Financial Controller

Founded in 2000 by three former Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) CF-18 fighter pilots who identified an opportunity to improve military readiness training, Top Aces has since established itself as the world leader in contracted adversary air (ADAIR) services and joint terminal attack controller (JTAC) training.

We pride ourselves on our unblemished safety record, having flown an industry leading 130,000+ hours of operational training without accident in support of customers worldwide, including Canada, the U.S., Germany, and multiple other NATO allies and international partner nations.

Our vision is to be the most trusted provider of innovative defense training solutions, continuously elevating standards in an industry where "Experience Matters." This commitment to innovation and technology ensures we remain adaptable, training allied militaries to succeed against evolving threats.

Top Aces’ dynamic team contributes to delivering on our purpose of training the next generation of combat leaders by living our values of Service, Integrity, Excellence, and Together every day!

Join our team!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead the accounting team responsible for bookkeeping, maintenance of the general ledger as well the balance sheet reconciliations.
• Supervise the teams responsible for billing, A/R and A/P.
• Coordinate the month-end, quarter-end and year-end closes to ensure that all journal entries and adjustments are accurate and processed in a timely manner.
• Consolidate the financial results for the group of operating companies, gathering, and reconciling information as needed.
• Prepare and post the consolidation entries and eliminations in multiple currencies for all entities of the Group.
• Prepare and review the internal consolidated financial statements monthly, and the external financial statements with complete note disclosures on a quarterly basis.
• Prepare and reconcile the monthly and quarterly Statement of Cash Flows.
• Draft the quarterly Management’s Discussion and Analysis.
• Coordinate the preparation of the audit file with the team and lead the annual external audit.
• Prepare monthly and ad-hoc financial presentations (e.g.: BoD month-end presentation, Management Committee, Bank, etc.).
• Daily management of financial controls, including weekly payments, Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
• Maintain business processes and accounting policies and assist in the formulation of internal controls and policies to comply with legislation and established best practices.
• Assure compliance with accounting standards (IFRS) and tax requirements.
• Participation in the improvement of internal processes and controls
• Oversee the training and development of the finance team and authority to meet departmental and organizational goals.
• Aid with other on-going and ad hoc analyses and preparation of various information.
• Perform additional duties and assignments as requested by the Corporate Controller.
  
  
  

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• CPA designation (CA, CMA, or CGA) and 8-10 years of related work experience
• Knowledge of IFRS accounting standards
• Attention to detail is a must.
• Sold work ethic, results oriented with the ability to prioritize multiple assignments and consistently deliver on time with a high degree of accuracy.
• Proven ability to work cooperatively within a team environment to achieve shared goals.
• Sound judgment and high standard of ethics required.
• Experience with accounting ERPs and Oracle consolidation are assets.
• Ability to perform all work in support of our Corporate Values of Service, Integrity, Excellence, and Teamwork
• Demonstrates strong and visible support of our values.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
• Excellent computer proficiency (MS Office – Word, Excel and Outlook)
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service
  
  
  

Occupational Health and Safety Responsibilities:

You will have the following responsibilities to comply with the company's Occupational Health and Safety program:

Managers are responsible for:

• Providing a safe and healthy workplace including the necessary equipment, systems, and tools which are properly maintained.
• Providing information, training, instruction, and supervision to protect the Occupational Health and Safety of Employees
• Ensuring Employees under their direction know and comply with Occupational Health and Safety requirements.
• Ensuring Employees under their direction receive adequate supervision.
• Establishing, supporting, and consulting with Occupational Health and Safety committees and Workplace Occupational Health and Safety representatives on all matters to improve workplace Occupational Health and Safety including regular safety inspections of the workplace
  
  
  

Security Clearance Requirements/ CGP / ITAR:

Position requires II Clearance with the Canadian Government and the ability to gain access to the Canadian Controlled Goods Program

By joining Top Aces, you will find:

• A work environment in which service, integrity, excellence and teamwork are highly valued;
• Opportunities for development and growth;
• Multidisciplinary and multicultural collaboration at a local and global level;
• A flexible schedule;
• Attractive benefit plan.
  
  
  

Come share your passion with us! Here, you’ll be encouraged, empowered, and challenged to be your best self.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At Top Aces, all employees are welcome regardless of race, nationality, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability or age. The masculine form may be used in this job description solely for ease of reading but refers to men, women and gender diversity.