VP - Finance AeroTech

Oshkosh Corporation, Inc.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 190,000 - 370,000; Full time

Job summary

Oshkosh AeroTech, a leading aviation ground support provider, seeks a Vice President of Finance to lead the finance organization across six international locations. You will ensure GAAP compliance, internal controls and accurate financial reporting while partnering with the President and CFO.

This role drives strategy to increase sales, earnings and cash flow, oversees budgeting and forecasts, and builds a high-performing team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or business.
• 15+ years of relevant finance leadership experience.
• MBA and CPA designation strongly desired.
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial sector.
• Public accounting experience preferred.
• Strong ethics and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate financial planning, reporting and analysis for the segment.
• Drive rigorous financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting and closing processes.
• Develop long-term strategic and financial plans with functional leads.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and SOX.
• Improve cash flow and manage forecasting.
• Lead a global finance team across multiple locations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Ethics

Forecasting

Financial analysis

GAAP knowledge

Matrix leadership

International experience

Manufacturing experience

Public accounting experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or business

MBA

CPA designation

Job description

About Oshkosh AeroTech

About Oshkosh AeroTech, an Oshkosh company Oshkosh AeroTech is a leading provider of aviation ground support products, gate equipment and airport services to commercial airlines, airports, air-freight carriers, ground handling and military customers. Oshkosh AeroTech offers products that make a difference in people’s lives by supporting those in our communities who do some of the toughest work. They own many of the most trusted brands in the air transportation industry, including LEKTRO®, JetAire®, JetPower®, AmpTekÔ, Jetway®, and more.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Vice President of Finance will serve in a key matrix leadership role, supporting both the President of Oshkosh AeroTech and the Segment Chief Financial Officer for the Vocational segment. This leader will have overall responsibility for the AeroTech finance organization, leading approximately 50 finance team members across six international locations. The role is accountable for ensuring the integrity of financial reporting, compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and Oshkosh Corporation policies, and the development and maintenance of a strong internal control environment. The Vice President of Finance is a strategic business partner to the President and AeroTech leadership team, providing financial insight and leadership to drive business performance. The successful candidate will identify and implement strategies and actions to increase sales, earnings, and cash flow; actively participate in key business and strategic initiatives; and provide clear visibility to financial trends, risks, opportunities, and business performance to support effective decision-making and long-term profitable growth.

YOUR IMPACT:

• Direct and coordinate financial planning, reporting and analysis functions for the segment.
• Drive rigorous and transparent financial reporting, forecasting, financial planning and analysis, closing process, and budgeting throughout the segment so optimal business decisions can be made.
• Work with functional leads to develop the long-term strategic and financial plan.
• Participate in the business unit staff meetings and other activities to support the president.
• Ensure policies and procedures for the segment are in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and Oshkosh Corporation accounting policies and procedures.
• Coordinate financial audits and provide recommendations for procedural improvements.
• Ensure compliance with the company’s internal controls, including SOX requirements.
• Drive Improved cash flow.
• Manage the preparation of financial forecasts.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal tax laws and regulations.
• Establish short and long-range departmental goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures.
• Design, establish and maintain an organizational structure to effectively accomplish the departments goals and objectives.
• Develop a highly effective and efficient team.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or business with strong accounting experience.
• 15 plus years of experience.

STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS:

• MBA and Certified Public Accounting designation (CPA) are strongly desired.
• Public accounting experience.
• Outstanding leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Unquestioned ethics and a commitment to doing what’s right.
• Track record of developing meaningful relationships at all levels within an organization, including as applicable, at both the segment and corporate levels, and a history of performing effectively in a matrixed reporting structure.
• Knowledge of finance, budgeting, cost control principles, and accounting (financial and operational), including U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations.
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, analysis and projections.
• Experience preparing short- and long-term budgeting and forecasting, rolling forecasts, and product-line profitability analysis.
• Ability to motivate teams to produce quality work product within tight timeframes and simultaneously manage several projects.
• Extensive experience working in a manufacturing company.
• International experience or exposure to international markets.

#LI-KM1 Pay Range: $189,800.00 - $370,200.00 The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education and skills, as well as the equity of pay among team members in similar positions. Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package, we prioritize a people-first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success.

Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at [e-mail].

Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.

Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.

Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.

Advance your career by advancing the world. For many of our team members, this is more than a career. It’s a calling. Oshkosh is home to thousands of difference-makers working together to build, serve and protect people and communities around the world. From the front lines to the firehouse, the people we serve are driven by a sense of purpose. The people who work here are no different. Our engineering and product innovation help keep soldiers and firefighters safe, is critical in building and keeping communities clean and helps people do their jobs every day. As part of a People First culture, you’ll be encouraged and empowered to take ownership of your work, develop your career and make a real impact on the world around you.

Oshkosh is a global company that designs and manufactures some of the world’s toughest specialty and access equipment under the brands of JLG®, Hinowa, Power Towers, Pierce®, MAXIMETAL™, Oshkosh® Defense, McNeilus®, IMT®, Jerr-Dan®, Frontline™ Communications, Oshkosh® Airport Products, Oshkosh® AeroTech™ and Pratt Miller.