Every WestJet journey has the potential to enrich lives; a career with us is no exception.
WestJet arrived on the Canadian airline scene in 1996 and changed the industry for the better. We made air travel more affordable for Canadians and now were going global.
Join us, this is where your career story takes off.
Reporting to the Senior Manager of Corporate Planning, this role will deliver high-value, actionable financial performance insights to the Executive Leadership Team (ELT). The Corporate Planning team is responsible for leading budget and forecast cycles, advising on the financial impacts of key strategic initiatives, and developing the framework for internal financial reporting and valuation. The key deliverables of the team include a monthly business review, annual budget, long-range financial plan and ad-hoc support on prospective acquisitions, divestitures, and/or strategic partnerships.
Responsibilities:
Analyze WestJet’s financial results and develop meaningful insights that lead into actions to enhance the company’s financial performance
Prepare and maintain complex financial models used for long-range financial analysis and enterprise valuation
Continuously improve WestJet’s financial models to increase flexibility and deliver robust sensitivity/scenario analysis
Develop robust, sustainable models to understand the financial impact of key strategic initiatives on WestJet’s long range financial plan
Understand the relationship between financial statement accounts to investigate balances and discrepancies, prepare explanations for variances using insights derived from data
Generate and distribute monthly financial reporting to the ELT and Board of Directors
Benchmark WestJet’s financial performance with key competitors
Coordinate the timely completion of the monthly forecast and the annual budget
Partner with key stakeholders to improve process efficiency and accuracy
Manage monthly traffic reporting (flight movements and passenger data)
Assist with other corporate planning portfolios including capital, lease provision, and group synergies
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
Qualifications:
5 to 8 years of relevant work experience in a financial analysis, corporate planning, corporate development, investment banking, equity research role; previous airline experience is an asset
Completion of post-secondary education
Finance Designation (CFA), MBA, Accounting Designation (CPA), or CBV
Expert proficiency with MS Excel and MS PowerPoint
Extensive experience with financial analysis and modelling, including sensitivity and scenario analysis
Possess critical thinking skills to understand and apply drivers and assumptions for complex analysis
Ability to handle pressure and meet tight timelines in a high-paced environment
Naturally curious, detail-oriented individual that takes great pride in delivering high-quality results
Proven ability to conduct detailed financial analysis, synthesizing insights into clear and concise presentation materials
Onestream or Oracle/Hyperion experience would be an asset
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 are a 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. Following integration with Sunwing in 2025, more than 14,000 WestJetters support nearly 200 aircraft and connect guests to more than 100 destinations across North America, Central America, the Caribbean, Europe and Asia.
As a major Canadian employer that includes WestJet Airlines, Sunwing Vacations Group and WestJet Cargo, the WestJet Group is Canada’s leading low-cost 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. As safety and security is a shared responsibility, it is expected that you will use safe work practices to ensure your 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 WestJets operations at risk. All roles that are identified as safety sensitive are required to pass a Pre-Employment Alcohol and Drug Test as per WestJets Alcohol and Drug Policy.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We embrace what makes us each unique, and what makes us uniquely WestJet. WestJet is committed to inclusiveness, equity, and accessibility and if you require accommodation during the selection process, please let our Talent Acquisition team know at talentwestjet.com. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.
At WestJet, we welcome unique skills, experiences, and backgrounds - if you’re passionate and excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every single qualification in the posting. We are committed to inclusivity, equity, and accessibility in the selection process. If you require an accommodation during the recruiting process, please let our Talent Acquisition team know.
We thank all applicants for their interest in WestJet; however, only those candidates who are selected will be contacted.
For more information about everything WestJet, please visit WestJet.com.
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