Nicholas Lockhart

I am an experienced financial professional with over ten years of experience working in corporate finance and management consulting. I pride myself on my attention to detail and technical skills in variance analysis, cost controlling and Excel modeling. I have successfully driven real financial improvements in my roles, including recently saving $0.3M in 2026 after reviewing an underperforming product line, and I was a key team member in restructuring a small airline's fleet and network plan in a previous role.

My expertise in forecast modeling, and my financial acumen help drive meaningful results that meet the unique needs of each project or client.

Senior Financial Analyst at CHC Helicopter (2024-05 – Present)

• Update corporate financial models including 1-year budget, and 3- and 5-year financial planning
• Development and contributes to the analysis of data to formulate a business case for a line of business, an acquisition, investment or divestiture
• Conduct variance analysis on monthly, quarterly and year-end financial results to track company performance to budget for senior leadership
• Review monthly accounting close numbers, working with accounting team to allocate costs and revenue
• Leading the weekly cash flow forecast in order to more accurately predict timing of cash flows and prioritize payments

Finance Analyst at CHC Helicopter (2018-11 – 2024-05)

• Developed and maintained detailed budget and forecast models to evaluate company performance and conduct variance analysis
• Analyzed business line performance and conducted margin analysis for operations management and optimization
• Partnered with functional teams, including the Executive & SLT, Sales & Business Development, operations leads, and treasury group, providing financial data to enhance decision making

Consultant at InterVISTAS Consulting (2016-06 – 2018-10)

• Gathered operational performance and financial data, evaluated key metrics, and liaised with the client's executive team to create a 5-yr. financial & 10-yr. network & fleet restructuring plan for Cabo Verde Airlines
• Analyzed large quantities of complex data to develop actionable insights on potential and existing markets for airport clients, including Kelowna and Wellington New Zealand International Airports
• Developed a complete route, fleet, and network strategy while on-site in Aruba for national carrier Aruba Airlines for a 10-yr. time horizon
• Collaborated with internal Tourism and Economics teams to advise clients of potential performance improvements and aid in strategic planning

Senior Analyst at InterVISTAS Consulting (2014-09 – 2016-06)

• Advised aviation clients using strategic market insights, economic research and financial modeling
• Analyzed opportunities for new routes, pricing, brand awareness, and strategic planning for airlines
• Built detailed pro-forma financial models to facilitate route planning and KPI benchmarking
• Researched macroeconomic trends to build strong business cases for airports such as Quebec City

Investment Banking Analyst at Collins Barrow (2013-05 – 2014-02)

• Evaluated mid-market businesses on key performance metrics to develop strategic initiatives and evaluate opportunities for future growth and transaction potential
• Developed a detailed financial model to facilitate a $45 million raising of equity and debt capital
• Researched and analyzed public company comparables, financial markets, and recent transactions

Bachelor of Commerce in Finance – University of British Columbia, Sauder School of Business (2007-09 – 2011-04)

M.SC in Finance – Stockholm School of Economics (2011-08 – 2012-01)