Assistant Treasurer

Applied Aerospace & Defense; Connecticut; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Aerospace & Defense is seeking a senior treasury leader to manage cash flow, liquidity, and banking relationships in support of aerospace manufacturing operations. The role reports to the CFO and will drive treasury policy development, compliance, and strategic initiatives within ITAR-compliant environments.

The ideal candidate has 5–8 years in treasury or corporate finance, with experience in aerospace or manufacturing industries, strong analytical skills, and knowledge of GAAP and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics; MBA preferred.
• CTP or CPA designation a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily cash management and liquidity across the organization.
• Maintain and develop banking relationships to secure favorable terms and access to capital.
• Manage credit agreements and ensure covenants and reporting compliance.
• Oversee equipment leasing arrangements and align financing with operations.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks including currency and interest rate exposure.
• Ensure treasury policies and external regulatory reporting compliance.
• Identify opportunities to automate treasury processes and improve efficiency.
• Collaborate with accounting, finance and legal teams on projects and strategic objectives.
• Assess and integrate banking relationships and treasury controls during acquisitions.

Skills

Cash Management

Banking Relationships

Credit Agreements

Equipment Leasing

Financial Risk Management

Financial Compliance and Reporting

Process Improvement

Team Collaboration

Acquisition Integration

Financial Modeling

Communication

Treasury Systems

U.S. GAAP

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or economics

MBA

Certified Treasury Professional (CTP)

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Tools

Treasury Systems

Job description

Join the team that builds for the best. At Applied Aerospace, we design, fabricate, and test mission-critical aerospace components for leading innovators like SpaceX, NASA, Northrop Grumman, and Boeing. Every part we create reflects our relentless commitment to quality, reliability, and performance. Through precision engineering and purpose-driven innovation, we’re helping take aerospace technology to new heights — and we’re looking for talented individuals who want to be part of that journey.

The Assistant Treasurer for Applied Aerospace & Defense will play a critical role in managing the company's financial risk, liquidity, and banking relationships. Reporting directly to the CFO, this position will be instrumental in developing and implementing treasury policies, overseeing cash management activities, and supporting the strategic financial objectives of the organization within the complex aerospace and defense sector. The ideal candidate will have experience in treasury organizations, banking, or financial analyst roles, with potential for growth into a Treasurer role over time.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Cash Management: Oversee daily cash management activities, including cash flow projections, ensuring optimal liquidity and cash utilization across the organization.
• Banking Relationships: Maintain and develop strong relationships with banking partners and financial institutions to ensure favorable terms and access to capital.
• Credit Agreements: Manage the oversight of credit agreements, ensuring compliance with financial covenants and reporting requirements.
• Equipment Leasing: Oversee equipment leasing arrangements, negotiating terms to align financing strategies with operational needs.
• Financial Risk Management: Assist in identifying, evaluating, and mitigating financial risks, including foreign currency exposure and interest rate risk.
• Financial Compliance and Reporting: Ensure compliance with internal treasury policies, external regulations, and financial reporting requirements.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance treasury operations through automation and best practices.
• Team Collaboration: Collaborate with accounting, finance, and legal teams on various projects, contributing to the overall financial strategy of the organization.
• Acquisition Integration: Assess and integrate banking relationships, cash management processes, treasury controls, and financing arrangements of acquired entities.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. An MBA or master’s degree is preferred.
• Certifications: Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation is a plus.
• Experience: Minimum of 5-8 years of experience in treasury, corporate finance, banking, or financial analyst roles, with a demonstrated ability to manage cash flow and banking relationships. Experience in the aerospace, defense, or related manufacturing industry is a significant plus.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in financial modeling and forecasting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of interacting effectively with internal teams and external financial partners.
• In-depth knowledge of treasury systems, financial instruments, and capital markets.
• Familiarity with U.S. GAAP and relevant financial regulations.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as assigned, consistent with business needs and applicable law.

Due to the nature of our work and applicable U.S. export control laws, this position requires International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) eligibility. Only individuals who qualify as a “U.S. person” as defined by ITAR (U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents, refugees, or asylees), unless specified otherwise within job description, are eligible for employment.

Applied Aerospace & Defense (“AA&D”) is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Applicants who require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to disability, medical condition, or other protected reason may contact the Human Resources Department. Requests will be reviewed in accordance with applicable law.

Where required by law, the applicable pay range and a summary of benefits and other compensation for this position will be provided.