Job Description

BAE Systems Ship Repair business is hiring Director of Finance to lead the business financial operations to include financial planning, reporting, compliance, accounting, financial business systems, and corporate investments. This leader is focused on business execution and operational excellence and is responsible for executing our financial business strategy and the efficient growth of the Ship Repair portfolio. This role will include direct management of Finance Directors within each Shipyard, Accounting, FP&A, and Business Systems Finance leaders, as well as cognizance over all program finance, FP&A, accounting, compliance, business systems, and proposal estimating team members.

The Ship Repair Director of Finance is responsible for leading the Finance function (Shipyard locations include Norfolk, VA; San Diego, CA; and Jacksonville, FL). Responsibilities include developing, interpreting, and implementing financial concepts for the Ship Repair business area. This will include gathering, analyzing, preparing, and summarizing recommendations for financial plan, trend future requirements, and operating forecasts. Responsibilities include oversight of all Ship Repair Shipyards and achievement of financial salients to ensure overall positive financial performance. Prepare reports of findings and recommendations to management, monitor business performance by shipyard, and analyze financial performance, including comparisons of actual results to planed results. Mange the Finance department including creating a successful pipeline of talent within the Ship Repair finance function.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the businesses financial operations including bid strategy, program financial management, financial planning, developing and maintaining appropriate fiscal controls and standards, and preparing and interpreting financial reports.

• Operate as a key business partner and work collaboratively with other business functions (inclusive of legal, contracts, supply chain, safety, security, among others).

• Provide financial guidance and advice to the Ship Repair Senior Leadership team regarding capital investments, contract negotiations, risk and opportunity assessment, and other financial analyses.

• Accountable for appraising operating results in terms of costs, budgets, and policies of operations, trends, and increased profit opportunities.

• Safeguard the credibility and reputation of the enterprise by providing timely and accurate analysis of budgets, financial trends, and forecasts.

• Foster innovative problem solving, performance excellence, and continuous improvement to deliver affordable, effective, and dependable solutions.

• Lead a culture that promotes inclusivity, belonging, caring, all-around well-being, and inspiring teamwork and personal excellence in alignment with the BAE Systems leadership behaviors and cultural principles.

• Lead, mentor, develop, and retain top talent.

• Ensure the functional finance team is optimally structured, trained, supported, and aligned to deliver work with maximum impact.

• Demonstrate and promote alignment with the business cultural principles and model safe, inclusive, and ethical behavior.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or similar discipline and 12 years of relevant work experience or equivalent experience

• Experience in Financial Management/Leadership

• Experience in Program Finance and Accounting

• Experience in Aerospace, Defense, Maritime, or similar Manufacturing/Production industries

• Experience in Finance Leadership for a Complex Business Portfolio

• Experience in Strategic Partnership with Line Leadership

• Experience in People Management/Leadership in a dynamic organization

• Strong business acumen and proven leadership to drive attainment of financial metrics and key objectives

• Demonstrated understanding of Manufacturing/Production, Program Finance, and Program Control processes and responsibilities

• Demonstrated understanding of Financial Accounting (IFRS) and Government compliance regulations (FAR)

• Ability to serve as a strategic partner for leadership and influence short and long-term business planning and decision-making

• Ability to manage diverse stakeholders and challenge the status quo to support continuous improvement and further our competitive advantage

• Ability to ensure compliance with complex Defense (DoD) requirements

• Possession of excellent interpersonal and influencing skills

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

• Ability to frequently travel between sites

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Master of Business Administration (MBA)

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

• Experience in Shipbuilding, Ship Repair, or Maritime industries

• Experience in Defense Contracting (DoD) industries

• Experience in Earned Value Management (EVM)

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $196296 - $333704

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

Director, Finance - Ship Repair

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