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AAR . The Assistant Controller supports the Hot Springs operation by leading day‑to‑day accounting, financial close activities, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, and maintaining a robust internal‑control environment. Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Assistant Controller oversees revenue cycle, AP, general ledger, fixed assets, inventory cycle, internal controls and compliance while partnering with Operations, Supply Chain, and Corporate Finance. Responsibilities
Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close calendar; review journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis; ensure accurate balance sheet and P&L results by stated deadlines. Prepare management reports (income, expenses, earnings, forecasts) and develop insightful bridges and KPIs to explain performance and support decision‑making. Oversee standard costing, variances, and inventory valuation; partner with operations on cycle counts and inventory accuracy; ensure inventory reserves align with corporate policy. Ensure timely invoice processing, vendor terms compliance, and collections effectiveness; monitor cash applications, past due, and collection escalations. Coordinate the annual budget and periodic forecasts with supporting schedules, assumptions, and justifications for site leadership review. Administer capital appropriation requests, fixed‑asset accounting, and project tracking. Maintain a strong internal control environment; document and test SOX controls with adherence to GAAP and company policies. Coordinate external and internal audits, prepare audit workpapers, and compile site inputs required for corporate filings and regulatory reports. Lead accuracy and efficiency of accounting workflows in Syteline and related tools; champion process automation, data integrity, and reporting improvements. Serve as liaison to Corporate Finance/Group teams, collaborate with Supply Chain, Operations, and Quality to align financial outcomes with operational objectives. Provide day‑to‑day directions, coaching, and performance feedback to the accounting team; support recruiting, onboarding, and training in accordance with company policies. Required Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance (or closely related field). Experience: 7+ years progressive accounting/finance experience in a multi‑function environment (close, GL, AP/AR, cost & inventory). Technical accounting: Strong GAAP knowledge with hands‑on financial close process, reconciliations, and management reporting. Internal controls & compliance: Ownership of SOX and key controls, audit coordination, and regulatory support. Systems: Proficient in Microsoft Excel with strong computer skills. Communication: Clear written and verbal communication; ability to translate financials to non‑finance partners. Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead and develop accounting team fostering empowerment, accuracy and continuous improvement. Preferred Qualifications
Certification: CPA and/or Master’s (Accounting / Finance). Job Details
Primary Location: United States - Arkansas - Hot Springs - Triumph Airborne Structures Schedule: Full‑time Overtime Status: Exempt Job Function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industries: Airlines and Aviation We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
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Assistant Controller
role at
AAR . The Assistant Controller supports the Hot Springs operation by leading day‑to‑day accounting, financial close activities, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, and maintaining a robust internal‑control environment. Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Assistant Controller oversees revenue cycle, AP, general ledger, fixed assets, inventory cycle, internal controls and compliance while partnering with Operations, Supply Chain, and Corporate Finance. Responsibilities
Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close calendar; review journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis; ensure accurate balance sheet and P&L results by stated deadlines. Prepare management reports (income, expenses, earnings, forecasts) and develop insightful bridges and KPIs to explain performance and support decision‑making. Oversee standard costing, variances, and inventory valuation; partner with operations on cycle counts and inventory accuracy; ensure inventory reserves align with corporate policy. Ensure timely invoice processing, vendor terms compliance, and collections effectiveness; monitor cash applications, past due, and collection escalations. Coordinate the annual budget and periodic forecasts with supporting schedules, assumptions, and justifications for site leadership review. Administer capital appropriation requests, fixed‑asset accounting, and project tracking. Maintain a strong internal control environment; document and test SOX controls with adherence to GAAP and company policies. Coordinate external and internal audits, prepare audit workpapers, and compile site inputs required for corporate filings and regulatory reports. Lead accuracy and efficiency of accounting workflows in Syteline and related tools; champion process automation, data integrity, and reporting improvements. Serve as liaison to Corporate Finance/Group teams, collaborate with Supply Chain, Operations, and Quality to align financial outcomes with operational objectives. Provide day‑to‑day directions, coaching, and performance feedback to the accounting team; support recruiting, onboarding, and training in accordance with company policies. Required Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance (or closely related field). Experience: 7+ years progressive accounting/finance experience in a multi‑function environment (close, GL, AP/AR, cost & inventory). Technical accounting: Strong GAAP knowledge with hands‑on financial close process, reconciliations, and management reporting. Internal controls & compliance: Ownership of SOX and key controls, audit coordination, and regulatory support. Systems: Proficient in Microsoft Excel with strong computer skills. Communication: Clear written and verbal communication; ability to translate financials to non‑finance partners. Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead and develop accounting team fostering empowerment, accuracy and continuous improvement. Preferred Qualifications
Certification: CPA and/or Master’s (Accounting / Finance). Job Details
Primary Location: United States - Arkansas - Hot Springs - Triumph Airborne Structures Schedule: Full‑time Overtime Status: Exempt Job Function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industries: Airlines and Aviation We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
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