| Description: | Qualifications
The ideal candidate brings a strong background in financial modeling, analysis, and strategic planning, with hands-on experience supporting inventory-heavy operations, labor-intensive cost environments, capital projects, and enterprise-level forecasting within a for-profit organization.
Required Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline
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4+ years of experience in FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, or cost accounting
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Advanced Excel skills, including financial modeling, pivot tables, and scenario analysis
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Experience working with ERP systems such as Quantum, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or aviation-related platforms
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Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
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Strong communication abilities with the capability to translate complex financial data into actionable business insights
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Highly detail-oriented with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Responsibilities
This position plays a key role in enhancing financial transparency, operational performance, margin improvement, and strategic decision-making within a dynamic aviation organization.
Budgeting & Forecasting
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Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process across aviation parts sales, aircraft leasing, and corporate departments
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Collaborate closely with multiple departments
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Partner with business leaders to develop detailed revenue and expense forecasts, including labor, materials, overhead, warranty, logistics, and parts
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Maintain and enhance corporate cost center budgeting models while overseeing global allocation methodologies and processes
Financial Analysis & Reporting
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Prepare monthly variance analyses comparing budget to actual results and provide actionable recommendations
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Analyze gross margin, EBITDA, and overall profitability across business units and product lines
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Develop executive-level dashboards, KPI reporting, and financial performance metrics
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Evaluate direct and indirect cost allocations and support capital expenditure planning
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Identify cost reduction and operational efficiency opportunities while maintaining compliance with quality and regulatory standards
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Ensure budgeting and reporting processes align with internal financial policies, audit requirements, and industry regulations
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Support internal and external audits through financial analysis and documentation preparation
Cross-Functional Collaboration
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Work closely with Supply Chain, Operations, Sales, and Program Management teams
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Provide financial guidance to support contract negotiations and long-term service agreements
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Assist executive leadership with strategic planning through scenario modeling and sensitivity analysis
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