Controller

AAR Corp. (NYSE: AIR) is a global aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company that employs more than 6,000 people across over 60 sites in over 20 countries. Headquartered in the Chicago, Illinois area, AAR supports commercial and government customers in more than 100 countries through four operating segments: Parts Supply, Integrated Solutions, Repair and Engineering and Expeditionary Services.

AAR’s purpose is to empower people to build innovative aerospace solutions today so you can safely reach your destination tomorrow. The company’s mission is to go above and beyond to provide value-driven aerospace aftermarket solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers worldwide. AAR constantly searches for the right thing to do for its customers, employees, partners and for society .

Description:

We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Controller to provide financial leadership and analytical support for our Aircraft Services – Greensboro business. Reporting directly to the site General Manager, this highly visible role will serve as a key business partner to operations and functional leaders, driving performance through rigorous financial analysis, forecasting, reporting, and margin management of a $150M business unit . While keenly overseeing the overall accounting process, the successful candidate will play a key role in developing and implementing financial procedures to maintain and improve the financial health of our company. AAR is looking for a candidate with strong leadership and interpersonal skills to effectively manage the business.

What you will be responsible for:

• Oversee all accounting, finance, and cost-control functions for the facility, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with company policies and regulations.
• Partner with the business unit General Manager to provide financial insights and analytics that assist with strategic decisions.
• Coordinate, consolidate, and develop an Annual Plan and routine forecasts.
• Evaluate and recommend course of action for the short and long-term impact of changes to mix, volume, headcount, investment and budget
• Review investment requests, perform return on investment calculations for all projects, decide on feasibility.
• Provide accounting support on complex transactions to senior leadership, including Group CFO and Corporate Controller.
• Drive cost improvement projects and initiatives. Validate and review proposed savings.
• Lead the month-end accounting close process and effectively communicate insights and results to senior management. Promptly provide reporting of monthly financial performance metrics such as program performance, headcount tracking, variance analysis and SG&A spending.
• Develop and maintain a financial organization capable of meeting business unit and corporate requirements. Responsible for development, mentoring, performance management, and management of team.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and regulatory requirements, including support for internal and external audits.
• Assure all reporting requirements are met for management and regulatory agencies as required by law and in accordance with company policies.
• Work collaboratively with Corporate shared services (Credit, accounts payable, treasury, etc.) to improve processes.
• Coordinate and be key contact for internal and external audits.
• Prepare adhoc requests.

What you will need to be successful in this role:

• Bachelor’s degree from 4-year college or university majoring in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• CPA or MBA preferred.
• Experience with government contracts and program accounting preferred.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive experience required.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills; able to work effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional partners.

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

• 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.