*Temporary position of 12 months*

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 dont just support; they lead playing a critical role in shaping the companys 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. Youll work on impactful projects and turn ideas into reality while enjoying growth opportunities teamwork and a balanced work-life.

Description
The FP&A Manager partners with Civil Aviation business and finance leaders to understand the financial impact of operational decisions. This individual maintains knowledge of operational KPIs and develops modeling as well as analysis around these core metrics to gauge FP&A manager owns Executive level reporting and dashboards to help business leaders proactively meet CAEs financial targets. They guide the team in performing sensitivity and other ad hoc analysis to quantify strategic initiatives trade off decisions and changes in accounting FP&A Manager works closely with the Accounting Manager to ensure the forecast is adjusted when actual timing and recognition adjusts throughout the fiscal year. They proactively identify potential areas of improvement streamline processes to ensure accuracy and quickly implement action items.

Responsibilities:

• Lead projects from a finance perspective while remaining in tune with Operational and Customer related impacts
• Focus on developing executive level reports and identifying key insights for decision support
• Own financial analysis and facilitate integration of trends into business unit forecasts
• Partner with the business leaders to ensure financial reports include business context
• Enhance processes and modeling techniques to promote efficient workflow and timely deliverables
• Guide monthly analysis of KPIs and business trends to measure overall financial performance
• Present in monthly business reviews and other executive meetings
• Plan and execute the finance portion of cross functional projects
• Maintain industry and company knowledge to effectively anticipate future trends and potential obstacles
• Coordinate operational and financial data management by checking for reasonableness and validating underlying data used in financial modeling and forecasting
• Proactively identify cost reduction and revenue opportunities
• Ensure all stakeholders receive timely accurate updates at least monthly to assess performance and proactively steer decisions
• Drive process improvement and proactively identify cost reduction opportunities
• Contribute to business process troubleshooting and enhancement initiatives (HFM Oracle Hyperion) where appropriate
• Any other tasks or duties as agreed with Finance Director

Minimum Qualifications

• University degree in accounting or finance. CPA designation
• Minimum 10 years of experience in accounting finance or related field
• Minimum 3 years leading an accounting or finance team
• In depth knowledge of accounting principles public company financial reporting & practices
• Expert in creating and overseeing financial statements reports and models
• Proven management accounting skills and experience
• Proactive leadership approach and service oriented
• Well-established corporate consolidation knowledge
• Excellent analytical conceptual thinking communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of VAT and income taxes
• Expert knowledge of Microsoft Applications required (Excel Word Power Point Access)

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual (French-English)
• Knowledge and experience in Oracle
• Essential knowledge and experience in Hyperion Planning and Hyperion Enterprise
• MBA or graduate degree
• Able to thrive in an often fast paced and deadline-oriented global business requiring development and refinement of processes and procedures
• Effectively manage stress and work well under pressure
• Meet deadlines within prescribed timeframes
• Ability to learn financial requirements of existing/new/different countries
• Able to thrive in a team environment and contribute to team objectives
• Knowledge and skill to break down complex concepts into easy to understand action items
• Excellent presentation skills
• Able to work flexible hours (may include weekends and/or public holidays)
• Some travel required (up to 10%)

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About CAE

At CAE our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years weve driven innovation in simulation training and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies we empower our customers to operate smarter faster and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged collaboration drives progress and your growth fuels our shared success.

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