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Our corporate functions don’t just support - they lead, shaping the company’s path and preparing clients and employees for the moments that matter. Be part of a team where your work makes a difference, with opportunities to grow, collaborate, and thrive.The Senior Director, Finance Transformation will play a key role in advancing CAE's finance transformation vision by translating enterprise priorities into a structured portfolio of measurable, technology-enabled improvements across the global Finance function.\nReporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), this individual will serve as a strategic leader responsible for defining and driving the global Finance and enterprise transformation agenda. The role is focused on leading large-scale initiatives related to process optimization, margin improvement, cost efficiency, and digital transformation.\nThe incumbent will oversee the global Finance transformation roadmap and project portfolio, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and delivering measurable outcomes in financial performance, efficiency, scalability, growth enablement, and innovation. As a transformation leader, this individual will foster cross-functional collaboration, lead change management and communication efforts, and support executive decision-making through high-impact initiatives and reporting.\nKey Responsibilities\nDefine the global Finance transformation strategy and translate enterprise objectives and long-term business priorities into a clear and structured roadmap.\nOwn and govern the Finance Transformation portfolio, including prioritization, investment planning, and delivery of high-impact initiatives.\nEstablish and lead robust governance frameworks to ensure cross-functional alignment, accountability, and effective decision-making across global initiatives.\nLead the end-to-end delivery of large-scale transformation programs, including scope definition, resource allocation, risk management, and value realization.\nChampion operational excellence and process standardization across the global Finance function by leveraging continuous improvement methodologies.\nLead the evaluation, selection, and deployment of strategic technologies, including automation, artificial intelligence, and advanced analytics, to improve the efficiency, control, and scalability of Finance operations.\nDevelop and execute the Finance transformation change management strategy, ensuring stakeholder engagement, adoption, and alignment across teams.\nPartner with senior leaders across Finance, IT, and Business Units to identify, prioritize, and execute transformation opportunities while accelerating innovation.\nEstablish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), value-tracking mechanisms, and reporting processes to measure transformation impact and support executive decision-making.\nBuild organizational capability by coaching and developing Finance teams while fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.\nLead post-implementation reviews to validate benefit realization, capture lessons learned, and strengthen governance and process ownership.\nMinimum Qualifications\nBachelor’s degree or postgraduate degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.\n15+ years of progressive leadership experience, including senior leadership roles within Finance.\nProven experience leading finance transformation programs within complex global organizations.\nPreferred Qualifications\nStrong experience in project management and continuous improvement; Six Sigma certification is considered an asset.\nStrategic mindset with the ability to translate organizational priorities into actionable plans, governance frameworks, and measurable outcomes.\nDeep expertise in digital finance technologies, automation, artificial intelligence, and analytics platforms, with the ability to assess and implement practical solutions that enhance Finance effectiveness and scalability.\nSignificant experience in governance, stakeholder management, and executive-level influence.\nDemonstrated ability to build relationships, drive results, inspire creativity, and foster innovation across functions and geographies.\nAbility to lead through ambiguity, influence without direct authority, and align diverse stakeholder groups around common objectives.\nHigh level of resilience and ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level presentation capabilities.\nBenefits\nComprehensive group insurance program.\nTelemedicine program and Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP).\nEmployee Share Purchase Plan.\nGroup Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP).\nCAE Defined Benefit Pension Plan.\nSabbatical leave program.\nFlexible work arrangements.\nEnhanced parental leave benefits.\nAbout CAE\nAt 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.\nPosition Type\nRegularEqual Opportunity & Accommodations\nCAE 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  if needed.\nData Privacy\nPrivacy Statement | CAE\nAs 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. 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