About This Role
CAE CAT/Commercial Aviation Training s is an industry-leading digital platform trusted by the world’s top airlines and business aviation companies to optimize their operations. Every year, more than 50 million flights and over 200,000 crew members are supported by CAE's flight operations software backed by a global team and unparalleled expertise.
We offer a comprehensive portfolio of products and a digital ecosystem to address three main markets – Commercial Aviation, Business Aviation and Crew Engagement.
Spanning crew, flight, movement, airport, on-board catering, and cost management, CAE's customizable end-to-end solution improves decision-making by harnessing the power of integrated data and advanced technologies to improve operational performance, profitability, employee satisfaction and passenger experience.
CAE CAT/Commercial Aviation Training equips aviation professionals with the data needed to make informed decisions and take control of critical tasks.
The FP&A Analyst owns and analyzes financial statements while working closely with the business and Finance leadership to ensure accuracy. They contribute to the overall financial story and develop the forecast and budget. The FP&A Analyst owns and distributes regular reporting to the business and Finance. They maintain financial models and ensure the forecast remains aligned with changing business conditions. The FP&A Analyst performs research and analysis to inform business decisions and develop the overall financial story. This role also challenges current business practices to help develop way to improve revenue and cost performance. This role implements best practices, streamlines processes and enables efficient workflow to ensure timely reporting. Are you ready to:
The role we are offering you:
Highly involved in data governance amongst CAE platforms (Essbase, Oracle, HFM)
Mentor and train new FP&A professionals on company and industry knowledge as well as systems and tools
Review monthly, quarterly and annual financial information including execution of the overall financial close process
Own and present executive level reports identifying key insights for decision support
Ensure all stakeholders receive timely, accurate performance updates and proactively steer decisions
Proactively anticipate business partner questions when new or changing business trends are identified
Drive process improvement and proactively identify cost reduction opportunities
Analyze financial data and maintain financial models to accurately project financial results
Retain industry and company knowledge to enhance variance explanations and financial reporting
Oversee and present monthly analysis of KPIs and business trends to measure overall financial performance to the business and Finance
Contribute to business process troubleshooting and enhancement initiatives (HFM, Oracle, Hyperion) where appropriate Collaborate with business partners to ensure forecasts and analysis are relevant and any gaps to financial targets are identified
Challenge business partners on revenue and cost trends when financial drivers indicate areas of opportunity or potential risks
Drive business process troubleshooting and enhancement initiatives (HFM, Oracle, Hyperion) where appropriate
Own ad hoc projects or analysis to enhance financial performance and better understand business drivers
Any other tasks or duties as agreed with FP&A Manager
Our ideal candidate has:
University degree in accounting, finance or related field required
Minimum 5 years of experience in accounting, finance or related field required
Knowledge of accounting principles, public company financial reporting & practices required
Excellent analytical skills, conceptual thinking, communication, and interpersonal skills
Able to thrive in an often fast paced and deadline-oriented business requiring development and refinement of processes and procedures
Expert knowledge of Microsoft Applications required (Excel, Word, Power Point, Access)
Able to work flexible hours (may include weekends and/or public holidays)
Some travel required (up to 10%)
Preferred Experience/Skills:
Accounting knowledge strongly preferred
CPA license preferred
MBA or graduate degree preferred
Knowledge and experience in Oracle preferred
Ideally bilingual (English & Spanish)
Essential knowledge and experience in Hyperion Planning and Hyperion Enterprise preferred
CAPABILITIES & COMPETENCIES:
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
Collaborates effectively with other analysts
Well-established corporate consolidation knowledge
Excellent presentation skills
Experience presenting and overseeing financial statements, reports and models
Develop reporting and effectively present ad hoc and diverse information to leaders
Effectively analyze business financial performance and implement appropriate measures to maximize financial performance
CAE offers:
an environment where your initiatives will be recognized and valued
the opportunity to travel internationally
the opportunity to work on a variety of projects on a multidisciplinary team
the opportunity to represent the organization at external conventions and conferences
the possibility to work from home occasionally
flexible schedules
attractive employee benefits
Come share your passion with us!
About CAE
At CAE, we equip people in critical roles with the expertise and solutions to create a safer world. As a technology company, we digitalize the physical world, deploying software-based simulation training and critical operations support solutions. Above all else, we empower pilots, cabin crew, airlines, defense and security forces and healthcare practitioners to perform at their best every day and when the stakes are the highest. Around the globe, we’re everywhere customers need us to be with more than 13,000 employees in approximately 250 sites and training locations in over 40 countries. CAE represents more than 75 years of industry firsts—the highest-fidelity flight, mission and medical simulators and training programs powered by digital technologies. We embed sustainability in everything we do. Today and tomorrow, we’ll make sure our customers are ready for the moments that matter.
Read our FY22 Annual Activity and Corporate Social Responsibility Report
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CAE Contacts:
General Media:
Samantha Golinski, Vice President, Public Affairs & Global Communications
+1-514-340-7939, ext 7939, samantha.golinski@cae.com
Investor Relations:
Andrew Arnovitz, Senior Vice President, Investor Relations and Enterprise Risk Management, +1-514-734-5760, andrew.arnovitz@cae.com
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Position Type
Regular
CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.
Equal Opportunity Employer
CAE is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. As "One CAE," we take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, Veteran status, age, or other legally protected characteristics.
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. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please get in touch with us at rh-hr@cae.com.
