Accounts Payable Analyst
Location: Montreal, Quebec
ABOUT FTAI AVIATION LTD. (NASDAQ: FTAI)
FTAI owns and maintains commercial jet engines with a focus on CFM56 and V2500 engines. FTAI’s propriety portfolio of products, including the Module Factory and a joint venture to manufacture engine PMA, enables it to provide cost savings and flexibility to our airline, lessor, and maintenance, repair, and operations customer base. Additionally, FTAI owns and leases jet aircraft which often facilitates the acquisition of engines at attractive prices. FTAI invests in aviation assets and aerospace products that generate strong and stable cash flows with the potential for earnings growth and asset appreciation.
FTAI operates globally and has offices in New York, Miami, Montréal, Singapore. Dubai, United Kingdom and Ireland.
JOB OVERVIEW
The Accounts Payable Analyst position is based in Montreal, QC and will be part of the FTAI Aviation Canada accounting team.
This hands-on role will focus on core accounts payable activities for the Canadian entity, including invoice processing, three-way match review, vendor account maintenance, payment support, and timely resolution of discrepancies. The Accounts Payable Analyst will help ensure transactions are processed accurately, completely, and in accordance with company policies and internal controls.
This role will play an important part in supporting efficient procure-to-pay processes, managing vendor communications, assisting with cash disbursement planning, and contributing to month-end close activities such as reconciliations and reporting support. The Accounts Payable Analyst will partner closely with procurement, operations, and finance teams in Canada and across the broader organization to improve process efficiency, strengthen controls, and support the Company’s continued growth.
Responsibilities:
- Perform daily three-way match review of invoices, purchase orders, and receiving documentation to ensure accuracy and proper approval before processing.
- Review, code, and enter vendor invoices into the ERP system in accordance with company policies and approval requirements.
- Follow up with internal departments to resolve invoice discrepancies, missing approvals, and receiving issues in a timely manner.
- Monitor the centralized accounts payable inbox and process invoices in a timely and accurate manner.
- Prepare ad hoc vendor account reconciliations and respond to vendor inquiries regarding invoice status, payment timing, and account discrepancies.
- Support weekly payment planning by tracking approved invoices coming due and providing visibility into expected accounts payable outflows.
- Prepare and process vendor payments in accordance with approved payment schedules and internal controls.
- Maintain vendor banking information and coordinate with internal teams and banking partners to resolve payment issues.
- Identify and support process improvement opportunities within the accounts payable function to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and control compliance.
- Support month-end and quarter-end close activities, including AP-related reconciliations, accrual support, and resolution of open items.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, approval requirements, and internal controls related to accounts payable processing and disbursements.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting / finance
- 4–6 years of professional experience, with at least 2 years in accounts payable or a related transactional accounting role
- Experience in aerospace, manufacturing, or other inventory-based environments preferred
- Experience working with ERP systems; Quantum ERP experience preferred
- Strong Excel skills, including sorting, lookups, and reconciliation support
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving and communication skills; able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
What we offer you:
- 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
Equal Opportunity Statement:
FTAI Aviation is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace. We are committed to excellence in serving all customers, including people with disabilities, and we encourage feedback on the provision of these services.
Language Requirements in Quebec:
Intermediate level knowledge of English is necessary to communicate with other company locations, partners and clients located outside Quebec, and to read, interpret, and produce documentation, correspondence, and reports in English as needed.
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