Summary

The VP of Finance will report to the President and be a key business leader responsible for Accounting, Financial Planning and Analysis, cost control, asset management and business decision support. The VP of Finance will collaborate with senior management to position the business for financial growth and efficiency, and to ensure that the company meets or exceeds its financial commitments. Responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and effective financial processes, systems and controls to ensure compliance with TransDigm Corporate policies and procedures. Oversees the Accounting, IT and Trade Compliance departments.

Compensation 175k - 200k base plus bonus

Position Duties

• Work closely with Senior Management, Manufacturing Organization and Sales team to improve the company's financial performance.
• Oversee monthly accounting close process and timely and accurate reporting of financials to TransDigm Corporate. Ensure statements correctly reflect the company's financial position in accordance with GAAP.
• Review financial results and key financial metrics with senior management. Assess and quantify risks, monitor the execution of deliverables, recommend and implement action necessary to improve profit and financial position.
• Lead the development of annual Business Plan and monthly Profit & Loss forecasts, including monthly margin forecasts.
• Manages budget and controls expenses effectively.
• Support senior management in the evaluation and execution of new or revised customer contracts. Prepare financial analysis to support Customer Quoting process and investment decisions.
• Guides financial decisions by establishing, monitoring and enforcing policies and procedures.
• Evaluate Capital Expenditure requests and validate return on investment.
• Perform pricing analysis and audit to ensure compliance to the company's Pricing Policy.
• Support functional leaders to achieve Productivity/Cost Improvement commitment. Proactively promote cost and headcount controls.
• Develop and implement process improvements that will result in cost reductions and help the Company's growth.
• Effectively manage Working Capital with focus on Inventory, Trade Receivables and Trade Payables.
• Evaluate financial processes and systems to drive continuous improvements in efficiency, internal controls, and reporting capabilities.
• Maintain Cost Accounting Standards.
• Maintain internal accounting control and SOX compliance. Support internal and external audits.
• Responsible for staff development, training, evaluation, coaching and succession planning. Create a workplace that fosters teamwork and strengthens communication within and outside the department.
• Participate or lead special projects as required.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor or Master's degree in Accounting. Minimum of 7 years of progressive Accounting and Finance experience. CPA / Public accounting experience preferred.
2. Experience working for a multi-site Defense manufacturing company, government contracting and government audits preferred.
3. Experience in Financial Planning & Analysis, Financial Accounting and Cost Accounting required.
4. Demonstrated ability to thoroughly understand a business's strategy and determine linkages to financial initiatives and drivers.
5. Track record of innovative, cost effective solutions to solving daily business problems.
6. Strong decision making skills with ability to see them through.
7. Self starter, action oriented.
8. Experience managing people, projects, and tasks ensuring appropriate responsiveness and priority. Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and retain associates within the finance organization.
9. Strong communication skills with the ability to interact at all levels within the organization and influence processes across multiple functions and stakeholders.
10. Highly computer proficient, including advanced capabilities with Excel.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, and move about the facility.
• Occasionally required to bend and stoop.
• Works in an office and manufacturing environment.