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and communities in which we live and serve. If you require accommodation for the recruitment/interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Location and other Key Details:
- Hybrid or fully remote work arrangements are available, depending on the candidate’s location.
