Junior Accountant

Porter Airlines set a new standard with a flying refined brand promise bringing dignity and ease to travel, with an elevated, high-value experience.  Recently, Porter announced an expansion of its network across North America acquiring up to 80 new Embraer E195 – E2.  This growth plan will make Porter a national airline and create incredible opportunities for team members to expand skill sets, work on new projects, and experience our vast network of destinations.

FUNCTION: Reporting to Manager, Accounting & Financial Reporting.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Record bank transactions in Microsoft GP daily to ensure balances tie with our financial systems

• Reconcile bank statements to MS Dynamics on a monthly basis

• Reconcile station cash balances on a quarterly basis

• Process fuel invoices for payment on a daily basis, including filing multiple state/province excise Tax

• Prepare monthly HST returns for several entities and complete associated monthly reconciliations

• Reconcile debit card machine transactions for multiple stations monthly

• Prepare bank deposits as required

• Coordinate the travel agency commissions payable process – compile commission payments and prepare monthly payment runs and associated reconciliations

• Prepare standard and accrual journal entries, account reconciliations and analysis, as required

• Actively participate in Porter’s Safety Management System (SMS) including reporting hazards and incidents encountered in daily operations; understand, comply and promote the Company Safety Policy.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Concern for Safety: Identifying hazardous or potentially hazardous situations and taking appropriate action to maintain a safe environment for self and others.

• Teamwork: Working collaboratively with others to achieve organizational goals.

• Passenger/Customer Service: Providing service excellence to internal and/or external customers (passengers).

• Initiative: Dealing with situations and issues proactively and persistently, seizing opportunities that arise.

• Results Focus: Focusing efforts on achieving high-quality results consistent with the organization’s standards.

• Fostering Communication: Listening and communicating openly, honestly, and respectfully with different audiences, promoting dialogue and building consensus.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors in Commerce (Finance or Accounting Specialization)

• Excellent analytical skills, ability to review processes and recommend improvements to increase efficiency

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, with a high proficiency in Microsoft Excel

• Experience with MS Dynamics (Great Plains) an asset

• Strong communications skills; ability to communicate clearly and precisely in English

• Detail and results oriented and strong organizational skills

• Strong self-starter who seeks continuous process improvement and likes to drive change

• Ability to work with strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Flexible and willing to do any and all tasks within the finance group, as requested and required

• Travel / aviation industry experience an asset

• Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination

LOCATION: Toronto (Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport - YTZ)