Financial Operations & Pricing Lead

Financial Operations & Pricing Lead

Location Colorado Springs, Colorado

Employment Duration Full Time Exempt"

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Welcome to Maytag Aircraft

Maytag Aircraft LLC is a U.S. Government services contractor, providing valuable and essential operations and maintenance services ranging from aircraft refueling and air terminal and ground handling to base operating support at multiple international and domestic locations.

The mission of Maytag Aircraft is to provide the best in contract services in support of U.S. Government operations worldwide, ensuring on time delivery to the highest quality standards at a fair and reasonable price.

Headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado, Maytag Aircraft services contracts that span the globe from Asia, Europe and the Mediterranean area to North and South America. Today, Maytag Aircraft is a major provider of aircraft refueling services and air terminal and ground handling services for the U.S. Department of Defense's Defense Energy Support Center and the Air Force Air Mobility Command.

Services :

Refueling & Base Support

Air Terminal & Ground Support

Job Description

Title : Financial Operations and Pricing Lead Location : Colorado Springs, CO (HQ) Reports to : Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Role Overview

The Financial Operations and Pricing Lead will serve as a key member of Maytag Aircraft’s Finance team, responsible for driving financial performance across our global portfolio of government and commercial contracts. This role combines hands-on P&L management with forward-looking pricing strategy and program finance leadership. The individual will partner closely with the CFO, VP of Operations, Program Managers, and Business Development teams to ensure profitable growth, disciplined execution, and compliance with government contracting requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Operations & P&L Management

Own financial planning, analysis, and reporting for assigned contracts and business lines; forecast and manage direct and indirect contract costs, revenue, profitability, and cash.

Monitor monthly / quarterly P&L results, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions. Work with the Operations team to identify and implement program / site efficiencies.

Develop program / contract forecasts and implement performance measures to help operations team monitor and analyze weekly labor, direct costs, and indirect costs.

Partner with Operations to ensure accurate project-level cost tracking, billing, and financial compliance.

Pricing & Proposal Leadership

Lead pricing strategy for competitive proposals, contract modifications, and REAs (Requests for Equitable Adjustment).

Build pricing models (FFP, CPFF, T&M) that balance competitiveness with profitability.

Collaborate with Business Development and Capture teams to shape win themes with strong financial underpinnings.

Support compliance with FAR / DFARS and Cost Accounting Standards in pricing and cost proposals.

Cross-Functional Leadership

Serve as financial liaison to VP of Operations and extended operations team, ensuring they understand P&L accountability and have the tools to proactively manage financials.

Partner with HR / Operations on wage determinations, benefits costing, and labor category structures.

Provide decision support to executive leadership on contract bids, M&A opportunities, and strategic initiatives.

Continuous Improvement

Implement process improvements for financial reporting, cost control, and proposal pricing.

Develop dashboards, KPIs, and decision tools for leadership visibility into financial performance.

Contribute to building a high-performance finance culture rooted in accuracy, accountability, and agility.

Qualifications

Required :

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.

7+ years of progressive experience in financial planning & analysis, government pricing, and program finance.

Strong understanding of P&L ownership, government contracting (FAR / DFARS), and cost / pricing models.

Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Advanced Excel / financial modeling skills.

Preferred :

Experience in the Defense, Aerospace, or Government Services sector.

Knowledge of DLA Energy, USACE, or DoD contracting structures.

MBA, CPA, or CFA designation.

Experience supporting mergers, acquisitions, or corporate growth initiatives.

Sage Intacct proficiency.

Success Profile

Analytical and detail-oriented, with a strong bias for action.

Confident communicator who can translate financial data into business insights.

Comfortable working across contracts, sites, and international operations.

Entrepreneurial mindset : thrives in a growing, evolving company environment.

Impact of the Role

The Financial Operations and Pricing Lead will directly influence Maytag’s profitability, competitiveness, and long-term growth. By combining financial discipline with pricing innovation, this role ensures Maytag maintains its legacy as the premier provider of aviation fuels and logistics services while positioning the company for the next phase of strategic expansion.

General Information

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified. This does not prohibit management’s right to add or delete responsibilities as required or deemed necessary. The incumbent must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle and prioritize multiple, competing tasks and demands and to seek supervisory assistance as appropriate.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.