Financial Analyst FP&A – Simulation Products / Civil
CAE
Job Summary
Join the finance team of the Civil Products division, responsible for preparing and analyzing financial information. This role is crucial in shaping the company's path forward, working on impactful projects, and turning ideas into reality. You will participate in budgeting, variance analyses, balance sheet reconciliations, and monthly reporting. This position offers growth opportunities, teamwork, and a balanced work-life, acting as a financial partner for a growing business segment and contributing to process optimization.
Must Have
- Participate in the segment’s annual budgeting process
- Prepare monthly variance analyses by comparing actual results to forecasts, budget, and prior year
- Prepare balance sheet reconciliations for various accounts
- Produce monthly reports and analyses to support group results presented to managers
- Perform financial analyses and recommend solutions to identified issues
- Act as a financial partner for a new growing business segment (air traffic controller training) and work closely with operations
- Communicate key accounting information for memo preparation
- Participate in month-end closing activities
- Collaborate in the external audit process
- Interact with various groups (consolidation, tax, treasury, internal audit, corporate group, etc.) to respond to ad hoc information requests
- Contribute to implementing innovative solutions related to various processes
- Participate in pilot projects for process optimization, including through AI integration
Good to Have
- Experience in budgeting and forecasting
- Good knowledge of Oracle, HFM, and/or Hyperion Planning systems
Perks & Benefits
- An environment where your initiatives are recognized and valued
- The opportunity to work on a variety of projects with multidisciplinary and international teams
- Training and opportunities to develop your skills
- The chance to serve as a finance business partner for operations
- An open-space work environment to facilitate collaboration
- Flexible schedules and hybrid work options
- Attractive benefits, including a defined benefit pension plan
Job Description
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.
The Role We Offer
By joining the finance team of the Civil Products division (CP), under the direction of the group leader, you will be responsible for preparing and analyzing financial information. Are you ready to:
- Participate in the segment’s annual budgeting process
- Prepare monthly variance analyses by comparing actual results to forecasts, budget, and prior year
- Prepare balance sheet reconciliations for various accounts
- Produce monthly reports and analyses to support group results presented to managers
- Perform financial analyses and recommend solutions to identified issues
- Act as a financial partner for a new growing business segment (air traffic controller training) and work closely with operations
- Communicate key accounting information for memo preparation
- Participate in month-end closing activities
- Collaborate in the external audit process
- Interact with various groups (consolidation, tax, treasury, internal audit, corporate group, etc.) to respond to ad hoc information requests
- Contribute to implementing innovative solutions related to various processes
- Participate in pilot projects for process optimization, including through AI integration
The Candidate We’re Looking For Has:
- University degree in accounting or finance
- Professional accounting designation (CPA or equivalent)
- Minimum of four years of relevant accounting experience
- Initiative and critical thinking skills
- Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize tasks and work under pressure in a results-oriented environment
- Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills
- Experience in budgeting and forecasting (an asset)
- Good knowledge of Oracle, HFM, and/or Hyperion Planning systems (an asset)
We Offer You:
- An environment where your initiatives are recognized and valued
- The opportunity to work on a variety of projects with multidisciplinary and international teams
- Training and opportunities to develop your skills
- The chance to serve as a finance business partner for operations
- An open-space work environment to facilitate collaboration
- Flexible schedules and hybrid work options
- Attractive benefits, including a defined benefit pension plan
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