Complex Accounting Specialist

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Saint-Laurent, Montréal, QC, CAN
In-Office
Senior level
Aerospace
The Role
The Complex Accounting Specialist advises on accounting implications of transactions, tracks changes in accounting standards, and prepares financial statements while communicating with auditors and senior management.
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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

As an accounting standards expert, you will act as a business adviser on a daily basis regarding transactions involving multidisciplinary teams (tax, mergers and acquisitions, cash and cash equivalents, etc.) and give an opinion on the accounting implications that these transactions have on the company. You will also be responsible for keeping track of ongoing changes in accounting standards and advising senior management on the potential impacts of these changes. You will also write accounting opinions and be the contact person for answers to auditors’ questions. You will also be required to participate in the preparation/revision of notes to quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements.


Minimum Qualifications

  • University degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business.
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience including experience in a firm.
  • Thorough knowledge of IFRS.
  • Excellent ability to interpret accounting standards and apply them to transactions in a practical manner.

Preferred Qualifications

  • CPA or CA designation required.
  • Excellent ability to communicate with senior management.
  • Ability to work under pressure in the face of tight deadlines.
  • Experience in project management; proven leadership qualities.
  • Bilingualism (French and English).

Benefits

  • 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  

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About CAE

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 [email protected] if needed.

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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.

Skills Required

  • University degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience
  • Bilingualism (French and English)
  • Thorough knowledge of IFRS
  • Excellent ability to interpret accounting standards
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The Company
HQ: Montreal, Quebec
10,806 Employees
Year Founded: 1947

What We Do

CAE is a high technology company, at the leading edge of digital immersion, providing solutions to make the world a safer place. Backed by a record of 75 years of industry firsts, we continue to reimagine the customer experience and revolutionize training and operational support solutions in civil aviation, defense and security, and healthcare. We are the partner of choice to customers worldwide who operate in complex, high-stakes and largely regulated environments, where successful outcomes are critical. Testament to our customers’ ongoing needs for our solutions, over 60 percent of CAE’s revenue is recurring in nature. We have the broadest global presence in our industry, with approximately 13,000 employees, 180 sites and training locations in over 35 countries

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