Senior Manager Finance

Since 2018, Elevate Aircraft Seating has been enhancing the passenger experience through innovative aircraft seat design and manufacturing. With locations in California, Washington, and Germany we are guided by creativity, collaboration, and a shared commitment to quality.

We are looking for a skilled Senior Manager, Finance to join our team in Huntington Beach, CA. This is an on-site position based in Huntington Beach, CA. We value teamwork, inclusivity, and continuous professional development, and we offer competitive benefits along with opportunities for growth.

JOB SUMMARY

The Senior Manager, Finance is responsible for overseeing the financial operations, planning, strategy, and performance of U.S. sites. This role manages financial planning, analysis, and costing / estimating functions for U.S.-based teams, ensuring compliance with corporate policies and regulatory requirements. The position plays a key role in driving financial performance to support the company’s strategic objectives.

The Senior Manager partners closely with the COO, VP of Programs, and General Managers of U.S. production sites to meet business planning requirements and financial targets. This is a highly impactful role with the opportunity to shape the financial health and strategic direction of the organization, contributing directly to its overall success.

SUMMARY OF JOB DUTIES

Essential Functions (Other duties and projects may be assigned or requested.)

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• Lead the U.S.-based FP&A and Cost Estimating team to deliver strategic and financial support to site operations.
• Serve as a strategic business partner to the COO, CFO, Site General Managers, and VP of Programs, delivering financial insights and recommendations that support operational and strategic decision-making.
• Develop and manage annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and long-term financial plans for the U.S. sites.
• Analyze financial performance, identify variances, and deliver actionable insights to stakeholders.
• Drive the standard cost process and actively support the cost estimating function across both sites.
• Prepare accurate, timely financial reports and presentations for corporate and local leadership.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, GAAP, and applicable local regulations.
• Implement and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure reporting integrity.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality and operational performance.
• Monitor and control expenditures, ensuring financial discipline across all cost centers.
• Mentor and develop finance team members, fostering a high-performance culture with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with site leaders and departments to align financial goals with operational strategies.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned or requested.
• Adhere to company policies, procedures, and ethics code.
• Maintain a safe, secure, and legal work environment, adhering to company policies.
• Contribute team efforts by accomplishing related tasks as needed.
• Protect the confidentiality of the company’s information and products.

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COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Elevate Aircraft Seating offers competitive wages and benefits to recognize employees for their work. The base pay offered will vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, location, experience and take into account internal equity.

Salary Range Transparency : $140,000 - $185,000 annually

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