Senior Finance Manager MRO

Vista Global; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in business aviation is seeking a Senior Finance Manager for its MRO facility. This role involves overseeing financial operations, ensuring compliance, and leading a finance team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in finance within the aviation sector, particularly in MRO environments, and will be responsible for financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and operational oversight.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in finance roles, with at least 3+ years in a MRO capacity.
• Strong experience in a multi-entity, global organization.
• Proven track record in managing financial performance for large-scale operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and oversee financial reports and budgeting processes.
• Ensure compliance with aviation industry financial regulations.
• Lead and mentor a team of finance professionals.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

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

Master’s degree or CPA preferred

CPA, CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent certification

Job description

Job Profile

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

• Financial Management & Reporting:
  • 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 (e.g., 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.

• Team Leadership & Development:
  • 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.