The Brandon Flight Centre is hiring! Operating a growing flight school, a bustling FBO, and an Aircraft Maintenance shop that is responsible for both external aircraft and flight school aircraft, there is never a dull day! Owned by the Brandon Flying Club, we maintain a friendly atmosphere that remains true to our long history of leaders in the Manitoba Aviation community.
The Brandon Flight Centre team is a small, close-knit group of community-focused aviation professionals who work together to advance general aviation in Westman. We offer an exceptional work culture with our pet-friendly office, casual work environment, and regular staff appreciation days. We offer a great work-life balance, health & dental benefits, and professional development opportunities.
Brandon Flight Centre is a collaborative workplace, encouraging interdepartmental problem solving and cooperation. The candidate will possess an entrepreneurial mindset and will be responsible for working with management and the Board of Directors to develop financial policies & act as a business partner.
Responsibilities include:
Direct financial planning & strategy
Analyze and report financial status to internal & external audience
Develop & implement accounting policies
Assess risk & manage internal financial controls
Oversee daily financial operations of all departments including both internal & external account reconciliations, monitoring credit card transactions on a weekly basis & overseeing all invoicing for the organization
Communicate & collaborate with department heads to develop a budget & manage cash flow
Administer Payroll, facilitate all time-off requests & monitor all commissioned employees billable hours
Prepare fundraising & grant proposals
Oversee audit & income tax reporting
Report & remit PST, GST, Carbon Tax & T2202's for student tuition
Continuous monitoring of fuel sales & pricing
Qualifications/Experience:
Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Finance or Accounting
2-5 years relevant experience preferred, other combinations of education & experience may be considered
Financial management experience preferred
Knowledge of accounting principles & standards
Fluent in Microsoft Office Products (specifically Microsoft Excel) & accounting software such as QuickBooks Online
Detail-oriented and highly organized
Strong analytical skills
Interpersonal communication & customer service skills with a high degree of professionalism
Experience working in a multi-departmental organization would be considered an asset
Experience working in a non-profit environment/reporting to a board of directors would be considered an asset
Benefits:
·        Comprehensive health plan including vision & dental
·        RRSP matching
·        Paid sick & personal days
·        Hybrid work option
·        Work-life balance
·        Casual office dress code
·        Pet-friendly office
·        Staff appreciation events