Senior Finance Manager MRO

XO; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in business aviation is seeking a Senior Finance Manager MRO to oversee financial operations at their MRO facility. This pivotal role involves managing financial complexities, regulatory compliance, and leading a finance team while ensuring efficiency and cost-effectiveness in operations.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in finance roles, including 3+ years in an MRO capacity.
• Strong experience in a multi-entity global organization.
• Track record in financial performance management for capital-intensive operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and oversee financial reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes aligned with strategic goals.
• Oversee cost management and monitor cash flow for operational readiness.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Decision-making skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Master’s degree or CPA

Job description

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The Senior Finance Manager MRO will oversee financial operations for an MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) facility, ensuring accurate reporting, regulatory compliance, and cost-efficient financial management. This role is pivotal in managing the financial complexities of MRO operations, including inventory, labour costs, and compliance with aviation industry standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial management within the aviation or MRO sectors and the ability to lead a finance team in a dynamic environment.

Vista Global, the global business aviation group, integrates a unique portfolio of companies offering asset-light services to cover all aspects of business aviation, through its brands. The group's mission is to lead the change to provide customers with the most advanced flying services and the very best value, anytime, anywhere around the world.

Your Responsibilities

• Prepare and oversee timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Consolidate financial data across MRO operations, including maintenance activities and facility performance.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with operational goals and strategic objectives.
• Provide financial performance insights, including detailed analysis of maintenance costs, inventory, and labour efficiency.

Regulatory Compliance & Internal Controls:

• Ensure compliance with aviation industry financial regulations, including Part 145 requirements.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls to safeguard company assets and optimize financial accuracy.
• Collaborate with external auditors to ensure smooth audit processes and compliance with applicable accounting standards (., GAAP, IFRS).

Operational Oversight:

• Oversee cost management related to spare parts, tooling, and workforce allocation.
• Monitor cash flow to ensure operational readiness for maintenance schedules and customer commitments.
• Drive process improvements to enhance financial operations, focusing on efficiency and cost reduction.
• Lead and mentor a team of finance professionals who are dedicated to supporting the maintenance function globally.
• Ensure the development of finance staff, promoting best practices and knowledge sharing across entities.

Performs any other tasks reasonably required to be undertaken in accordance with the instructions of the Reporting Manager.

Required Skills, Qualifications, and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; Master’s degree or CPA preferred.
• CPA, CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent certification is preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in finance roles, with at least 3+ years in a MRO capacity supporting operational functions (maintenance, engineering, or similar).
• Strong experience working in a multi-entity, global organization with a complex regulatory environment.
• Proven track record in managing financial performance for large-scale, capital-intensive operations such as maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) or industrial operations.
• Familiarity with regulatory and financial reporting requirements for MRO facilities.
• You enjoy working in a highly pressured, dynamic, entrepreneurial environment, keen to engage as required by a growing business.
• Proven track record of leading large, cross-functional, and geographically dispersed teams.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with senior leadership and global teams.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with a results-oriented approach.