Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

About RH Aero Systems

RH Aero Systems is setting the standard for aviation tooling, support equipment and services. We deliver capability across custom-designed Ground Support Equipment, OEM-licensed engine and airframe tooling, 26 global service centers and innovative engineered solutions for OEMs, MROs and Operators worldwide. RH Aero Systems’ global headquarters is in Mason, Ohio, USA. For further details visit RHAero.com.

About the Role

We’re looking for a sharp, self-directed Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager to serve as the analytical engine behind our financial analysis, reporting and decision support. This is a high-visibility role that works directly with the CFO, senior leadership and our investors, translating complex financial data into clear narratives that drive action. You’ll own delivering timely and relevant financial reports and insights, proactive analysis, and critical investment and resourcing decision support to drive profitable growth and operational excellence across the organization. The successful candidate will be comfortable with the spectrum of both tenacious financial analysis methods and formal Board reporting. Winning in this role is accomplished by partnering with fellow finance and accounting team members across borders along with cross functional business partners across the organization to enable the successful delivery of key business goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Financial Analysis and Insights across driver-based forecasts, scenario analyses and monthly/quarterly/annual reporting packages – leading to valuable insights, recommendation and decision support.   
• Develop and maintain integrated financial models supporting revenue, profitability, cash flow, and capital expenditure planning.
• Publish monthly actual financial results to include commentary on key business performance indicators and variances against budget, prior forecast.
• Support long-range strategic planning and scenario analysis to evaluate growth opportunities and business risks.
• Provide detailed analysis of financial and operational performance, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Conduct profitability analyses by customer, program, product line, and business unit. Collaborate with operations, engineering, program management, supply chain, and sales teams to improve financial performance.
• Monitor revenue, bookings, backlog, labor utilization, manufacturing efficiency, and margin performance.
• Support board presentations, lender reporting, and other external financial reporting requirements as needed.
• Support pricing strategies, customer proposals, and investment decisions through financial analysis.
• Evaluate capital investment opportunities and business cases for equipment, facilities, technology, and growth initiatives.
• Assist in merger and acquisition evaluations, integration planning, and strategic growth initiatives when applicable.
• Analyze manufacturing costs, labor productivity, overhead absorption, and inventory performance, with your financial analyst.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Enhance data integrity, automation, and reporting capabilities within ERP and business intelligence systems.
• Lead and develop FP&A analysts and Treasury Manager.
• Supports other finance and business partners as needed

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field required.
• MBA, CPA, CMA, or CFA preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive finance, FP&A, or corporate finance experience.
• Experience within Big 4 Professional Services and Accounting firms, Private Equity, aerospace, defense, manufacturing, industrial, or engineered products environments strongly preferred.
• Ability to balance ad-hoc and scheduled work effectively, to prioritize work meeting the needs of stakeholders – you are comfortable performing analyses quickly to respond with insights with speed and at the pace required.
• Experience supporting organizations with annual revenues of $250 million+ preferred.
• Experience leading other team members preferred.
• Mastery level financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to influence business decisions through data-driven analysis.
• Demonstrated experience with accounting close processes, ERP systems and BI platforms
• Advanced Microsoft Excel capability
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with all levels
• Winning and collaborative disposition

• Commitment to company values and business ethics.
• This role is based in Mason, Ohio.
• Candidates must be U.S. citizens .

Other Information

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our team’s health, financial security, and overall well-being. The company offers competitive medical, dental, and vision plans, HSA and FSA plans, Mental health resources, and employee assistance programs. We offer Paid Parental Leave, Company Paid Long Term Disability, competitive 401k employer match, floating holiday, tuition reimbursement program, amongst other benefits.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. The company participates in E-Verify as required by law.