Sr. Director Finance Free Cash Flow

Honeywell • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

The Senior Director of FP&A is a key leader responsible for financial planning, forecasting, performance management, and strategic financial insight across global Honeywell Aerospace. Reporting to the VP FP&A, this role encompasses end-to-end Cash and Working Capital FP&A ownership for the $18B enterprise, bridging strategy with execution by translating operational and commercial activity into financial outcomes and promoting disciplined, fact-based decision-making. We seek a strategic and operationally driven finance leader to oversee the company’s financial planning, forecasting, and analysis processes, ensuring alignment with both strategy and operational execution. Working closely with the VP FP&A, CFO, executive leadership, and business unit leaders, you will provide actionable insights to drive growth, improve working capital and free cash flow, and enhance financial discipline across the organization. This is a highly visible role requiring deep expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and performance management, as well as the ability to translate complex financial data into clear, strategic recommendations. A proven track record of leading global FP&A teams, influencing executive decision-making, and driving measurable business outcomes is essential.

Requirements

• 15+ years of progressive finance experience, with at least 5 years in FP&A leadership roles.
• Proven track record of influencing executive decision-making through financial insights.
• Strong expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and performance management.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to simplify complex data.
• Experience with ERP systems, BI tools, and advanced Excel/financial modeling.
• Ability to travel occasionally to support global teams and attend meetings.
• Experience operating in large, matrixed organizations

Nice To Haves

• Hands-on, roll up the sleeve’s leadership approach with an ability to manage multiple competing interests in a fast-paced environment
• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA, CPA, or CFA preferred.
• A doer and a teacher.
• Experience building a team with a strong emphasis on employee development
• Uncompromising work ethics and a team first mentality
• Operates with a sense of urgency.
• Aggressive, relentless approach to understanding concepts, taking ownership and driving results
• Passion for forecasting and continuous improvement
• Comfort with public company financial processes—forecasting, external reporting, IPO readiness, earnings guidance, and investor engagement.

Responsibilities

• Planning & Forecasting: Lead annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and six quarter rolling forecast processes in partnership with executive leadership.
• Performance Reporting: Deliver timely, accurate, and insightful reporting on company performance, KPIs, and trends.
• Business Partnering: Collaborate with business unit leaders to translate operational strategies into financial outcomes and drive accountability.
• Capital Allocation: Provide analysis and recommendations on investments, resource allocation, and growth initiatives.
• Scenario Modeling: Develop and maintain robust financial models to support decision-making and risk management.
• Executive Support: Prepare board-level presentations, investor materials, and executive reports that clearly communicate financial performance and outlook.
• Team Leadership: Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing FP&A team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Process Improvement: Drive enhancements in financial systems, reporting tools, and analytical capabilities.
• Reporting Accuracy: Champion auditability, transparency, and investor readiness

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director