Senior Controller responsible for all financial and management accounting for the plant/business unit: monthly profitability and variance analysis, forecasting and budgeting, cost and capital evaluation, monthly close, billing review, product costing and profitability, inventory cycle and reconciliation, ensure CAS and internal control compliance, lead costing processes and special projects, and provide support to other sites.
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At StandardAero, we use our ingenuity and know-how to find solutions for the simple to the most complex challenges in aviation. Together, we get the job done and done well. Our stability, resources, and respectful culture supports you in building a solid career with a great team you can count on day in and day out for the long term.
As a Senior Controller you will serve as a key member of Standard Aero's Leadership team. You will be responsible for all financial and management accounting activities of the business unit (Military, Helicopter, & Energy) including monitoring the financial performance of specific business units/programs. Provides comprehensive analysis and calculates financial measures of performance. This role will be located at our San Antonio, TX facility.
What you’ll do:
- Perform Monthly Profitability and Variance Analysis;
- Develop timely and accurate plant financial forecasts and annual budget;
- Identify and carry out initiatives to improve profits, reduce costs, evaluate capital investments and make best use of available resources;
- Perform monthly close process for the plant;
- Review plant customer billing statements for accuracy and terms and where appropriate work in conjunction with Corporate Credit Manager to resolve billing errors or discrepancies;
- Support Standard Aero's Leadership team in product cost/profitability analysis and management; including standard cost updates and resource usage estimates;
- Plan and manage Inventory Cycle Process, perform monthly inventory reconciliation and annual physical inventory
- Manage Standard Aero's Leadership team in Costing process and Work Process Inventory
- Lead Standard Aero compliance to with the US Government Cost Accounting Standards & Company Internal Controls.
- Perform various special projects as assigned.
- Provide support to the Stockton, California site.
Position Requirements:
- Must be authorized to work in the US
- Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance is required
- 10+ years financial planning and analysis, cost accountant, or plant finance experience in a manufacturing environment
- Possess superior operational orientation, business modeling and analytical skills
- Strong technology skills within Excel and database tools. Working experience with large ERP system required
Strong experience in a standard costing environment
- Strong working knowledge of GAAP accounting principles and practices
- Can demonstrate initiative and possesses a strong sense of urgency to meet deadlines
- Ability to work in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment
- Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Supervisory experience
- Some travel required
Preferred Characteristics:
- Aerospace MRO industry experience a plus
- Oracle or SAP experience preferred
- Strong working knowledge of US Government Contract, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) Disclosure statement are a plus
- CPA license a plus
Benefits that make life better:
- Comprehensive Healthcare
- 401(k) with 100% company match; up to 5% vested
- Paid Time Off starting on day one
- Bonus opportunities
- Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Short- & Long-Term Disability
- Life & AD&D Insurance
With over a century of proven excellence, StandardAero has become an industry leader in MRO services and customized solutions in the aerospace field. Our shared values and learning-based culture inspire our team to exceed their potential and power our customers’ missions worldwide. With on-the-job training, advancement opportunities, and excellent benefits, StandardAero invites you to experience a fulfilling and meaningful career with us.
Inclusivity Is Our Standard
It is StandardAero’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including transgender status, sexual orientation, and pregnancy) sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Our supportive environment celebrates diversity with no room for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We invite you to bring your authentic self to our team and experience our welcoming culture.
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