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StandardAero is seeking an action-oriented, focused and experienced Operations Finance Director with Enterprise-Wide accountability and influence over our Aerospace Engine and Airframe Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) activities. The role will be based at our Scottsdale Headquarters. The role will enable improved earnings from Operations activities and more efficient Trade Working Capital across the Enterprise. This is a high visibility role reporting directly to the Vice President of FP&A and will partner with key leaders including the VP of Operational Excellence, VP Supply Chain, Chief Accounting Officer, VP Treasurer, Division CFOs and is a resource to our site Controllers.

StandardAero is a leading independent, pure-play provider of aerospace engine aftermarket services for fixed and rotary wing aircraft, serving the commercial, military and business aviation end markets. StandardAero provides a comprehensive suite of critical, value-added aftermarket solutions, including scheduled and unscheduled engine maintenance, repair and overhaul, as well as engine component repair – serving a crucial role in the engine aftermarket value chain, connecting engine original equipment manufacturers with aircraft operators through our aftermarket services, maintaining longstanding relationships with both.

Operations Finance Director:

 Roles and Responsibilities: 

• Lead Sales, Inventory and Operations Planning (SIOP) process from Finance. 
  • Ensure inputs and outcomes are finance-relevant, process-oriented, sustainable and aligned with reporting and planning systems. SARO is implementing a updated SIOP process enterprise-wide and seeks strong leadership as the system is rolled-out across 50+ operating sites 
• SAOS (StandardAero Operating System) Finance Lead. SAOS is a new initiative to standardize MRO operations reporting, planning and optimization
• Optimize and Standardize operations accounting and reporting across the Company. 
• Improve trade working capital performance through detailed analysis, site visits, standardized driver-based forecasting methodologies and metric utilization across 50+ MRO sites.
• Analyze end-to-end supply chain performance and profitability and identify opportunities for cost out. Areas to focus on include direct material cost, direct labor cost as well as indirect operations costs such as Freight, Tariff’s and validation of savings opportunities based on landed cost. 
• Supplement continuous improvement/lean initiatives with transparent tracking and reporting with resultant recommendations
• Lead tactical initiatives on margin improvement, cash generation and cost rationalization with development and maintenance of reporting and KPIs to assess and drive financial strategies. 
• Support Company Real Estate Strategy to include Lease V Buy and Footprint consolidation opportunities.  
• Maintains expert understanding of company Inventory and Inventory systems to insure accurate inventory and direct costs
• Supports the Make V Buy process across the Company.
• Tracks and drives improvement in Inventory Excess & Obsolescence.
• Work with Divisions to track and report Cost of Poor Quality along with identifying areas for improvement.  

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field required with 10 years of related experience
• Previous experience in cost accounting or program finance analysis
• Thorough understanding of cost accounting principles and procedures.
• Proficient in spreadsheets, databases, MS Office, and financial software applications
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong fluency with Excel formulas and Functions
• Outstanding presentation, reporting and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications 

• 10 plus years of related experience
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with SQL or Power BI
• Aerospace and Defense (A&D) experience
• Deep understanding of Lean, Supply Chain and Logistics.

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
• Learning & Training opportunities

Raising the Standard of Excellence since 1911

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

StandardAero offers equal employment opportunities for all. 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.