The Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) is a unique and dynamic place to work, with a bold plan to make Toronto Pearson, Canada’s leading global hub airport, a global leader in airport performance, customer care and sustainability. Together with our partners, approximately 1,900 GTAA employees are working to create a next-generation airport by innovating in all we do and striving for the most uplifting, safe and efficient experience for our passengers – all while championing the prosperity of our people, the community we call home, and our aviation partners. Join us on our journey together, as we put the joy back into travel and make Toronto Pearson the chosen place to fly and work.
What's in it for you!
As a GTAA employee, you’ll have access to amazing benefits, including retirement planning, comprehensive group health benefits, employee assistance programs (EAP), paid leave, education and training, as well as recognition and rewards programs.
What you can expect from this position:
Reporting to the Associate Director, Financial Planning and Analysis, this role’s primary function is to provide Financial Reporting, Annual Planning, Capital Management and Analytical support for business units. In addition, this role will provide financial guidance and support regarding implications of critical initiatives and operational decisions. The role will be the primary liaison between the business units and all other finance functions (other department support roles, planning, reporting, decision support, capital management, risk management, procurement, and controllers’ group).
As a Manager, Business Planning and Analysis, you will::
- Provide leadership/management and coaching/mentoring to a direct report
- Develop, lead and coordinate the Annual Plan (including Operating Plan development), 5 Year Planning and Quarterly Forecasting processes by coordinating with the primary partners ensuring alignment with Finance and other Business Divisions
- Ensure Profit & Loss Statement accuracy and completeness in a timely manner
- Lead the preparation of the monthly and quarterly financial reports
- Perform variance analysis on Actual versus Plan results, and providing guidance to Plan management and/or “course correction” mitigation opportunities
- Periodic reporting and presentation of financial results to Senior Management and the GTAA Executive Team
- Develop and track Operational Metrics and Key Performance Indicators on a monthly basis to ensure attainment of business unit and company goalsLead all aspects of the creation of financial and business intelligence models to support the Annual Planning process and Retail Parking Operations to drive alignment with initiatives, insights and goals
- Coordinate contractual obligations, ensuring value for money, proper financial recording (accruals) while aligning with business justifications
- Actively involved in the Capital Management Program, including Capital reporting and tracking, reviewing business justifications and business cases
- Providing support and guidance to Project Managers and Business Owners regarding the development of the Capital Program, ensuring that all requirements are attained while at the same time collaborating with the Finance Capital Manager to ensure timely senior executive approval
- Enhance Financial and Business Intuition through collaboration and education of Operating Unit Leaders and Support Staff on financial processes, procedures, and key results
- Support HRBP with Headcount analysis and assess compensation costs
The salary for this management non-unionized position is competitive based on the successful candidate’s qualifications.
This is the role for you, if you have:
- A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, commerce
- A professional accounting designation and other relevant designation (e.g. CPA, CA, CMA, CGA, CFA) is preferred
- 5+ years of demonstrated experience in financial reporting for publicly accountable enterprises, internal controls over financial reporting and other accounting related tasks
- Industry experience or industry related experience (aviation, transportation, etc.) will be considered an asset
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in People Management (direct report or cross-functional)
- Demonstrated experience working in a customer centric environment
- Able to obtain and retain Transportation Security Clearance at the designated level for the position
Knowledge and skills you bring, that set you up for success:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present financial materials in a logical and organized manner to various levels of Management
- Strong eye for business and ability to build working relationships and work cross-functionally
- Highly flexible and team oriented person
- Constructively challenge the policies and practices, and drive continuous improvement efforts
- Ability to lead multiple tasks and strict timelines
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong technical skills and in depth knowledge of Canadian Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
- Excellent and practical knowledge of Canadian Generally Accepted Auditing Standards and internal controls over financial reporting framework
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
- Experience with Oracle ERP system and Adaptive Insights or other planning software are considered an asset