Financial Analyst

FTAI Aviation LLC • Montreal, QC

20h • Hybrid

About The Position

FTAI Aviation Ltd. (NASDAQ: FTAI) owns and maintains commercial jet engines, focusing on CFM56 and V2500 engines. Through its proprietary portfolio of products, including the Module Factory and a joint venture for engine PMA manufacturing, FTAI offers cost savings and flexibility to its customers in the airline, lessor, and maintenance, repair, and operations sectors. The company also owns and leases jet aircraft, which often facilitates the acquisition of engines at attractive prices. FTAI strategically invests in aviation assets and aerospace products designed to generate strong, stable cash flows with potential for earnings growth and asset appreciation. FTAI operates globally with offices in New York, Miami, Montréal, Singapore, Dubai, the United Kingdom, and Ireland.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, with 3–7 years of relevant professional experience.
• Strong financial acumen, analytical capabilities, and business judgment, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
• Demonstrated ownership, initiative, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present financial information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Bilingualism (English and French) is required.

Nice To Haves

• MBA, CPA, or other relevant professional certifications are considered an asset.
• Experience with ERP systems, financial reporting tools, or data analytics platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Power BI, Tableau, SQL, or Python) is considered an asset.
• Aviation industry experience 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 cost structures, overhead, and G&A spending to support cost transparency, profitability, and margin improvement initiatives.
• Support key components of the monthly close, including financial analysis, journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting activities, 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
• 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