The Business Operations Director - Finance role sits within one of the world's largest ready-to-go used and new aircraft, engine, APU and consumable parts inventory businesses in the aviation industry, and is dotted-line to the corporate finance team.

This finance leader serves as the primary strategic finance partner to the Solutions Group President. This leader is responsible for driving optimal financial performance, operational rigor, and disciplined decision-making across all products and global regions in the Solutions Group.

Responsibilities:

Develop and execute financial strategies that support growth, margin discipline, and operational excellence in the Used Serviceable Material ("USM") business as well as provide insights and recommended solutions into trailing business performance metrics.
Align financial planning and long-range goals of the business with the Corporate CFO, FSG President, FSG Chief Revenue Officer and the FSG Chief Operating Officer.
Drive disciplined and thoughtful financial assessment of investment opportunities in aircraft/engine teardown programs and other USM acquisitions or new parts distributions in coordination with the FSG executive leadership team and corporate risk and return objectives
Analyze market trends, and industry cycles for predictive impact on the business.
Develop and mentor a high-performing finance team capable of supporting a fast-growing global business by establishing frameworks, including KPIs and feedback processes, to enhance individual and team effectiveness.
Develop leadership initiatives as it relates to business and financial rigor by coaching directors and managers to strengthen business acumen, communication and cross-functional influence.
Lead the annual business unit budget process, quarterly forecasts, long range forecasts and ongoing variance analysis.
Guide pricing and profitability analysis in coordination with RADE team, and executive leaders which includes modeling of fixed, semi-fixed and variable costs, depreciation, and capital efficiency.
Develop deep understanding of current financial reporting, revenue recognition, cost allocations and related cash flow and balance sheet items.
Develop and maintain comprehensive financial scenario models to evaluate business performance under varying assumptions, conducting sensitivity analysis to assess risk, key drivers, and support strategic decision-making.
Maintain and enhance real-time financial visibility to maximize ROI on material investment and reduce write-offs or obsolescence.
Partner with supply chain, commercial, procurement, operations, and sales teams to maximize ROI on material
Ensure the business unit's financial records and reporting adhere to GAAP and relevant aviation regulation and any other compliance requirement.
Identify financial and operational risks and implement mitigation strategies related to asset acquisition, inventory valuations, and resale.
Establish and maintain robust financial processes, reporting frameworks and internal controls to ensure accurate, complete, and timely financial information.
Foster strong partnerships with corporate finance teams and cross-functional stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in finance, Business, Accounting, or related field required with 10+ years of experience
MBA, CPA, or equivalent advanced credentials strongly preferred.
Exceptional FP&A, financial modeling, and valuation capabilities.
Self-starter, ambitious, intellectually curious and confident
Excel power user
Demonstrated deep understanding of investment analytics and measurement of returns, MOIC and the impact of the use of leverage
Strong ability to influence cross-functional decisions.
Proven success in high-growth, operationally complex global environments
Deep understanding of complex accounting principles
Strong communication skills with the ability to convey financial insights

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.