Elbit Systems of America ยท 5 hours ago
Sr Director Finance
Elbit Systems of America is a leading provider of high-performance products and solutions in the defense and commercial sectors. The Senior Director of Finance will provide financial support to various divisions, enabling them to effectively plan and execute financial performance in alignment with business objectives.
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Responsibilities
Manage the budgeting, planning, forecasting, and risk assessment of the ESA portfolio to facilitate plans consistent with the overall business strategy
Create, maintain, and continually evolve the finance support organization, processes, and infrastructure necessary for continuous improvement and alignment with ESA needs
Responsible for consolidating financial input for strategic planning initiatives within the enterprise as part of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and Long-Range Planning (LRP)
Evaluate budgets and forecasts for profit & loss metrics (revenue, gross profit, discretionary spending, operating profit), new business (orders), cash flow, and working capital metrics (cash receipts, inventory, receivables, advances, third party and intercompany disbursements) at the program, business area, and division levels
Provide analysis of variances to AOP and forecasts across all key financial metrics, as well as associated risks, opportunities, and mitigation plans
Lead processes to ensure accurate and timely budgets and cost controls to maximize program profitability
Implement and execute processes to ensure spending (Capital, R&D, B&P, and Marketing) provides optimal returns on the investment
Maintain all reports and reporting systems as necessary to provide appropriate managerial visibility and control of all active projects at the program, business area, and division levels
Management and support of various M&A opportunities as needed
Responsible for the coordination of the departmental budgets, including capital equipment, expense budgets, and staffing requirements, and analysis of actual performance, including variance analysis and corrective action, against those budgets
Prepare meaningful presentations for various levels of management
Keep abreast of the state-of-the-art in finance, government contracts, compliance, and information technology
Recruit and retain staff with the necessary expertise and experience
Provide professional training to staff as required
Adhere to internal and external standards and core values
Other related duties as assigned by senior management
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree is required
Specific Degree Field Required: Accounting or Finance
10+ years in finance, accounting, or related financial management roles
5+ years of management experience within a finance function
In-depth knowledge of Accounting processes and regulations applicable to providing financial services to a manufacturing organization
Ability to design financial processes and metrics for appropriate functional units within the Finance Department
Overall mindset of continuous improvement
Ability to manage and develop managerial and professional staff
Experience in interpreting and presenting financial information to senior management
Skilled in using financial data systems and specific software applications as required
Excellent verbal and written presentation skills
Training Pre-requisites (Within One Year of Taking Position): ESD, Safety Training, as dictated by the Safety Department
Preferred
Master degree is preferred
Preferred Certifications/Licenses: CPA
Benefits
Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off
Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future
Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
Flexible Vacation & PTO
Paid Parental Leave
Generous Employee Referral Program
Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identify Theft, Pet Insurance, and more
Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees
Company
Elbit Systems of America
Elbit Systems of America is an Defense Electronics, Homeland Security, Commercial Aviation, and Medical Instrumentation providing company. It is a sub-organization of Elbit Systems.
Funding
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