Director, Finance

L3Harris Technologies•Tempe, AZ

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Director, Finance leads a team of finance professionals and collaborates cross-functionally to drive business performance for a provider of night vision products. The role leads financial planning and analysis, synthesizes complex data to inform operational decisions, and supports profitability and sustainable business growth through expertise in cost structures, market dynamics, and investment opportunities. It also contributes directly to cash management, portfolio evaluation, and financial restructuring, translating technical analyses into actionable insights for executive leadership. The position provides functional support to Operations and is responsible for department budget planning and structural cost optimization in light of commercial requirements and competitive market dynamics. It requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance and up to 25% travel to Tempe, Arizona, or Londonderry, New Hampshire. The listed schedule is 9/80: employees work 9 out of every 14 days for a total of 80 hours, with every other Friday off.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and at least 15 years of prior finance experience; alternatively, a graduate degree and at least 13 years of prior finance experience; or at least 19 years of prior finance experience in lieu of a degree.
Experience in budget preparation and variance analysis.
Experience working with financial planning software.
Knowledge of journal entry recording and indirect expense management.
Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.
Ability to travel up to 25% to Tempe, Arizona, or Londonderry, New Hampshire.

Nice To Haves

Excellent communication skills for conducting meetings and collaborating with senior leaders.
Strong analytical and reporting skills.
Experience in integrated business planning or S&OP.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling.
Experience with Ariba or similar procurement software.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Prior experience in the Aerospace and Defense industry and an in-depth understanding of government contracting.
Expertise using program finance tools such as SAP, Excel, or BPC.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to communicate effectively with peers, leadership, and other functions through oral, written, and listening skills.
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a challenging, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Develop, interpret, and implement financial concepts for financial planning and analysis.
Perform technical analyses to determine current and future financial performance.
Gather, analyze, prepare, and summarize recommendations for financial plans, portfolio management, future requirements, and operating forecasts.
Analyze profit and loss statements and balance sheets.
Prepare reports of findings and recommendations for leadership.
Prepare proposals for financial restructuring of agreements, acquisitions, and investments.
Review and analyze company cash positions and short- and long-term cash forecasts to determine cash movement to and from working capital and investment accounts.
Coordinate, as needed, company activities related to investment decisions, inventory management, and strategy.
Analyze rates of return, depreciation, working capital requirements, investment opportunities and performance, and the impact of governmental requirements, as needed.
Provide functional support to Operations and oversee department budget planning and structural cost optimization for commerciality and competitive market dynamics.
Lead and collaborate with finance professionals and cross-functional partners to support business performance and provide actionable insights to executive leadership.
Travel up to 25% to Tempe, Arizona, or Londonderry, New Hampshire.