Finance Manager

Worker TypeRegularJob DescriptionSummaryThe Finance Manager brings both a strategic and operational focus to the Finance team for program planning and financial operations, with a particular emphasis on delivery of solid financial plans and improved compliance and controls. This role will partner closely with Product Management, Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Sales, and Finance leadership to evaluate product profitability, manage budgets, analyze costs, and support informed business decisions throughout the product lifecycle. In this role, one provides financial guidance based on organizational goals and company policy.The ideal candidate combines strong financial and analytical skills with an understanding of hardware products, manufacturing economics, inventory, and cross-functional operations.Position ResponsibilitiesProvides monthly forecasting and variance reporting, preparation of monthly financial information in support of reviews by Senior Management for hardware product line.Ensures compliance with internal procedures and government procurement regulations. Monitors and ensures implementation of financial policies (including but not limited to: Revenue Recognition, Timekeeping, Cost, Inventory, Estimating System compliance, etc). Provides day-to-day financial direction to product line managementSupports internal and external audits. Continually reviews and challenges program Estimates at Complete (EAC), ensuring appropriate profit margins are recognized. Identifies, analyzes, and monitors issues that affect profitability, growth, and productivityOversees program cost control activities; understand and participate in the control of costs and schedules on contracts requiring validated cost/schedule control systemOversees the preparation of budgets and schedules for specific programs and financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlook, and variance analysisSupports Indirect Department Budgeting for the assigned departments including utilization reviews and detailed variance analysisSupports Proposal activity for new captures including negotiations while working with home office proposal / costing team to develop compliant price / cost volumesAssists in the development of detailed integrated master Program Schedules for on-contract, internal research and development & new capturesWorks on issues of diverse scope where analysis of situation or data requires evaluation of variety of factors, including an understanding of current business trends. Acts as advisor to subordinates to meet schedules and/or resolve technical problemsWorks with Cost Accounting to develop and maintain a working knowledge of Bills of Material (BOMs), including the relationship between product configuration, material content, quantities, and associated costs, to support accurate financial analysis and product cost assessments.Partners with subcontractors and Supply Chain to understand and assess cost variances for key components and services, identifying the underlying drivers and potential implications for product cost and profitabilityTranslates product cost variances, supplier changes, and supply chain constraints into financial and business impacts, including implications for business plans, forecasts, margins, and overall program performanceMakes sound business impact assessments and recommendations when complete or reliable information is not available, applying financial judgment, available data, and an understanding of operational and commercial considerations to inform timely decisionsOther duties as assignedBasic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experienceMinimum of 10+ years' experience in relevant disciplines plus minimum of 2 years in a leadership roleExperienced in and knowledgeable of costing and pricing complex manufactured products and development contractsExperienced in Government Cost accounting principles and FARExperienced in and knowledgeable of ASC-606 “Revenue from Contracts with Customers”Has current expertise in: 1) MS Office Suite (especially MS Excel (including v-lookups, conditional formatting, and pivot tables), 2) Hyperion, 3) ERP System such as Oracle EBS, 4) ProPricer, 5) MS Project/or Fast Track desirableDemonstrated awareness and interest in business operations including the ability to help create business strategies and objectives Other Qualifications & Desired CompetenciesExperience supporting hardware, aerospace, defense, industrial, electronics, or manufacturing product line.Advanced degree is preferredDemonstrates understanding of business activities with a view broader than just the finance functionStrong analytical, presentation, business writing and problem solving skillsAbility to communicate information, both orally and in writing, to customers as well as the program management team and senior managementSkilled at managing multiple, critical projects simultaneously and enjoy working in a dynamic and fast-paced environmentUses vision to think beyond the immediate situation, explore multiple potential paths and adapt decision-making style based on the situational circumstancesInspires, motivates and empowers people to deliver organizational goals, while also delivering value back to employeesBrings organizational values to life using personality, uniqueness and the creation of a shared visionChampions the process of change and promotes a culture of quick adaptation, while helping others deal with the effects of changeDemonstrates the ability to develop and maintain internal and external trusting, professional relationshipsPhysical DemandsAbility to work in an office environment (Constant)Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)Special RequirementsU.S. Citizenship required. Presently holds or capable of obtaining a U.S. Security ClearanceOccasionally may be required to travel within the Continental U.SClearance LevelNo ClearanceThe salary range for this role is:$139,000 - $212,000AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.ITAR Requirement:This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements. Benefits: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: .We also encourage you to review our company website at to learn more about us.Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.About AV:AV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.We don’t just build defense technology—we redefine what’s possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian—but we’re not building history, we’re building what’s next.If you're ready to build technology that matters—with speed, scale, and purpose—there’s no better place to do it than AV.We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.ITARU.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder), asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) or a person approved for an export license from the appropriate governing agency.SummaryLocation: Moorpark, CAType: Full time