Description
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
Jet Parts Engineering (JPE), a wholly owned subsidiary of TransDigm Group Incorporated (NYSE: TDG), is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to lead accounting operations and financial reporting for our Seattle headquarters. This is a high-visibility role within a publicly traded aerospace and defense organization, with a direct reporting line to the VP of Finance and meaningful impact across nine operating entities.
TransDigm is a leading global designer, producer, and supplier of highly engineered aerospace components. JPE contributes to that mission by delivering precision jet parts and aftermarket solutions. Our Seattle team operates with the discipline of a public company and the agility of a focused business unit.
WHAT YOU’LL OWN
- Lead all financial reporting activities in compliance with U.S. GAAP, SEC requirements, and TransDigm corporate accounting policies and procedures.
- Own the consolidation of financial statements across nine operating entities, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with parent company reporting cycles.
- Drive the annual budgeting and forecasting process, partnering closely with operations, sales, and executive leadership to align financial plans with business objectives.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external audits; manage audit preparation, PBC schedules, and auditor relationships.
- Maintain and strengthen internal controls over financial reporting, ensuring Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance across the operating footprint.
- Oversee month-end and quarter-end close processes, ensuring clean, well-documented financials delivered on schedule.
- Prepare and review financial packages, variance analyses, and management reporting for the VP of Finance and TransDigm corporate.
- Lead, develop, and mentor the local accounting team; establish scalable processes and clear accountability.
- Manage and optimize the company’s multi-platform ERP environment, ensuring data integrity and consistent reporting across systems.
- Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives across the finance and accounting function.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable tax, regulatory, and contractual financial obligations.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA strongly preferred
- 7+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including 3+ years in a controller or senior accounting leadership role
- Prior experience in a public company or public company subsidiary environment
- Demonstrated expertise in multi-entity consolidation
- Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, internal controls, and SOX compliance
- Strong budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis skills
- Comfortable operating across multiple ERP systems simultaneously
- Excellent communication and presentation skills with senior leadership Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in aerospace, defense, or industrial manufacturing
- Public accounting (Big 4 or regional firm) background
- Hands-on experience with one or more of JPE’s ERP platforms
- Familiarity with TransDigm’s financial reporting framework or prior PE-backed company experience
- Experience managing and developing accounting staff
- Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills
- Knowledge of cost accounting in a manufacturing environment
SYSTEMS ENVIRONMENT
JPE operates across a multi-platform ERP environment. Experience with any of the following is a plus:
Quantum AvSight, Accounting Seed, Smart145, Sage, 123Insight, Xero
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
- Salaried position commensurate with experience, skills, and/or degree and certifications. $150k-$165K base DOE
- Variable annual performance-based bonus up to 10%.
- We offer healthcare medical, dental, vision, life and other insurance options; 401k plan with 100% match on first 4% after 3 months. Full time workers get paid holidays, vacation & sick/personal leave accrued monthly on hire date.
WHY JOIN JPE
- Direct reporting line to the VP of Finance with high visibility to TransDigm corporate leadership.
- Be part of a NYSE-listed aerospace leader with a strong track record of value creation and acquisition growth.
- Competitive compensation with performance-based bonus tied to business results.
- Hybrid schedule — four days on-site in Seattle with one day working from home.
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, and PTO.
Jet Parts Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. TransDigm Group is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities'
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- CPA (strongly preferred)
- 7+ years progressive accounting/finance experience, including 3+ years in a controller or senior accounting leadership role
- Prior experience in a public company or public company subsidiary environment
- Demonstrated expertise in multi-entity consolidation
- Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, internal controls, and SOX compliance
- Strong budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis skills
- Comfortable operating across multiple ERP systems simultaneously
- Excellent communication and presentation skills with senior leadership
- Experience in aerospace, defense, or industrial manufacturing
- Public accounting (Big 4 or regional) background
- Hands-on experience with Quantum AvSight, Accounting Seed, Smart145, Sage, 123Insight, or Xero
- Familiarity with TransDigm's financial reporting framework or prior PE-backed company experience
- Experience managing and developing accounting staff
- Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills
- Knowledge of cost accounting in a manufacturing environment
What We Do
As a recognized and awarded leader in the development of FAA-approved PMA parts and engineered repairs, Jet Parts Engineering is devoted to providing spare parts solutions to our global network of airline and MRO partners. We help our customers battle their increasing costs of component, airframe, and engine maintenance with our competitive pricing, reduced lead times, and customized solutions (major and minor repairs). Our Ecommerce portal gives immediate access to pricing, availability, technical information, and the ease of order placement and tracking. Comprised of some of the best and brightest in the industry, Jet Parts Engineering’s staff believes in attentiveness and responsibility to our customers. Learn more at www.jetpartsengineering.com.
