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Loveland, Oh, Us

Scottsdale, Az, Us

Melbourne, Florida, Us

Responsible for financial reporting and oversight at company divisions in Ohio and California that accounted for over $400M in annual revenue. Partnered with program management and site operations leadership to drive financial performance through operational efficiencies and inventory management. • Developed and implemented annual operating budgets, multi-year forecasts, and rolling forecasts for the divisions, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.• Conducted variance analysis to identify and address potential financial risks and opportunities.• Created financial reports and dashboards for senior management, providing insights for informed decision-making.• Partnered with cross-functional teams (engineering, operations, sales) to drive tactical decision-making in support of division objectives.• Implemented best practices for FP&A processes and procedures, driving continuous improvement.• Managed proposal pricing activities, for government contracting. Supported subsequent negotiations and audits.

Cincinnati, Oh, Us

Managed cash operations for all engine lines and support programs within the $5B annual revenue Military Systems Division. • Developed and implemented cash flow forecasts, ensuring sufficient working capital to meet program needs and support business continuity.• Optimized cash flow by managing collections, disbursements, and working capital.• Analyzed financial data to identify opportunities for cash flow improvement, recommending and implementing process enhancements.• Partnered with program management and business development teams to mitigate cash flow risks and ensure on-time receipt of customer payments.• Developed and delivered cash flow management training programs for internal stakeholders.

Cincinnati, Oh, Us

Provided financial leadership for the commercial engine programs engineering division, overseeing a team responsible for accurate financial reporting, budgeting, and analysis. Directly supported an installed base of ~50,000 commercial airplane engines, with an annual budget ranging from $800M-$1B. • Designed and implemented a comprehensive quarterly forecast model using data analytics tools to identify trends and predict future financial performance.• Developed and delivered regular reports (variance analysis, financial performance metrics) to senior leadership, providing actionable insights.• Utilized data visualization techniques to present complex financial information in a clear and concise manner.• Maintained strong relationships with internal stakeholders (engineering, program management) to understand financial needs and expectations.• Streamlined financial processes to improve efficiency and accuracy of financial data.• Partnered with senior leadership to translate financial data into strategic insights for operational decision-making.• Analyzed financial risks and opportunities associated with commercial engine programs as part of standard forecasting activities.• Contributed to the development of long-term financial plans for the commercial engine programs engineering division with respect to Internal Research and Development (IRAD) and overhead costs.

Arlington, Va, Us

Managed finance team that provided cost estimating, forecasting, and business case analysis in support of the Boeing 737 program. Supported ongoing operations that provided $15B in annual revenue. Career Highlight: Directed the corporate business case to approve the $2B+ 737MAX aircraft development.• Led the estimation of design, test, and production costs for new airplane features, including detailed analysis of capital expenditures, innovative technologies, and updated manufacturing processes.• Developed pricing strategies for new airplane features based on a thorough understanding of value streams, customer needs, and competitive landscape. This ensured profitability while keeping option prices attractive to customers.• Performed advanced cost forecasting analytics to improve the accuracy of long-range business plans for engineering design and manufacturing projects. This enabled better resource allocation and decision-making.• Actively coached and mentored junior finance team members, fostering their skills and knowledge in cost estimation, forecasting, and financial analysis.• Contributed to the financial function through participation on the finance leadership board, shaping financial processes and strategies. Additionally, served on the skill development team, ensuring continuous learning and development opportunities for the finance team.

Coordinated cost estimates, pricing strategy development, business case analysis and financial modeling in support of strategic objectives on multi-billion-dollar aerospace programs. Career Highlights: Consolidated the financial proposal for a competitive bid on a $35B US Air Force development & production contract; Managed the pricing strategy on a competitive $4B military commercial derivative concept for US Navy.• Managed pricing and bid strategies for competitive government contracts, ensuring financial viability and alignment with program objectives.• Provided expertise in developing Basis of Estimate (BOE) and Estimate at Complete (EAC) for all levels of pricing activity.• Negotiated and administered US Government, Foreign Military Sale (FMS), and Direct Commercial Sale (DCS) contracts with varying structures including fixed price, cost plus, and others. Ensured compliance with financial terms and regulations.• Developed and implemented financial models to support program budgeting, resource allocation, and cost optimization initiatives.• Supported contract and pricing in compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and all other regulatory and statutory requirements.• Identified and tracked key financial metrics and performed Earned Value Management (EVM) analysis, providing insights for informed decision-making.• Supervised and coached financial analysts, fostering a positive work environment and promoting skill development for talent retention.• Negotiated and administered contracts with customers & suppliers (terms & conditions, pricing & financial analysis/modeling)• Identified opportunities to improve processes and ensured compliance with regulatory and internal monitoring requirements.• Completed successful international and US-based special assignments, demonstrating adaptability and strong cross-cultural communication skills.

Designed test structures, programmed test software, and analyzed test results

Mba, Business Administration

Bs, Mechanical Engineering

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