Director of Finance and Strategic Planning - J2T Financial Recruiting : Job Details

What's Awesome About Our Client?

• Highly respected, locally headquartered and operated, industry leader in the aviation sector

• Exceptional, tenured leadership that highly values ideas as well as continued development and growth

• Interesting, diverse and dynamic work that straddles finance, operations and strategic planning with ongoing interaction with the CEO and BOD

• Voted as one of the industry's best companies by a top professional publication for multiple years running

Why this job – Director of Finance and Strategic Planning:

A Colorado-based aviation company is looking for a talented professional who embraces a culture combining safety, excellence and teamwork. This role will serve as the company's lead finance advisor, providing both operational and strategic guidance, and will work closely with the highly talented accounting team. This is an exceptional opportunity for someone looking to take their skills to the next level, be valued for their ideas and team commitment, and enjoy the perks of a unique, exciting and constantly evolving industry. In this role, you will collaborate closely with the President/CEO, the Board of Directors, and the broader team to drive the business forward.

What You'll Actually Do:

• Prepare forecasts, comprehensive budgets and cashflow projections, and analyze company performance

• Collaborate with operational teams to review and improve financial performance

• Lead financial and risk management policy creation and implementation

• Perform as the liaison for Information technology around business initiatives and operational needs

• Direct financial planning and strategies and prepare operational reporting

• Collaborate with operational teams to review and improve financial performance

• Collaborate closely with the accounting team, President, operational leadership and BOD on a consistent basis

To Be Successful in This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

• 6 – 10 years of experience with a foundation in accounting (public audit or industry) before moving into finance focused role

• CPA or CMA required

• Corporate/Large business experience highly preferred

• Experience in real estate leasing and financing a plus

• ERP system proficiency needed/MS Business Central preferred

• High level of emotional intelligence, integrity and enthusiasm

• Self-starter with confidence and the ability to manage up

Where and How Much:

• Target Compensation: $150-$180k plus bonus potential

• Hybrid-3 days/week in DTC office after all training and ramp up are completed

• 100% Employer Paid Benefits

• 401K w/ 6% match | Pension Plan | 3 weeks PTO