Director, Financial Planning & Analysis and Capital Investment - International Division

Founded in 2000 by three former Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) CF-18 fighter pilots who identified an opportunity to improve military readiness training, Top Aces has since established itself as the world leader in contracted adversary air (ADAIR) services and joint terminal attack controller (JTAC) training.

We pride ourselves on our unblemished safety record, having flown an industry leading 130,000+ hours of operational training without accident in support of customers worldwide, including Canada, the U.S., Germany, and multiple other NATO allies and international partner nations.

Our vision is to be the most trusted provider of innovative defense training solutions, continuously elevating standards in an industry where "Experience Matters." This commitment to innovation and technology ensures we remain adaptable, training allied militaries to succeed against evolving threats.

Top Aces’ dynamic team contributes to delivering on our purpose of training the next generation of combat leaders by living our values of Service, Integrity, Excellence, and Together every day!

Join our team!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Director FP&A and Capital Investment is a key member of the company’s finance team and is responsible for supporting all financial planning and analysis activities across the International Division of Top Aces Inc. The director will be responsible for the division’s annual budget process, financial forecasting, financial strategic planning and business performance analysis activities. Additionally, the director will be responsible for supporting the effort to enhance the company’s continuous improvement initiatives aimed at improving profitability and efficiency. The director will provide project financial support, return on investment (ROI) analysis along with KPI development, measurement and analysis. The successful candidate will have demonstrable leadership competencies, strong attention to detail, and will work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment. The candidate will demonstrate a successful track record of working collaboratively in a dynamic environment and a matrix organizational structure.

• Own the division’s annual budgeting and financial planning process (quarterly forecasts and strategic plan 5-year forecast) and review all associated financial plans and budgets.
• Develop, lead, and manage core FP&A activities.
  • Lead the development of P&L, balance sheet and cash flow forecasts and partner with internal stakeholders to optimize working capital (prepayments, inventory) and cash flow generation.
  • Lead the development of scenario analysis, sensitivity analysis and risks & opportunities.
• Oversee capex financial management and capex forecasting improvement initiatives.
• Lead inventory financial management and work with key stakeholders to optimize the level of inventory.
• Oversee the preparation of the International Division monthly management accounts, FP&A reports and dashboards, including presentations to SLT and the company’s Board of Directors.
• Support the division’s Senior Leadership Team (SLT) to evaluate and review new business and investment opportunities, including new business pricing, client Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), Return on Investment (ROI), payback period and return on capital (RONA) analyses.
• Support the executive team decision-making by providing insightful data and analysis with the objective of improving Top Aces’ profitability and efficiency.
• Build and develop the skill sets of finance professionals under her/his direction.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required with concentration in finance and/or accounting or comparable business field preferred.
• CPA and/or MBA preferred
• 10-15 years of experience in relevant accounting, or financial leadership roles.
• Significant expertise with data analysis and reporting.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments on a timely basis with a high degree of accuracy.
• High level of motivation and aptitude for problem solving, with a strong attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills as well as strategic thinking to effectively interface with external stakeholders and the division’s Senior Leadership Team.
• Ability to translate financial data into strategic insights.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines, possessing a high sense of urgency.
• Ability to perform all work in support of our Corporate Values of Excellence, Service, Integrity … Together.

Working Conditions:

• May be required to travel from time to time
• May be required to work overtime or longer hours when Top Aces Requires

Supervisory, Training and Advisory Responsibilities:

• May be required to provide regular guidance, advice and training, as requested by the supervisor, to other employees supporting the function.

Occupational Health and Safety:

Employees are responsible for:

• Working in compliance with Occupational Health and Safety acts and regulations
• Following safe work practices and procedures and using safeguards and personal protective equipment
• Reporting hazards (such as unsafe situations and activities) to their supervisor immediately.

Security Clearance Requirements/ CGP / ITAR:

Position requires Level II clearance with the Canadian Government and the ability to gain access to the Canadian Controlled Goods Program

By joining Top Aces, you will find:

• A work environment in which service, integrity, excellence and teamwork are highly valued;
• Opportunities for development and growth;
• Multidisciplinary and multicultural collaboration at a local and global level;
• A flexible schedule;
• Attractive benefit plan.

Come share your passion with us! Here, you’ll be encouraged, empowered, and challenged to be your best self.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At Top Aces, all employees are welcome regardless of race, nationality, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability or age. The masculine form may be used in this job description solely for ease of reading but refers to men, women and gender diversity.