Operations Finance Director

Job Description

Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of. Build your career with integrity by working at a company that doesn’t just treat you like a number. You’ll get the tools to do things right in a clean and safe work environment and the trust to fix any issue that comes your way. Our on‑the‑job training and team of experts mean you’ll be set up for success.

As an Operations Finance Director , you will help lead with Enterprise‑Wide accountability and influence over our Aerospace Engine and Airframe Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) activities. The role will be based at our Scottsdale, AZ headquarters and will enable improved earnings from Operations activities and more efficient Trade Working Capital across the Enterprise. This high‑visibility role reports directly to the Vice President of FP&A and partners with key leaders including the VP of Operational Excellence, VP Supply Chain, Chief Accounting Officer, VP Treasurer, Division CFOs and site Controllers.

StandardAero is a leading independent, pure‑play provider of aerospace engine aftermarket services for fixed and rotary wing aircraft, serving the commercial, military and business aviation end markets. It offers a comprehensive suite of critical, value‑added aftermarket solutions, including scheduled and unscheduled engine maintenance, repair and overhaul, as well as engine component repair—connecting OEMs with operators and maintaining longstanding relationships.

What You’ll Do

• Lead Sales, Inventory and Operations Planning (SIOP) process from Finance.
• Ensure inputs and outcomes are finance‑relevant, process‑oriented, sustainable and aligned with reporting and planning systems. SARO is implementing an updated SIOP process enterprise‑wide and seeks strong leadership as the system is rolled‑out across 50+ operating sites.
• Serve as SAOS (StandardAero Operating System) Finance Lead. SAOS is a new initiative to standardize MRO operations reporting, planning and optimization.
• Optimize and standardize operations accounting and reporting across the Company.
• Improve trade working capital performance through detailed analysis, site visits, standardized driver‑based forecasting methodologies and metric utilization across 50+ MRO sites.
• Analyze end‑to‑end supply chain performance and profitability, identifying opportunities for cost out. Areas of focus include direct material cost, direct labor cost and indirect operating costs such as freight, tariffs and landed‑cost savings.
• Supplement continuous improvement/lean initiatives with transparent tracking, reporting and resultant recommendations.
• Lead tactical initiatives on margin improvement, cash generation and cost rationalization, developing and maintaining reporting and KPIs to assess and drive financial strategies.
• Support Company Real Estate Strategy, including Lease‑V‑Buy and footprint consolidation opportunities.
• Maintain expert understanding of company inventory systems to ensure accurate inventory and direct costs.
• Support the Make‑V‑Buy process across the Company.
• Track and drive improvement in inventory excess & obsolescence.
• Work with divisions to track and report Cost of Poor Quality, identifying areas for improvement.

Position Requirements

• Must be authorized to work in the US.
• Ability to work on site at corporate headquarters (Scottsdale, AZ).
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field required.
• 10+ years of finance experience, experience within cost accounting or program finance analysis.
• Thorough understanding of cost accounting principles and procedures.
• Proficient in spreadsheets, databases, MS Office (including Excel), and financial software applications.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong fluency with Excel formulas and functions.
• Outstanding presentation, reporting and communication skills.
• Ability to travel as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with SQL, Power BI, Oracle is a plus.
• Aerospace and Defense (A & D) industry experience.
• Deep understanding of Lean, Supply Chain and Logistics.

Benefits That Make Life Better

• Comprehensive Healthcare.
• 401(k) with 100% company match; up to 5% vested.
• Paid Time Off starting on day one.
• Bonus opportunities.
• Health‑ & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Short & Long‑Term Disability.
• Life & AD&D Insurance.
• Learning & Training opportunities.

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