Financial Controller - Aviation Manufacturing

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

Controller

Location:

Burlington, WA

Employment Type:

Full-Time

About Client

Our client is an expanding aviation manufacturing organization specializing in aircraft interior designs and manufacturing. They are dedicated to quality offerings, value creation, and fostering a collaborative environment to achieve short and long-term strategic goals within the aerospace industry.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $80,000 - $100,000 per year
• Shift: Standard business hours (may require occasional travel)
• Benefits Package: Paid Time Off, 401k with Matching, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Group Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job Summary

Reporting directly to the President, the Controller is a hands-on, participatory leader and a critical member of the executive management team. This role oversees the Finance, Human Resources, and Information Technology departments, driving strategic decision-making, operations, budgeting, accounting, risk management, and contracts. The Controller is essential in managing financial health, evaluating manufacturing costs, and leading cross-functional teams to ensure the realization of the organization’s strategic growth targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial and accounting functions, including financial systems management, treasury, audits, business insurance, and tax policies.
• Analyze and present accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, while managing organizational cash flow and forecasting.
• Lead the annual budgeting and planning process in conjunction with the General Manager, monitoring progress and keeping leadership appraised of financial status.
• Perform detailed cost accounting tasks, including analyzing data to determine the costs of raw materials, inventory, labor, and manufacturing methods.
• Utilize Absorption and Project Accounting to record cost information and compare standard costs to actual production costs.
• Oversee HR functions, including headcount reporting, recruiting, employee requisitions, policy development, and state/international employment law compliance.
• Provide leadership and continuous mentorship for managers and staff, while supporting the IT Manager in maintaining software/hardware needs.
• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for all departments, recommending corrective actions to achieve goals.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (or beyond) in Finance or Accounting.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in leadership positions.
• Strong computer skills, including ERP software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to share complex financial data or difficult challenges transparently with the President and executive team.
• High integrity, truth‑seeking mindset, and the courage to make hard decisions and resolve differences with urgency.
• Ability to seamlessly balance strategic planning with tactical, roll‑up‑your‑sleeves execution.

Ideal Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is strongly preferred.
• Leadership experience specifically within aviation manufacturing, aerospace, or a similar environment dealing with aircraft or interior designs.
• Commercially adept with a proven track record of driving growth and implementing effective cost-control measures.