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Ontic · 1 week ago

Head of Accounting & Operational Finance

Creedmoor, NC

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$150K/yr - $165K/yr

10+ years exp

Ontic is a rapidly growing aerospace manufacturer seeking an experienced Head of Accounting & Operational Finance to serve as a senior finance leader at one of their key facilities. The role involves ensuring robust financial management, driving process improvement, and adhering to accounting policies and internal controls while partnering with local management to support performance and compliance.

AerospaceManufacturing

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Act as the financial steward of the site, responsible for all financial reporting and cost control activities

Serve as a key business partner to the site management team to drive informed decision-making

Translate operational activity into financial impact; proactively identify risks and opportunities

Provide analysis and recommendations for make/buy decisions, inventory management, and capital expenditures

Implement and maintain strong internal control environment in line with SOX requirements

Ensure full compliance with corporate policies, accounting policies and aerospace industry-specific standards (e.g., cost accounting standards, FAR/DFARS when relevant)

Lead site audit readiness, including support for external audits, internal audit walkthroughs, and compliance reviews

Oversee all aspects of standard costing, inventory valuation, and variance analysis

Ensure accurate bill of materials, labor routings, and overhead allocations

Drive ongoing inventory and cost accounting process improvements in alignment with lean manufacturing principles

Support annual budget and quarterly forecasting cycles for the site

Develop and maintain monthly performance reporting, including KPIs such as cost per unit, throughput, and scrap

Ensure timely and accurate month-end close and reporting activities, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow

Drive process automation, ERP optimization, and standardization of financial processes

Lead initiatives to reduce complexity and increase accuracy, visibility, and speed in financial reporting

Champion a culture of accountability, financial discipline, and continuous improvement

Qualification

CPA/CMACost accountingManufacturing financeERP systemsAerospace experienceGovernment contract accountingProcess improvementLeadership skillsCommunication skillsCross-functional collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA/CMA is required

10+ years of progressive finance experience, with at least 5 in a manufacturing environment

Strong background in aerospace, defense, or complex manufacturing (including build-to-print or engineered-to-order)

Deep experience in cost accounting, manufacturing finance, and ERP systems (Epicor knowledge is a real plus)

Strong leadership and team development skills

Hands-on, detail-oriented, and process-driven mindset

Ability to translate financial data into operational insights

Excellent communication skills and cross-functional collaboration

This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a 'U.S. Person' as defined by 22. C.F.R. 120.15 is required. 'U.S. Person' includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, asylee, or refugee

Preferred

MBA or equivalent advanced degree is a plus

Familiarity with government contract accounting and compliance (FAR/DFARS) is preferred

Benefits

Comprehensive medical insurance

Competitive PTO, holiday pay, and sick leave

Company 401K plan with up to 4% matched contribution

Annual bonus program (varies by level and discretionary based on company and individual performance)

Flexible working arrangements

Paid volunteering opportunities

Access to mental health champions across our sites

Commitment to development

Employee referral program

Company

Ontic

Ontic is a leading global aerospace OEM, providing complex engineered parts and repair services for established aircraft in the defense and commercial market.

Founded in 1951

Chatsworth, California, USA

1001-5000 employees