Senior Analyst FP&A

This position requires in-person collaboration up to five days a week. This arrangement is subject to change based on business requirements.

Why WestJet

Since our story took off in 1996, WestJet has strived to enrich the lives of everyone in our world; a career with us is no exception. We’re proud to be one of Canada’s most admired and respected corporate cultures and continuously aim for the highest standards of service and success.

Join us, this is where your career story takes off.

Overview Of Role

Reporting to the Director of FP&A (Financial Planning and Analysis), WestJet is seeking a Senior Analyst- FP&A to support the WestJet Group with foundational processes, including monthly forecasts and annual budgets. In addition, this individual will conduct forward-looking financial and operational analyses to support a variety of projects and strategic initiatives, communicating the findings to Executive stakeholders. Senior Analysts will be expected to mentor peers, perform review, as well as work on more complex analyses and portfolios.

Key deliverables include

• Key member of both the FP&A and functional project teams who provides meaningful financial and operational insight
• Support leadership and FP&A teams in performing detailed financial modeling and analysis for business cases, projects and initiatives with a goal of providing meaningful insights which can support both tactical and strategic decisions
• Deep understanding of how WestJet operates and our strategic goals
• Build and maintain forecast and budgeting models for business partners and respective leadership teams, working closely with them as key liaison to ensure accuracy and timing of costs within those plans
• Track and analyze key performance indicators (including adherence to budget and forecast), highlighting relevant risks and opportunities
• Communicate regularly with business partners to understand and act upon changes in the operating environment or larger economic environment
• Author monthly reporting packages and analyses for business partners which includes expense variance analysis vs. budget and forecast, in addition to ad hoc requests
• Present monthly financial results, forecast and key performance indicators to business partners, including Executive Team, with an aim to provide insight and corresponding follow-ups
• Collaborate with the FP&A and operations team by contributing and publishing the monthly operations business review deck
• Partner with Accounting to understand financial impact of accounting entries and policy choices on operational results
• Be an active member of the Finance team; willing to mentor and coach peers, brainstorm issues, complete ad hoc requests, and be flexible in completing any task

Experience and qualifications

• Completion of a post-secondary degree in Commerce or Business Administration
• A post graduate degree/designation (e.g. CFA, MBA, CPA) would be considered an asset
• 5 to 8 years of experience in progressively complex financial analysis roles
• Ability and desire to provide keen insight to business partners (both in functional and technical capacities) to help drive meaningful business decisions
• Extensive experience with financial analysis and modelling, including sensitivity and scenario analysis
• Experience with and ability to distill large data sets in order to determine relevant information needs
• Strong communicator who demonstrates the ability to focus communication on the needs of the audience
• Attention to detail, organized and thorough, with a desire for continuous improvement
• Ability to analyze business results, identify and clearly summarize key issues
• Excel proficiency and a keen interest in learning technologies such as pivot tables, Access databases, Oracle EPM (Hyperion), OneStream, etc.
• Experience with business intelligence tools and/or proven ability to learn new systems quickly would be considered an asset (SQL, Alteryx, Tableau, Power BI, etc.)
• Works independently, displaying an intellectual curiosity that can create process efficiencies and drive improvements for the team
• Able to handle pressure and meet tight timelines in an environment with a high volume of activity
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality

The Benefits Of Being a WestJetter

WestJet provides all WestJetters with a competitive total rewards package. On top of that, we offer:

• A fun and friendly culture with colleagues who work together to win
• Travel privileges for you and your family, effective from your start date
• Savings and Benefit programs that are flexible to meet your specific needs

Think we’re a great fit? Apply now!

About WestJet Group Of Companies

WestJet took to the skies in 1996 with just over 200 employees and three aircraft operating service to five destinations. Since then, WestJet has pioneered low-cost travel in Canada, cutting airfares in half, and increasing the flying population in Canada by more than 50 per cent. Since the Sunwing Airlines integration in 2025, more than 15,000 WestJetters support nearly 200 aircraft and connect guests to our global network of more than 100 destinations across North America, Central America, the Caribbean, Europe and Asia. The WestJet Group is a major Canadian employer and includes WestJet Airlines, WestJet Encore and Sunwing Vacations Group. We’re Canada’s leading value airline and largest vacation provider, with a united purpose of providing affordable and accessible air and vacation travel to Canadians.

Our safety promise

At WestJet, the safety and security of our people and our guests is a core value and at the heart of what we do. Safety and security are shared responsibilities all team members are expected to use safe work practices to ensure their well-being and the safety of others. WestJet recognizes that the use of Alcohol and Drugs can adversely impact a safe work environment and the well-being of others including guests, suppliers and the public, as well as place WestJet's operations at risk. All roles that are identified as Safey-Sensitive are required to pass a Pre-Employment Alcohol and Drug Test as per WestJet's Alcohol and Drug Policy.

Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

We embrace what makes each of us unique, and what makes us uniquely WestJet. We welcome diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds so if you're passionate about this role, we encourage you to apply – even if you don't meet every qualification listed. WestJet is committed to inclusiveness, equity and accessibility throughout the selection process. If you require accommodation at any stage, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at ***email_hidden***.

We value the time and effort you put into your application. Our recruitment process is highly competitive and while every applicant will receive communication regarding their application status, only those selected to move forward will be contacted with next steps. If this role isn’t the right fit, we encourage you to explore future opportunities with us.

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