Accountant

✈️ Join Diamond Aircraft Industries Inc. – Shaping the Future of Aviation

🌟 About Us

Diamond Aircraft Industries is a globally recognized leader in general aviation, known for cutting-edge design, innovation, and a strong commitment to safety and sustainability. With state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Canada, Austria, and China, we offer a full line of aircraft—from training to cross-country touring platforms—including the DA20, DA40, DA42, and DA62.Our dedication to the future of aviation is demonstrated through pioneering efforts in electric flight. We are actively developing the eDA40, the first all-electric training aircraft built on a certified platform, designed with DC fast-charging capabilities to reduce downtime and emissions—aligning with our mission to create more sustainable skies.

In 2024, Diamond Aircraft further expanded its vision by integrating Volocopter, a global leader in electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. This strategic acquisition positions us at the forefront of urban air mobility, blending traditional fixed-wing aircraft expertise with next-generation flight technologies.

At Diamond, we're not just building aircraft—we're shaping the future of flight.

Location: London, ON (On-Site)

Position Summary:

Diamond Aircraft Industries Inc. is seeking an experienced Accountant to join its Finance team in London, Ontario. This role is responsible for supporting the company's financial reporting, month-end and year-end close processes, financial statement preparation, audit activities, and accounting operations.

The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring the accuracy, completeness and timeliness of the company's financial information and will work closely with Finance, Operations and other departments to support business and financial decision-making.

This is a hands-on role suited to an accounting professional who is comfortable working in a complex manufacturing environment and who can take ownership of financial reporting and accounting matters with a high degree of independence.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting & Month-End Close

• • Prepare and review monthly and annual financial statements, including Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow Statement.

  • Coordinate month-end and year-end closing activities, ensuring transactions are accurately recorded and reconciled on a timely basis.

  • Prepare and review account reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, prepayments and other accounting adjustments.

  • Analyze financial results and investigate significant variances against budget, prior periods and expectations.

  • Prepare management reporting and financial analysis to support business decision-making.

  • Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, company policies and Group reporting requirements.

Audit & Compliance.

• • Work with external auditors to facilitate the timely completion of audit procedures.

  • Support internal control activities and identify opportunities to strengthen accounting processes and controls.

  • Assist with tax, statutory and regulatory reporting requirements as required.

General Accounting

• • Oversee and review general ledger activities and ensure the accuracy and completeness of accounting records.

  • Perform detailed analysis of balance sheet accounts and ensure timely resolution of reconciling items.

  • Review accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, inventory and other key accounting areas.

  • Monitor intercompany transactions and reconciliations with related Group entities.

  • Assist with foreign currency accounting and other complex accounting transactions as required.

Manufacturing & Cost Accounting

• • Support accounting and financial reporting related to manufacturing operations, inventory and production costs.

  • Analyze inventory balances, movements, provisions and valuation.

  • Assist with standard costing, manufacturing variances and cost analysis.

  • Work closely with Operations and Supply Chain to understand and explain production and inventory variances.

Cash Flow & Working Capital

• • Prepare and analyze monthly cash flow reporting.

  • Monitor working capital, including accounts receivable, accounts payable and inventory.

  • Identify significant cash flow movements and provide explanations to management.

Business Partnership & Process Improvement

• • Partner with Finance and operational teams to improve financial processes, reporting and controls.

  • Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, automation and accuracy within accounting processes.

  • Provide support and backup to other members of the Finance team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.

• CPA designation or CPA in progress is strongly preferred.

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing, aerospace, automotive or other complex industrial environment.

• Strong experience preparing and analyzing P&L, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow Statements.

• Solid understanding of financial reporting and accounting principles.

• Experience with external audits and working directly with auditors.

• Experience with inventory and cost accounting is highly desirable.

• Experience with ERP systems (Business Central preferred) and strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

• Experience with intercompany accounting and Group reporting is an asset.

• Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple deadlines and take ownership of assigned responsibilities.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with both Finance and non-Finance teams.

💎 Diamond Perks

• Competitive benefits including extended health care, dental, vision, and mental health support
• Vacation allowance that includes paid vacation plus 5 paid sick days per year
• RRSP match program to support your financial future
• Tuition reimbursement to help you grow professionally
• Opportunities to participate in exciting company events and team-building activities throughout the year
• A diverse and inclusive work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration
• The chance to work alongside passionate aviation professionals on industry-leading aircraft and technologies
• Opportunities for career development
• …and much more!

*This posting is for a currently vacant position.

*Artificial Intelligence is not used in screening, assessment or selection of this role.

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in Ontario, Canada. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

We thank all applicants for their interest in Diamond Aircraft Industries, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are committed to a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace. All qualified applications will be considered for employment regardless of age, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or disability. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application or interview process due to a disability, please inform the recruiter, who will work with you to determine appropriate and reasonable arrangements.

join the diamond family!

Diamond Aircraft Industries Inc.,1560 Crumlin Sideroad, London, Ontario, Canada | N5V 1S2

www.diamondaircraft.com