Aerospace Controller

Woodward, Inc.

. Lead all accounting activities for the Aerospace operating segment .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $178,000 - $220,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and accounting controls, with a strong focus on revenue, cost, and inventory accounting. Proven ability to lead accounting functions, mentor teams, and support strategic financial initiatives within the aerospace sector.

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U.S. GAAP KnowledgeSAP S4 HANA ExperienceFinancial Reporting ExpertisePeople Leadership SkillsAccounting Functions Management

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Hard Skills

Financial Statements ManagementJournal EntriesAccount ReconciliationsRevenue RecognitionCost AccountingInventory AccountingInternal ControlsAudit CoordinationFinancial AnalysisStrategic Financial Insight

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsCollaboration SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsDecision Support Skills

Tools & Technologies

SAP S4 HANAERP SystemsAI Process Optimization

Industry Keywords

AerospaceManufacturingPublicly Traded CompanyGovernment AccountingSOX Compliance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead all accounting activities for the Aerospace operating segment
Own the segment’s financial statements, closing processes, and accounting controls
Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements
Ensure accurate revenue recognition, inventory accounting, cost accounting, reserves, accruals, and other accounting judgments
Analyze segment financial results, identify trends, and communicate performance drivers to leadership
Support consolidated financial reporting and quarterly and annual SEC reporting requirements
Ensure compliance with local, statutory, tax, U.S. GAAP, company policy, and internal control requirements
Partner with Government Accounting on government accounting and reporting requirements and cost recovery from government contracts
Provide financial insight into business performance, profitability, working capital, cash flow, and operational metrics
Support strategic initiatives, capital investments, acquisitions, restructurings, and growth opportunities
Evaluate, implement, and optimize technologies and processes, including AI process optimization use cases
Support SAP S4 HANA implementations for Aerospace segment locations
Ensure SOX compliance and maintain a strong internal control environment
Lead remediation of control deficiencies and audit findings
Coordinate internal and external audits as primary segment contact
Lead, mentor, and develop accounting and finance personnel
Foster accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field required
10+ years of progressive accounting experience
Experience leading accounting functions within a manufacturing, industrial, aerospace, technology, or multi-site operating environment
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting
Experience working with executive leadership teams
Proven people leadership and team development experience
Experience supporting a publicly traded company
Strong background in revenue accounting, cost accounting, and inventory accounting
Strong knowledge of enterprise ERP systems, specifically SAP S4 HANA
Strong leadership and team development skills
Strong analytical, problem-solving, decision support, and business partnering skills
Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Executive presence and business acumen
All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual cash bonus opportunity
401(k) match (4.5%)
Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
Tuition reimbursement
Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
12 paid holidays
Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave
Paid parental leave
Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits
Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
Member referral bonus
Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
Voluntary benefits, including Whole Life/Home/Auto Insurance discounts and e Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Legal Assistance
Military Leave