Finance Lead, Operations Support-EN
- Montreal, QC, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
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- Experience
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in financial analysis, preferably in a manufacturing / operational environment.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
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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.
Description
In this role you’ll serve as the lead finance business partner for Global Technology & Products (GTP) and Allocation Functions, providing financial leadership, governance, and strategic support across multiple global functions. Responsible for financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, cost management, and the successful execution of enterprise-wide initiatives while acting as a trusted advisor to Finance leadership and operational stakeholders.
Financial Leadership & Team management
At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve 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.
Position Type
Regular
Equal Opportunity & Accommodations
CAE is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, nationality, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by law. We encourage applicants who may not meet every qualification to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available - contact your recruiter or email CAECarrieres-Careers@cae.com if needed.
Data Privacy
Privacy Statement | CAE
As part of our process, we may use AI‑supported tools to help review applications, with human decision‑making at every step. CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.
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.
Description
In this role you’ll serve as the lead finance business partner for Global Technology & Products (GTP) and Allocation Functions, providing financial leadership, governance, and strategic support across multiple global functions. Responsible for financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, cost management, and the successful execution of enterprise-wide initiatives while acting as a trusted advisor to Finance leadership and operational stakeholders.
Financial Leadership & Team management
- Lead and support two financial analysts responsible for GTP and allocation functions.
- Provide financial oversight of monthly actuals, forecasts, budgets, risks & opportunities, and financial reporting.
- Review and challenge assumptions to ensure forecast accuracy and financial discipline.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability and business partnership.
- Serve as the right hand to the Manager, Finance Operations, supporting strategic priorities and organizational objectives.
- Ensure the delivery of timely, accurate, and insightful financial analyses to support decision-making.
- Serve as the primary finance lead for GTP, including Engineering, Digital Engineering, Information Technology (IT), and Cybersecurity.
- Partner with Directors, VPs, and functional leaders to support strategic decision-making, workforce planning, and cost optimization initiatives.
- Lead financial reviews and provide actionable insights to driven efficiency and business results.
- Prepare and deliver executive-level presentations and recommendations to Finance and operational leadership.
- Lead the financial management and governance of enterprise allocation functions.
- Oversee allocation methodologies, governance processes, and cost recovery models.
- Ensure cost transparency, accountability, and alignment between support functions and business stakeholders.
- Drive continuous improvement in overhead allocation practices and cost containment initiatives.
- Lead and coordinate the finance treatment and governance of growing cloud expenditures.
- Partner with Technology and Finance leaders to monitor spending trends, assess financial impacts, and support long-term investment decisions.
- Develop financial analyses and recommendations related to cloud consumption, cost optimization, and funding strategies.
- Lead and support high-visibility global Finance and Technology initiatives, including confidential mandates and executive-level requests.
- Serve as a key finance partner on strategic projects sponsored by Technology leadership, Finance leadership, and Executive Vice Presidents.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in financial analysis, preferably in a manufacturing / operational environment.
- Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office Excel.
- Bilingual (French-English).
- CPA or CFA designation or in progress.
- Experience with Oracle and/or Powerbi.
- Experience as a people manager.
- Strong communication, relationship-building & interpersonal skills to work daily at all hierarchical levels.
- Ability to work Independently, manage multiple priorities, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
- Proven problem-solving skills with the ability to proactively identify issues, develop recommendations, and lead solutions to implementation.
- Customer oriented.
- Group Insurance
- Telemedicine Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Group RRSP
- CAE Pension Plan/Defined Benefit Plan
- Sabbatical Leave
- Flex Time
- Enhanced Parental Leave
At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve 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.
Position Type
Regular
Equal Opportunity & Accommodations
CAE is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, nationality, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by law. We encourage applicants who may not meet every qualification to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available - contact your recruiter or email CAECarrieres-Careers@cae.com if needed.
Data Privacy
Privacy Statement | CAE
As part of our process, we may use AI‑supported tools to help review applications, with human decision‑making at every step. CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Lead financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, reporting, and cost governance for Global Technology & Products and enterprise allocation functions, while managing two financial analysts. Partner with senior technology and finance leaders on strategic initiatives, cloud spending, cost optimization, and executive-level financial recommendations.
Requirements
Requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, at least eight years of financial analysis experience, strong Microsoft Excel knowledge, and bilingual French-English ability. Preferred qualifications include a CPA or CFA designation or progress toward one, Oracle or Power BI experience, people-management experience, and strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Skills
- Financial Planning
- Forecasting
- Budgeting
- Cost Management
- Financial Analysis
- Financial Reporting
- Financial Governance
- Cost Optimization
- Workforce Planning
- Cloud Cost Governance
- Executive Presentations
- Team Management
- Microsoft Excel
- Oracle
- Power BI
- Problem-Solving
Benefits
- Group Insurance
- Telemedicine
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Group RRSP
- Sabbatical Leave
- Flexible Time
- Enhanced Parental Leave
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Finance & Accounting
- Management & Leadership
- Technology
- Data & Analytics
Keywords
- Global Technology & Products
- Financial Planning
- Forecasting
- Budgeting
- Cost Management
- Financial Analysis
- Financial Reporting
- Financial Governance
- Enterprise Allocations
- Allocation Methodologies
- Cost Recovery Models
- Cloud Cost Governance
- Cloud Consumption
- Cost Optimization
- Workforce Planning
- Microsoft Excel
- Oracle
- Power BI
- CPA
- CFA
- Finance Business Partnering
- Executive Presentations
- Technology
- Cybersecurity
- Engineering
- Digital Engineering
- Manufacturing
- French-English Bilingual