Manager, Finance and Special Projects

Pursuit Aerospace • Manchester, CT

148d

About The Position

The Manager, Finance & Special Projects is responsible for managing special projects including but not limited to ongoing business transformation, diligence and integration activities, aimed at expanding margins and improved cash flow. This will be a hybrid role with some travel (up to 25%).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related business degrees
• At least 7 years of financial planning & analysis experience
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without sponsorship now or in the future
• Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in accounting, finance or business
• Experience with Qlik BI or other BI tools
• Manufacturing experience
• Hyperion Planning knowledge preferred
• Advanced financial modeling skills
• Strong analytical skills – demonstrated ability to analyze data, draw conclusions and develop actionable recommendations
• Working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), pertaining to indirect rate structures and allowability of cost
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage and lead teams
• Ability to communicate and present effectively to senior leadership team
• Ability to work with team members in a hands-on capacity
• Ability to read and interpret financial and accounting documents and reports
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive project plans, define scope, goals, milestones, schedules, and deliverables to guide financial projects from start to finish
• Create and manage budgets, forecast expenditures, monitor spending, and conduct post-project financial reviews to ensure projects stay within financial limits
• Analyze potential financial and operational risks, create mitigation strategies, and adjust plans to minimize impact on project success
• Act as the primary liaison between finance, operational teams, senior management, and external partners by providing clear, timely progress updates and managing expectations
• Direct activities of project teams, motivate members, collaborate cross-functionally, and manage conflicts to ensure smooth project progression
• Prepare detailed financial and status reports for senior leadership, ensure compliance with relevant financial policies, regulations, and internal control standards
• Identify opportunities to enhance financial processes and implement revised financial policies
• Lead the planning, implementation, and monitoring of finance projects and special initiatives
• Collaborate with finance, accounting, IT, and operational/functional teams to align project scope and timelines
• Track project costs, analyze variances, and recommend corrective actions to stay on budget
• Facilitate meetings, document progress, manage project documentation, and present findings
• Support training and change management efforts related to new initiatives, financial systems or procedures

Benefits

• Health and disability insurance
• 401(k) match
• Flexible spending accounts
• EAP
• Paid time off
• Company-paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees