Financial Controller

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Airbus is committed to providing reasonable accommodations as an Equal Opportunity Employer to applicants with disabilities. If you require assistance or an accommodation to complete your application, please contact us at USCareers@airbus.com Notice: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Notice: Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination (English) Aviso: Transparencia en el Pago No Discriminación (Spanish) Job Description: What does your next challenge look like? At SATAIR, we believe in sustainable aviation that allows people to travel and connect across the globe. We are on a mission to provide world class material solutions that keep aircraft flying and extend their lifespan. In Satair, you can challenge the status quo, pioneer new ways of working, and generate real value for airlines and suppliers worldwide. Being part of the Airbus family gives us the opportunity to live a global mindset, working in international and diverse teams and collaborating across functions, sites and cultures. If you want to work as one team embracing a can-do attitude in a demanding environment, then we offer a great place to explore, learn, and grow, making an impact on aviation’s digital and sustainable transformation. In this context we are looking for a Financial Controller to join our Finance Team in Peachtree City, Georgia. The core mission of this role is to own the functional controlling, driving strict budget discipline, cost center management and transparent headcount monitoring as well as acting as the business partner to the Commercial function. Reporting directly to the HO Finance Americas in the USA and functionally to the HO Central Controlling based in Europe, you will be in charge of delivering financial and management reports encompassing the entire Satair business in the region which flows through both the “Blue” and “Red” channels. You will ensure consistency and uniformity of the reporting across the two channels to provide an accurate view of the P&L of the region. WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU Here is a selection of some of the benefits we offer our employees. Local benefits may vary. Competitive Remuneration Work / Life Balance: Hybrid Working, flex-time, maternity/paternity leave Personal Development: Personalized development plans, large portfolio of learning solutions & lots of internal mobility opportunities Health & Wellbeing: Health insurance, well-being programs HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE TO THE TEAM 1.Core Function Controlling & Financial Governance (50%) Cost Center & Opex Management: Take full ownership of functional cost centers, tracking overheads and headcounts including cost per FTE analysis, operational expenditures (Opex) and resource allocations to ensure strict alignment with corporate targets. Budgeting & Forecasting: in collaboration with Satair Central Controlling, lead the annual budgeting, rolling forecasting and operational planning cycles for your designated functions, ensuring accuracy and accountability across teams. Variance Analysis & Reporting: Perform deep-dive monthly variance analyses (Actuals vs. Budget/Forecast). Deliver clear, timely financial reporting and performance dashboards to functional heads and senior leadership. Internal Controls & Compliance: Safeguard financial integrity by enforcing internal control frameworks, corporate governance policies and Airbus/Satair financial standards. Cross-Organizational Collaboration: Act as an agile bridge between Satair and the broader Services and Airbus controlling and accounting networks in the region and globally, seamlessly navigating differing corporate processes to harmonize reporting and secure financial alignment across both organizations. Risk & Opportunity Management: Proactively identify financial risks, cost overruns, or savings opportunities within functional spend, proposing actionable mitigation plans to department heads. 2. Commercial Business Partnering (CCO Support & Business Development) (25%) Profitability Analytics: Conduct regular, granular profitability tracking across Satair Americas’ various business lines, product types, and customer segments to see where profitability lies. Central Team Relay: Act as the active, on-the-ground extension of the Central Controlling team, ensuring that central commercial controlling methodologies, financial guidelines, and margin targets are seamlessly integrated into the CCO's daily operations. Commercial Steering Support: Partner with the CCO (based in Atlanta) and business development teams to provide the financial data necessary to evaluate where it is most beneficial to expand our commercial efforts in order to reach our 2030 ambition. 3. MMIP Project Contribution (25%) Process Architecture: Support the MMIP project in the region by helping define the end-to-end financial processes required to unite our material distribution activities (New Parts, Used Parts, and Flight Hour Services - FHS). Financial Structure Alignment: Support MMIP Fit to Standard workshops and design a harmonized financial and accounting structure that bridges inventory valuation, ERP configurations, and cross-functional material streams without disrupting daily operations. ABOUT YOU Equipped with a degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a highly related analytical field, paired with 6+ years of progressive experience in corporate financial controlling, cost accounting, or performance management . We are looking for a team player with the following experience, skills and mindset: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a highly related analytical field. 6+ years of progressive experience in corporate financial controlling, cost accounting, or performance management—ideally within a global distribution, logistics, or Airbus-affiliated environment. Proven Track Record: Solid experience running standard corporate financial cycles (closing support, budgeting, forecast mapping, and overhead control). Deep operational knowledge of SAP (specifically FI/CO modules) is essential. Strong command of business intelligence/reporting tools and Google Workspace AI & Automation Delivery: Demonstrated track record or strong familiarity with utilizing AI-driven tools, predictive analytics, or automation workflows (e.g., automated data blending, basic macro or script usage, or AI-assisted querying) to build scalable, hands-off reporting models. Strong understanding and ability to apply Project, Program and Portfolio Management Principles Project Financial Evaluation skills (incl. DCF Valuations, CAPEX planning & NPV analysis) Physical Requirements Onsite or remote: 80 % Onsite - 20% remote Vision: able to see and read computer screens and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings. Hearing: able to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on the production floor including safety warnings or alarms. Speaking: able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications. Equipment Operation (personal computer, telephone, copies, fax machine, and related office equipment and using electronic identification card to enter building floors and internal doors): able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment and some tools including production tools such as hydraulic lifts. Carrying: able to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs. Lifting: able to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs. Pushing / Pulling: able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools. Sitting: able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on the computer. Squatting / Kneeling: able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving. Standing: able to stand for discussions in offices or on the production