Director of Finance - Petaluma, United States - Women in Corporate Aviation

Description

General Description

The Director of Finance & Planning will play a key role in driving the financial success of Solairus by providing relevant financial analysis for the total Company and for operating divisions, building financial models to support projections and long-range planning, budgeting, forecasting and reporting to support strategic decision-making.

The Director will report directly to the SVP of Finance and will collaborate closely with the finance team, operating division leadership and executive management.

Essential Duties

As a senior member of the finance team and with the assistance of an analyst, essential duties of the Director to include

Financial

Analysis

Conduct comprehensive financial analysis to evaluate company performance, identifytrends,andprovideinsightstokeystakeholders.

Analyzefinancialdataandmetricstoassessrisksandopportunitiesandmake recommendationsforimprovement.

Developandmaintainfinancialdashboardsandperformancemetricsformonitoringandreportingpurposes

Financial


Modeling:
Developandmaintaincomplexfinancialmodelstosupportstrategicplanning,forecasting,andscenarioanalysis.

Evaluatethefinancialimpactofvariousbusinessinitiatives,investments,andprojects.

Work closelywithcross-functional teams tointegrate financial models intobusiness planningprocesses.

BudgetingandForecasting

Leadtheannualbudgetingprocess,includingcoordinatingwithdepartmentheadsto develop detailed budgets aligned with company goals and objectives.

Prepare accurate financial forecasts and variance analysis to track performance againstbudget and forecast.

Identifyopportunitiestooptimizeresourceallocationandimprovebudgetingprocesses.

ReportingandCommunication

Prepare timely and accurate analytical reports, including supporting schedules for themonthly/quarterly financial statements.

Prepare financial / analytical information and analysis for senior management and the board of directors as requested; provide strategic insights and recommendations.

Collaborate withinternalandexternalstakeholders toensure transparency andalignmentonfinancialmatters.

StrategicPlanning

Partnerwithseniorleadershiptodevelopandexecutethecompany'slong-termfinancial strategyandbusinessplans.

Provide financial guidance and support for strategic initiatives, including mergers and acquisitions, partnerships, and new product/service launches.

Assessandmitigatefinancialrisksanddevelopcontingencyplanstosafeguardthecompany'sfinancialhealth.

MinimumQualifications

Education

Bachelor'sdegreeinfinance,accounting,economicsorrelatedfield

MBAorCPAdesignationpreferred

Experience

Minimum of 5 yearsof progressive experience in financial analysis, financial planning andanalysis,orrelatedrole

Strongproficiencyinfinancialmodeling,budgetingandforecastingtechniques

Excellent organizational, leadership, and people skills, with the ability to collaboratecross-functionally and influence decision-making

Technical

Skill

Advanced proficiencyin financialsoftwareand tools (e.g., Excel, ERP systems andfinancialmodelingsoftware

Experienceorganizingandmanagingprojects

AnalyticalSkills

Stronganalyticalandcriticalthinkingskill

Attentiontodetailwithahighdegreeofaccuracyinworkproducts

LeadershipAbilities

Peopleoriented/approachable/friendly

Provenabilitytoleadandmotivateteams

Deadlinedriven

Adaptability

Abilitytoadapttochangingprioritiesandworkinadynamicenvironment

Willingnesstotakeonnewchallengesandresponsibilities

Strongabilitytomulti-task

EthicalConduct

Commitmenttoethicalstandardsandconfidentiality

Driventodotherightthingandupholdanimpeccablelevelofintegrityinfinancialoperations

Couragetoshareideas/issuesonatimelybasisanddriveforsolutions.

Location

This position is based in the Corporate Headquarters in Petaluma, CA.

It is currently a Hybrid position with in-office work a minimum of two days per week (Tuesdays and Wednesdays' preferred).

Target compensation is $140k plus bonus.

Why work with Solairus?

Solairus is a private aviation services company assisting aircraft owners with the safe, reliable, and efficient management and operation of their aircraft.

Headquartered in the beautiful California Wine Country, Solairus Aviation is a destination employer offering nationwide operating bases, a stimulating work environment, and an array of modern benefits to employees.

From a generous 401K matching structure to employee wellness programs and top-notch health benefits, Solairus firmly believes our team members are our greatest asset and we are committed to providing an exceptional employment experience.

Solairus Aviation embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be

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