Sr. Manager, Finance

Title: Sr. Manager, Finance

Location: United States-Illinois-Wood Dale

Job Number: 18299

The Senior Financial Manager will provide support for the Distribution business unit. The role will be responsible for ensuring adherence to a strong internal control environment, including making recommendations for improvements. The role will also be actively involved with analyzing financial information and trends, as well as providing support for financial forecasts and annual plans. This role will serve as the lead for system implementations specific to the business unit.

This position is based at our Corporate Headquarters in Wood Dale, IL, with a planned relocation to the Merchandise Mart (Chicago) in early 2027.

What you will be responsible for:

• Analyzes financial information to determine present and future financial performance.

• Identifies trends and recommends improvements accordingly.

• Provides idea leadership to enable the business to improve inventory turns and cash flow generation.

• Prepares financial data for BOD meetings and planning session presentations.

• Forecasts revenues and expenses in support of a 3-year business plan.

• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

What you need to be successful in this role:

• Bachelor of Arts degree (B.A.) or Bachelor of Science degree (B.S.) from four-year college or university; or eight years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

The rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salar

• Competitive salary and bonus package

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match

• Generous paid time off program

• Professional development and career advancement opportunities

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.

• The environmental characteristic for this position is an office setting.

• Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment.

AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.

Compensation:

The anticipated salary range for this position is $130,000 to $155,000 annually. This range reflects the base salary for candidates who meet the requirements of the role, including experience, education, and location. In addition to base pay, this role is eligible for a bonus. AAR offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holiday pay, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.

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We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.