Finance Director

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 Education, Experience, & Skills

• 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

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• 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

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $138267 - $235053

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.


About BAE Systems Platforms & Services
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.

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.

Salary : $138,267 - $235,053