Aerospace Finance Controller & Strategy Lead

Rio Staffing LLC.; Burlington (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401k with Matching

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Group Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Rio Staffing LLC is partnering with an expanding aviation manufacturing organization in Burlington, WA to hire a hands-on Controller. Reporting to the President, this role leads Finance, HR, and IT, driving budgeting, accounting, risk management, and strategic growth initiatives.

The Controller will refine cost accounting, manage financial statements, cash flow, and forecasts while ensuring compliance with tax policies and insurance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting required.
• Minimum of 8 years in leadership roles.
• Strong computer skills including ERP systems and MS Office.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with executive leadership.
• High integrity and ability to make tough decisions with urgency.
• Ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on execution.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial and accounting functions, including systems, treasury, audits, and tax policies.
• Analyze and present accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and forecasts.
• Lead annual budgeting and planning with the General Manager and leadership team.
• Perform detailed cost accounting across raw materials, inventory, labor, and methods.
• Utilize absorption and project accounting to compare standard vs actual costs.
• Oversee HR functions, recruiting, policies, and employment law compliance.
• Support IT manager and mentorship for managers and staff.
• Develop KPIs for all departments and drive corrective actions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Integrity

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

CPA strongly preferred

Tools

ERP software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Rio Staffing LLC is partnering with an expanding aviation manufacturing organization in Burlington, WA to hire a hands-on Controller. Reporting to the President, this role leads Finance, HR, and IT, driving budgeting, accounting, risk management, and strategic growth initiatives.

The Controller will refine cost accounting, manage financial statements, cash flow, and forecasts while ensuring compliance with tax policies and insurance.