Senior Manager, Complex Accounting-EN (Montreal)

Senior Manager, Complex Accounting-EN (Montreal)

09 Nov
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CAE
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Montreal

09 Nov

CAE

Montreal

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; You’ll work on impactful projects and turn ideas into reality while enjoying growth opportunities, teamwork, and a balanced work-life. As the Senior Manager of the Complex Accounting team, you will play a strategic role within the finance organization. You will act as an expert for management and business units on the accounting implications of unusual and complex transactions and ensure compliance with IFRS. You will be responsible to manage and supervise the work of the Complex Accounting team and will report to the Assistant Corporate Controller. This role offers significant exposure to executive leadership, mergers and acquisitions, business transformations, and other high-impact corporate initiatives. Assess the accounting implications of unusual and complex transactions, and prepare related documentation and memos Be a strategic business partner and advisor on accounting related issues to management and different finance teams, including: business units, merger and acquisition, tax, treasury, consolidation and financial reporting Lead the team of qualified accountants in Complex Accounting, and review accounting analyses and memos prepared by other team members Plan and manage the execution of accounting related projects, including: business acquisitions (purchase price allocation) and the adoption of new accounting standards Prepare and facilitate training sessions for the finance team Support the financial reporting team in the preparation of external consolidated financial reporting for unusual and complex issues Monitor emerging IFRS and US GAAP developments and assess their potential impact on the organization,



providing recommendations to senior leadership Stay up to date with industry best practices and evolving regulatory requirements to ensure the organization maintains a strong accounting governance framework Lead interactions with external auditors related to technical accounting matters and support audit reviews of complex transactions Provide technical accounting leadership for significant business transformations, restructurings, financing transactions, and strategic investments Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to evaluate the accounting implications of new products, contracts, partnerships, and business models Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field Professional accounting designation mandatory (CPA) Minimum of 5 years of similar experience, or at a large accounting firm In-depth knowledge of IFRS and excellent ability to interpret accounting standards and their practical application Strong project management skills with the ability to lead multiple complex initiatives simultaneously and meet tight deadlines Experience supporting mergers and acquisitions, including purchase price allocations and post-acquisition integration activities Strong planning and organizational skills to balance and prioritize work Bilingualism (French and English) Telemedicine Employee and Family Assistance Program CAE Pension Plan/Defined Benefit Plan 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. 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. Data Privacy As part of our process, we may use AI‑supported tools to help review applications, with human decision‑making at every step.

📌 Senior Manager, Complex Accounting-EN (Montreal)
🏢 CAE
📍 Montreal

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