Finance Director
Listed on 2026-08-13
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Finance & Banking
Financial Manager, Corporate Finance, Risk Manager/Analyst -
Management
Financial Manager, Risk Manager/Analyst
Job Description - Finance Director (18677)
About Us:
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.
Finance Director - 18677
Description
This position is pending contract award. The anticipated start date is on October 1, 2026
The Director of Finance holds overall responsibility for the finance unit and the financial function of the program. This role directs all finance activities related to the group, including financial analysis, financial planning, budgeting, restructuring, liquidity management, risk management, cash management, financial institutions, suppliers, analysts, representation at public forums, and oversight of finance department activities supporting the IERW FSN program.
What you will be responsible for:
Develop and manage a centralized finance function to establish and maintain controls, budgeting and forecasting processes, and analytical capabilities for the program.
Implement a business planning process including initiative prioritization, operating and capital planning, performance and productivity reporting, and other areas deemed important by the Program and Deputy Director.
Lead the program through development of the operating plan and manage implementation across the period of performance for the program.
Develop presentations for the Program Senior Leadership, and corporate Leadership.
Manage the programs cash positions through periods of high and low liquidity.
Present and discuss with executive management the financial implications of operational plans, market performance (domestic and international), changes in Balance Sheet and P&L accounts, cause ‑ and ‑ effect analysis of transactions, trend interpretation, and strategic recommendations.
Develop and review annual budgets, capital and operating forecasts, and present monthly and quarterly comparisons of actual versus budgeted or forecasted results with variance analysis.
Provide strategic input and direction for program operational planning.
Develop cost accounting and reporting systems and provide cost breakdowns by cost drivers.
Develop and administer cost models showing market profitability using revenue indicators and cost drivers, providing strategic input and direction for selecting or discontinuing product or service lines.
All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
What you will need to be successful in this role:
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree; or eight years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
MBA preferred.
At least ten (10) years of progressive finance experience is required.
At least five (5) years of leadership experience is preferred.
In depth knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations FAR, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations DFAR, Cost Accounting Standards CAS, and related federal and state legislation and regulations.
In order to access the Fort Rucker site, U.S. citizenship is required.
- 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…
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