Senior Associate, Corporate Development

Top Aces is a privately owned, Montreal-based global leader in aerospace and defence founded in 2000 by three former Royal Canadian Air Force CF-18 fighter pilots. We provide advanced adversary (Red Air), air-defense and Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) training services to allied forces around the globe, including Canada, Germany and the USA.

Top Aces is changing the face of air combat training with our innovative technology, highly experienced team and an unparalleled safety record of more than 160 000 operational training hours flown in support of our customers worldwide. Our 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!

Job Summary:

This role involves supporting strategic growth initiatives and managing pricing strategies for bids and proposals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial analysis, strategic planning, and project management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop detailed pricing models and cost estimates for large, complex bids using advanced financial modeling techniques.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including pilots, technicians, and fleet management, to gather insights and assumptions for optimal pricing.
• Conduct financial analysis of strategic investment business cases and provide recommendations to senior management.
• Assist in the long-term planning cycles including financial forecasting using Oracle tools
• Analyze market trends, competitor pricing, and customer requirements to inform pricing strategies.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for senior management and stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in corporate development, investment banking, management consulting or related field
• Strong financial modeling and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other relevant software.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines, in a dynamic and fast paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team (strong collaborative mindset).
• Eager to learn new concepts, new ways of working and open to change
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficient in Oracle Hyperion, Power BI considered an asset
• Financial Modelling Courses from CFI, FMI, Wall Stress Prep, or equivalent is an asset

Career Growth Opportunities:

• Opportunity to advance to senior leadership roles within the Corporate Development or Finance departments.
• Potential to lead larger, more complex projects and initiatives.
• Access to professional development programs and training.
• Exposure to high-level strategic decision-making processes.
• Opportunities to mentor and train junior team members.

Security Clearance Requirements/ CGP / ITAR:

Position requires Controlled Goods Clearance and Level 2 Secret Clearance.

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, colour, 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.

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