BAE Systems

Dir I- Finance

BAE Systems • $120K — $150K *
Kingsport, TN 37660In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
11 - 15 years of experience
Reposted 4 days ago
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree and 12 years work experience or equivalent
  • Experience in Finance/Accounting Management
  • Strong background in Financial Strategy, Planning, and Analysis
  • Proven background in Program/Project Management
  • Demonstrated leadership in People Management
  • Ability to foster professional relationships with customers
  • Effective communication for strategic decision-making
  • Proven capability in continuous process improvement

Responsibilities

  • Act as a trusted advisor to organizational leaders
  • Lead hiring, training, and task assignment for finance team
  • Guide senior leadership on site financial strategy
  • Oversee financial management across the Holston plant
  • Ensure compliance with legal and company policies
  • Deliver accurate and timely financial reporting
  • Coordinate financial data consistency across teams
  • Lead variance reviews and costing analysis
  • Streamline costs through operational efficiency
  • Support ERP upgrades and implementation efforts

Benefits

  • Join a leading defense contractor in a pivotal financial role
  • Opportunity to engage in significant financial strategies
  • Collaborative environment with cross-functional teams
  • Chance to influence operational efficiency and cost management
  • Work at a key military production facility with strategic importance
Full Job Description
Job Description

BAE Systems Inc., is currently hiring a Finance Director to join our Ordnance Systems Inc. (OSI) business at the Holston Army Ammunition Plant in Kingsport, TN. This role will serve as the Site Finance Lead and provide overall financial leadership and guidance within OSI Holston in the Platforms & Services Sector of BAE Systems and provide support and input to Business Area Leadership, including production and facility management to ensure that all financial commitments are achieved. Provide timely and accurate reporting of financial information to OSI management including QBR, IBP, MBR, and any other ad hoc requirements. Manage the Accounting and Finance organization staff within OSI Holston.

Responsibilities:
  • Serve as a trusted business partner and advisor to the organization.
  • Participate in the hiring process and is responsible for assigning tasks, training, developing, and evaluating a team of Accounting and Finance professionals.
  • Provide guidance and support to senior leaders on strategy of the site.
  • Advise management of all financial matters across the Holston plant including, Indirect costs, Production, Overhead & Maintenance costs, and IRAD/CRAD programs.
  • Operate in accordance with all legal, ethical, and company requirements, including company policies and procedures, standard policies, standard operating procedures, department instructions, and USG regulations found in FAR and CAS.
  • Ensure accurate and timely reporting of financial data, the preparation of annual operating plans, quarterly forecasts, budgets, and various other financial activities within the Holston operation - including production, facility management, and modernization programs.
  • Coordinate with other finance and functional groups to assure consistency and integrity of data.
  • Oversee costing analysis of the site and lead team in variance reviews.
  • Minimize total cost in assigned financial area (including personnel, data processing support, other required support, etc.) through review of required output, efficiency of operations, and assignment of appropriate and capable personnel.
  • Provide support of ERP upgrades and assist team with implementations.


Required Skills and Education

  • Bachelor's Degree and 12 years work experience or equivalent experience
  • Experience in Finance/Accounting Management
  • Experience in Financial Strategy, Planning, and Analysis
  • Experience in Program/Project Management
  • Experience in People Management with established track record of leading and motivating teams
  • Ability to develop professional and effective relationships with internal and external customers
  • Ability to communicate effectively and recommend strategic business decisions to senior leadership
  • Proven ability to drive continuous process improvement and efficiency within a finance organization
  • Ability to communicate financial information clearly and concisely across a broad audience
  • Demonstrated ability in promoting adherence to the company's legal, ethical, and company requirements, including Company Financial Policies and Procedures
  • Strong coaching and mentoring skills with ability to achieve results through others
  • Sound interpersonal skills used when interfacing, coordinating, and negotiating with company personnel, customers, and suppliers
  • Extensive financial business acumen and relevant skillset


This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Preferred Skills and Education

  • MBA/Graduate Degree
  • CPA/CMA Certification
  • Experience in Chemical Manufacturing
  • Experience in Program Finance and Cost Accounting
  • Experience in U.S. Government Contracting, including FAR and CAS
  • Experience in ERP process improvement/implementation
  • Experience in Oracle EBS toolset or HFM

About BAE Systems

BAE Systems plc is a British multinational arms, security, and aerospace company. It is among the world's largest defense contractors, with over 85,000 employees and operations in over 40 countries. BAE Systems is involved in the design, development, and manufacture of a wide range of products and services, including military aircraft, naval ships, and land vehicles. The company also provides a range of cybersecurity and intelligence services. BAE Systems has a long history, dating back to the 19th century, and has been involved in many major defense projects. Visit baesystems.com for more information.
Learn more about BAE Systems
Size
90,500 employees
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Founded
1997
NASDAQ
BAESF
* Ladders Estimates

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