SVP, Finance & Operations
Inari AgricultureSalary not specified
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
YesVisa
Defense TechnologyIndustries
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field; MBA, CPA, or CMA preferred
- Minimum of 12 years of relevant experience required
- 5+ years of progressive finance leadership experience, including significant exposure to finance operations, governance, or transformation initiatives
- Aerospace & Defense industry experience required, with knowledge of U.S. Government contracting, FAR/DFARS, CAS, and earned value management practices
- Strong knowledge of finance systems (e.g., Oracle Fusion, SAP, CostPoint, Unanet, Hyperion, Deltek Cobra, MS Project, Salesforce, Workday) and how they enable business processes
- Demonstrated ability to design and implement training and change management programs
- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
- Process-driven mindset with focus on governance, scalability, and compliance
- Strategic thinker with ability to translate vision into actionable processes
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Collaborative leader who fosters teamwork and alignment across functions
- Results-oriented with a focus on execution and accountability
- Demonstrates competency work cross functionally and influences others through strong interpersonal and communication skills
Responsibilities
- Lead the development, implementation, and oversight of segment-level finance processes and policies, ensuring compliance with corporate, regulatory, and customer requirements
- Standardize business finance methodologies across program finance, FP&A, and other core finance workstreams
- Establish governance frameworks and internal controls to support financial accuracy, compliance, and risk management
- Partner with finance and program leadership to identify opportunities for process automation and digital enablement
- Design and deliver training programs and toolkits to strengthen finance competencies across the segment
- Monitor the effectiveness of finance operations processes through metrics, audits, and feedback loops
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to streamline workflows, reduce cycle times, and enhance data quality
- Act as a liaison between segment finance teams and corporate finance to ensure alignment with enterprise standards
- Support the CFO in strategic initiatives by providing operational insights and recommendations
Skills
Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
Cost Accounting
Revenue Management
Internal Controls
Compliance
Process Standardization
Process Automation
Training
Governance
Communication
Collaboration
AeroVironment
Develops autonomous robotic systems for defense
About AeroVironment
AeroVironment develops and sells autonomous robotic systems that can perform various missions without human intervention. These systems are designed to enhance operational efficiency, reduce risks to personnel, and provide valuable data to users. The company primarily serves government agencies, defense organizations, and commercial clients, focusing on the defense and aerospace sectors. AeroVironment stands out from its competitors by emphasizing sustainability and environmental responsibility in its business practices, which not only helps the environment but also builds loyalty among employees and customers. The company's goal is to lead the market in intelligent robotic systems while promoting sustainable practices and creating new business opportunities.
Monrovia, CaliforniaHeadquarters
1971Year Founded
$20.3MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Robotics & Automation, Aerospace, DefenseIndustries
501-1,000Employees
