VP - Finance AeroTech at Oshkosh in Orlando, FL

Job description

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 as a strategic business partner to the President of Oshkosh AeroTech and AeroTech leadership team, providing financial leadership and insight to drive business performance. The Vice President of Finance will serve in a key matrix leadership role, supporting both the President of AeroTech and the Chief Financial Officer for the Vocational segment. This leader will have overall responsibility for the AeroTech international finance organization of approximately 50 team members, 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 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: These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned. Develop a highly effective and efficient team. Work with functional leads to develop the long-term strategic and financial plan. 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. Direct and coordinate financial planning, reporting and analysis functions for AeroTech. Drive rigorous and transparent financial reporting, forecasting, financial planning and analysis, closing process, and budgeting throughout AeroTech so optimal business decisions can be made. Drive improved cash flow. Participate in staff meetings and other activities to support the AeroTech leadership team. Ensure policies and procedures for AeroTech are in compliance with GAAP and Oshkosh Corporation accounting policies and procedures. Ensure compliance with the company’s internal controls, including SOX requirements. Coordinate financial audits and provide recommendations for procedural improvements. Work with the Oshkosh Corporation tax team to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal tax laws and regulations. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Outstanding leadership, communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to motivate teams to produce quality work product within tight timeframes and simultaneously manage several projects. Unquestioned ethics and a commitment to doing what’s right. Knowledge of finance, budgeting, cost control principles, and accounting (financial and operational), including GAAP. Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, analysis and projections. 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. 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 federal and state laws and regulations. Experience preparing short- and long-term budgeting and forecasting