Financial Analyst

FTAI Aviation LLC • Montreal, QC

9d • Onsite

About The Position

FTAI Aviation Ltd. (NASDAQ: FTAI) owns and maintains commercial jet engines, specializing in CFM56 and V2500 engines. The company's proprietary products, including the Module Factory and a joint venture for engine PMA manufacturing, offer cost savings and flexibility to its airline, lessor, and maintenance, repair, and operations customers. FTAI also owns and leases jet aircraft to facilitate engine acquisition at attractive prices, investing in aviation assets and aerospace products for strong cash flows, earnings growth, and asset appreciation. FTAI operates globally with offices in New York, Miami, Montréal, Singapore, Dubai, United Kingdom, and Ireland. The Financial Analyst will drive engine cost and performance insights by building analytical models, lead profitability analysis across engines, customers, and programs, and build advanced financial models to support pricing decisions, forecasting, investment analysis, and operational optimization. This role involves using AI-powered analytics, presenting financial results to leadership, partnering with department leaders during the annual budgeting process, analyzing overhead and G&A rates, leading key components of the monthly close, supporting the annual audit, and contributing to various accounting and finance initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited University in Accounting / Finance
• 3-5 years of professional experience
• A high level of ambition, ownership, and drive, with a desire to contribute to a rapidly growing, innovation focused organization.
• Exceptional analytical skills, with the ability to gather, structure, interpret, and translate data into actionable insights.
• Strong knowledge of business fundamentals and financial acumen
• Prioritization and organization skills
• Must have very good problem-solving ability
• Effective communicator
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly excel
• Bilingual (English & French)

Nice To Haves

• Master of Business Administration (MBA) / Certified Public Accountant (CPA) would be an asset
• Background in aviation is preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Drive engine cost and performance insights by building analytical models that translate operational data into clear, actionable financial intelligence.
• Lead profitability analysis across engines, customers, and programs—delivering insights that directly shape commercial strategy and executive decision‑making.
• Build advanced financial models to support pricing decisions, forecasting, investment analysis, and operational optimization.
• Use AI‑powered analytics—including tools developed through FTAI’s partnership with Palantir—to combine large, complex datasets, uncover trends, and generate predictive insights that improve engine availability and financial performance.
• Present financial results and analysis to leadership, playing a visible role in monthly and quarterly business reviews.
• Partner with department leaders during the annual budgeting process to align forecasts, cost structures, and business objectives.
• Analyze overhead and G&A rates, supporting cost transparency and margin improvement initiatives.
• Lead key components of the monthly close, including journal entries, reconciliations, and performance analysis—ensuring accuracy and financial integrity.
• Support the annual audit, collaborating with internal and external partners to ensure a smooth, efficient process.
• Contribute to a wide range of accounting and finance initiatives, including process improvements, automation, and scalability projects.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Time to recharge with vacation, personal days, holidays, and parental leaves
• Comprehensive Family Medical, Dental and Vision coverage available on your first day of employment
• Virtual Health Care (24/7 access to medical professionals)
• A Wellness Spending Account to aid in your wellness journey
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) which includes free face to face counselling sessions
• Medical Travel Insurance
• Onsite fitness facilities at our main office locations
• A Registered Retirement Savings Plan that includes matching company contributions on your first day of employment, that also includes access to Financial Advisors providing investment advice and comprehensive financial planning.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees