FP&A Director - Finance - Standard Aero

Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of

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.

What you’ll do:

• Lead all financial analysis of StandardAero’s financials and KPIs, risks/opportunities, support earnings guidance, competitive analysis, monitor macroeconomic drivers impacting business
• Lead process improvement and implement driver-based forecasting throughout the company; help improve forecast accuracy with P&L, BS (Working Capital) and Cash Flow metrics
• Support the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and Long Range Planning (LRP) process
• Assist with FP&A integration activities related to acquisitions
• Support the ongoing data requests of the CFO, VP FP&A, and sector CFOs
• Support the preparation & consolidation of monthly reporting packages including management presentations, key performance indicators, forecasts & variance analysis.
• Support implementation of advanced IT tools to improve reporting, planning & data analytics
• Partner cross-functionally/sectors to generate more accurate financial and business reporting (i.e. site and platform level reporting) and to understand drivers vs. prior forecast, plan, and prior year
• Coordinate with Scottsdale leadership team as needed to align with FP&A directives/initiatives

What skills you will require:   

• 5+ years of leadership experience in FP&A with proven ability to communicate results to senior executives in a timely manner
• 3+ years of financial leadership at the management level
• Advanced analytical & financial modeling skills
• High degree of proficiency with MS Excel & PowerPoint
• Detail-oriented with strong organization skills & ability to multi-task, prioritize and delegate responsibilities in an effective & efficient manner
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and develop ad hoc, unstructured analysis

Preferred characteristics:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Accounting, or Finance (or MBA); CPA designation preferred but not required

Benefits that make life better:

• Comprehensive Healthcare
• 5% 401K Matching
• Paid Time Off 
• Bonus Opportunities
• 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.