Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

US-PA-Aston (ESCO) Full time

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Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis The Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis is a leadership position and succession candidate for the Controller role. This position leads the organization's financial planning, forecasting, cost accounting, and financial analysis functions, and is expected to operate with a high degree of autonomy in directing resources across the finance organization. The role partners directly with the General Manager, Operations, Supply Chain, Program Management, and Engineering leadership to shape strategic financial decisions, protect business risk, and drive forecast accountability. This is a strategic partner and business risk owner, not a transactional finance role — the successful candidate will be expected to represent finance in leadership's absence and have ability to grow into broader P&L and organizational leadership responsibility over time. Location: Aston, PA (on-site) Salary : $155,000 - $165,000 Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in PA. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer. We Take Care of Our People Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan ( I Inclusive & Supportive Culture ( Your Challenge Strategic Financial Leadership & Business Partnership Serve as a senior financial advisor to the General Manager, Controller, and executive leadership, including representing finance in bid and program risk reviews, with authority to critique and challenge assumptions. Ensure adequate risk-mitigation tasking is assigned and tracked across the organization technical, programmatic, and support the protection of the business's financial position. Own the monthly forecasting process end-to-end: drive forecast development to include submission in the financial consolidation system, identify and drive gaps to closure, and hold the organization accountable to maintaining forecast commitments to corporation. Lead the annual operating plan, budget, and long-range strategic financial planning process. Support strategic initiatives, M&A evaluation, and major pursuits through financial modeling and scenario analysis. Identify business risks and opportunities proactively and bring recommendations directly to leadership, rather than waiting to be asked. Cost Accounting Oversight Oversee cost accounting activities for manufacturing operations, including standard cost systems, annual cost roll-ups, and variance analysis (material, labor, overhead, PPV). Ensure accurate inventory valuation in accordance with GAAP; oversee inventory reserves, excess & obsolete inventory, and inventory turns analysis. Partner with Operations to identify cost reduction opportunities and manufacturing efficiency gains. Financial Reporting & Controls Prepare and present executive financial reports, dashboards, and forecast packages for senior leadership. Explain key performance drivers behind manufacturing and program financial results, not just report them. Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and corporate procedures; support internal/external audits. Organizational Leadership Build, lead, and develop a team capable of scaling with the business — this role is expected to have ability to hire and develop talent at a higher level than has historically been the norm in this function. Establish departmental goals, performance expectations, and succession depth within the FP&A/cost accounting function. Drive process improvement and automation to reduce transactional burden and free capacity for analytical, forward-looking work. Foster cross-functional collaboration and serve as a trusted, autonomous decision-maker across the organization. What You Bring Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration required; MBA strongly preferred. CPA, CMA, or CCA (Certified Cost Accountant) a plus. Ten-plus years of progressive FP&A and/or cost accounting experience, with FP&A leadership experience prioritized. Five-plus years of leadership experience, including demonstrated ability to build and scale a team. Manufacturing and cost accounting experience required; government contracting or aerospace/defense experience strongly preferred. Demonstrated track record of operating autonomously at a senior level and directing cross-functional resources without close oversight. Executive-level communication and presentation skills; comfortable representing finance to leadership and in high-stakes reviews (bid reviews, program risk reviews). Advanced financial modeling, forecasting, and scenario-analysis skills. Strong grasp of GAAP and cost accounting principles. Proven ability to drive accountability and close gaps in a forecasting or planning cadence. Proficiency in Excel (advanced), ERP systems (Syteline), and BI tools (Power BI preferred). Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, resource-constrained environment. Must be a US Citizen. Who We Are Our Values ( Environmental, Social and Governance Curtiss-Wright Arresting Systems / ESCO, a business unit of Curtiss-Wright's EMS Division, is a world leader in emergency arresting systems for military aircraft. With two facilities, located in Aston, PA (USA), and Gente, France, Curtiss-Wright Arresting Gear / ESCO specializes in land-based arresting systems. For more information, please visit us at Curtiss-Wright EMS - Arresting Systems / ESCO (cw-ems.com) (

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Compliance Statement This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn. Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition. (View email address on click.appcast.io) For US Applicants: EEO is The Law – click here for more information. ( If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition (View email address on click.appcast.io) and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request. Join the WRIGHT Team! Over 95 years of growth, Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well-balanced segments – Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss-Wright. Our Values What makes a world-class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Simple in theory, the values of Curtiss-Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations. To our employees, these are more than words on a wall – we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other. Leadership We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action. Customer Focus We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers’ expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion. Teamwork & Trust Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward. Respect for People We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees. Integrity We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships. What We Offer Our Employees: Opportunity: As part of the Curtiss-Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one! Challenging Work: The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of! Collaborative Environment: The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers. #J-18808-Ljbffr Curtiss-Wright Corporation