Financial Administrator
CAE · Burgess Hill, United Kingdom
- Metro
- Burgess Hill, United Kingdom
- Craft
- eVTOL
- Job Type
- Business & Corporate
About the role
We are seeking a Finance Administrator for a 9-month temporary assignment to support a project team with operational, data management, and administrative activities. The successful candidate will primarily be responsible for data cleansing, validation, and maintenance of financial data, while also providing administrative support to ensure the successful execution of project deliverables.
This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, highly organised individual who enjoys working with data and is looking to gain experience in a dynamic finance and project environment.
Key Responsibilities
Data Cleansing and Data Management
- Review, analyse, and cleanse data from various sources.
- Correct incomplete, inaccurate, or duplicate data based on information provided by project team members.
- Perform data validation activities to ensure data accuracy, integrity, and consistency.
- Reconcile information across different systems, databases, and files.
- Maintain the quality and reliability of data used by the project team.
- Prepare tracking reports and data quality metrics as required.
- Support data migration and data conversion activities when necessary.
Administrative Support
- Monitor and follow up on project requests and assigned tasks.
- Prepare, update, and maintain project documentation as needed.
- Organise and archive electronic records in accordance with project requirements.
- Perform data entry and updates within financial systems.
- Assist in the preparation of presentations, reports, and meeting minutes.
- Participate in project meetings and track assigned action items.
Financial Support
- Perform various financial verifications and validation activities.
- Assist with financial data reconciliations.
- Support analysts and managers with monitoring, control, and reporting activities.
- Produce simple reports using Excel and other data management tools as required.
Required Qualifications
Education
- College diploma (DEC) in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
Experience
- 1 to 3 years of experience in an administrative, finance, accounting, or data management role.
- Experience in data processing, data validation, or data cleansing is considered a strong asset.
- Previous experience supporting projects or working in a project environment is an asset.
Technical Skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including sorting, filtering, pivot tables, and basic formulas.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to work with large volumes of data while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
- Experience with ERP systems such as Oracle Cloud, Oracle R12, or Ariba is considered an asset.
Key Competencies
- Strong attention to detail.
- High level of accuracy and commitment to quality.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and effectively manage priorities.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Collaborative team player with a proactive attitude.
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.