About This Role
Behind every success is a team of dedicated experts driving us forward. From HR professionals who shape our culture, to IT innovators driving technological advancements, Finance leaders ensuring our growth, Communicators shining a light on our story, and Legal experts safeguarding our future —every role is essential. Our enterprise functions don’t just support; they lead, playing a critical role in shaping the company’s path forward and ensuring both clients and employees are ready for the moments that matter. Be part of a team where your work makes a difference. You’ll work on impactful projects and turn ideas into reality while enjoying growth opportunities, teamwork, and a balanced work-life.
In this role, the Financial Analyst III will have direct responsibility over preparation and analysis of all regional and segment-related reports and be the responsible person for all corporate and other consolidation entries. The incumbent will also conduct and document complex financial analysis projects.
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Coordinate all internal and external audit activities.
Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial information for all business units within scope.
Prepare analysis of performance for each business segment and perform variance analysis on a periodic basis, including but not limited to month-end, forecasts, and budgets.
Perform monthly analysis of business unit performance and trends, and prepare various financial reports thereon (including benchmarking of operational metrics).
Perform financial analysis of strategic initiatives and business cases.
Manage all relocations to ensure coordination and completion of relevant paperwork by working with legal, finance and operations teams and ensuring local compliance.
Assist on projects including, but not limited to, standardization of reporting, governance regarding balance sheet reviews, consolidation of bank accounts, treasury-related transactions like cash-pooling and streamlining of compliance requirements.
Coordinate internal and external audit activities with local and specialized finance staff to ensure planning and execution is as per stipulated deadlines.
Maintain register of all fixed assets including all relevant financial information.
Assist the Finance team on a periodic basis with specific business unit tasks including month-end close, forecasting, etc.
Participate in business process troubleshooting and enhancement initiatives (e.g. Gemini, Oracle, Hyperion) where appropriate.
Qualifications
University degree in accounting or finance.
Professional accounting designation (CA, CPA).
Minimum 5 to 8 years of senior financial analysis and reporting experience.
In depth knowledge of accounting principles, public company financial reporting & practices experience.
Proven management accounting skills and experience.
Well-established experience in corporate consolidation.
Proven experience in treasury related activities.
Proven experience in preparing complex business models.
Knowledge of different costing principles (contribution, gross margin, allocation methods advantages/disadvantages, asset/labour utilization, variance analysis and methods).
Excellent analytical, conceptual thinking, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Able to thrive in an often fast paced and deadline oriented business that requires development and refinement of processes & procedures.
Essential knowledge and experience in Hyperion Planning and Hyperion Enterprise.
Good knowledge of Microsoft Applications (Excel, Word, Power Point, Access, Visio).
Knowledge and experience in Oracle.
Ability to manage stress and work well under pressure, e.g. meeting deadlines whilst delivering a high standard of work.
Ability to learn about the financial requirements of new/different countries.
Able to work within a team environment and contribute towards team objectives and meeting all required deadlines.
Able to assimilate ad-hoc and diverse information, create/provide financial models and/or analysis and present it to management successfully.
Proven ability to analyse business financial performance; identify the strength, weaknesses, opportunities and threats; and implement appropriate measures that maximize financial performance.
Able to work flexible hours (which may include week-ends and/or public holidays).
Fluency in English and French
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Position Type
RegularCAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.
CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender indentity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by local laws.
If you don't see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed in the job posting, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at CAECarrieres-Careers@cae.com