Vice President of Finance (Aerospace)

Job Title: Vice President of Finance & Accounting 

Location:  Santa Fe Springs, CA 

Employment Type:  Salaried Full-time direct

Industry:  Aerospace

Compensation: $230K - $250K

Work Schedule:  M-F

About the Opportunity:

Our aerospace client is seeking a results-driven Vice President - Finance to lead the financial team across our global organization. The VP will be a member of the executive team, responsible for overseeing financial reporting, planning, and risk management. This role requires both high-level strategic thinking and hands-on financial management experience in a dynamic and growing environment.

What You'll Do: 

1. Strategic Financial Leadership

1. Exemplify, retain, and communicate 'up to date' ASC, GAAP, IFRS, and related accounting pronouncements in accurate financial reporting for domestic and international business units and affiliated entities. 
2. Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with the company's goals and objectives.
3. Serve as a strategic advisor to the COO on financial planning and business operations.
4. Participate in key decisions as a member of the executive leadership team.

1. Accounting, Reporting, and Risk Management 

1. Ensure accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with ASC, GAAP, and IFRS pronouncements to ensure meeting regulatory reporting standards. 
2. Oversee statutory audit requirements with international operations. 
3. Oversee cost accounting and related functions. 
4. Maintain a strong internal control environment.
5. Identify and mitigate financial and operational risks.
6. Oversee tax compliance and reporting requirements. 

1. Tax and Compliance.
   1. Have a knowledge and understanding of tax compliance and reporting requirements for an international company.

1. Financial Planning & Analysis

1. Provide timely and accurate financial analysis, performance metrics, and business insights.
2. Monitor financial performance and proactively recommend corrective actions.
3. Supporting M&A opportunities, as may be required, include due diligence and analysis. 

1. Cash Flow & Treasury Management
   1. Manage cash flow and banking relationships and provide input to ownership on investment strategies.
   2. Oversee financing, capital structure, and risk management initiatives.
2. Operational Efficiency
   1. Evaluate and optimize financial systems, tools, and processes for scalability and efficiency.
   2. Partner with department heads to drive financial discipline across the organization.
   3. Lead commercial insurance and risk management. Understanding of insurance requirements for a multi-entity international organization. 

1. Team Leadership
   1. Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance and accounting team.
   2. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and collaboration.

About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring (Requirements):

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance.

Min 8 years of progressive financial leadership experience with significant up-to-date knowledge in ASC and GAAP, along with a st rong understanding of financial management, budgeting, and business operations, and experience at the VP level . 

Min 3 years of recent international operations responsibility . 

Min 4 years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing setting. 

Min 5 years of experience with financial software and systems (e.g., ERP, Excel, BI tools, Tableau)

What Set's You Apart (Preferred):

MBA or Master's Degree

CPA License highly preferred

3 years of prior experience as a Vice President of a sizable/complex organization. 

Scaling manufacturing operations or transitioning through growth phases. 

Familiarity with international operations, trade compliance, or multi-entity reporting.

Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.

Prior experience with Epicor ERP software.

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Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.