Finance Integration Director

Worker TypeRegularSummaryJob DescriptionThe Finance Integration Director, is a senior individual contributor and team leader within the Integration Management Office (IMO), responsible for driving all finance-related workstreams across the full M&A lifecycle. The role spans pre-close due diligence through post-close integration, partnering directly with Corporate Development, the CFO organization, and acquired-company finance teams to deliver seamless, value-preserving integrations.This position requires deep hands-on finance domain expertise — the ability to roll up your sleeves and do the analytical and process work yourself — combined with the leadership presence to coordinate, influence, and drive accountability across a broad and often matrixed finance organization. The Director reports to the VP of Corporate Development and Strategy and will typically manage multiple transactions simultaneously at various stages of the lifecycle.Position ResponsibilitiesPre-Close Diligence SupportLead finance-track due diligence for acquisition targets, including assessment of accounting policies, revenue recognition practices, financial controls, close processes, and reporting infrastructureEvaluate quality of earnings, working capital normalization, and off-balance-sheet exposures in coordination with external advisorsIdentify financial reporting risks, restatement risks, and material accounting judgments that could affect deal valuation or post-close integration complexityAssess target ERP and financial systems landscape, chart of accounts, and consolidation mechanics relative to acquirer standardsProduce diligence findings summaries and integration risk registers for deal team and executive consumptionDevelop Day 1 and Day 100 finance readiness checklists and initial integration cost estimatesPost-Close Integration ExecutionOwn the end-to-end post-close integration plan for the finance function, covering financial reporting, accounting, FP&A, treasury, tax, internal audit, and accounts payable/receivableDrive functional workstream leads across each finance sub-domain to deliver against agreed milestones, resolving escalations and cross-functional dependenciesManage transition of acquired company onto acquirer's financial systems, chart of accounts, and period-close calendar — including ERP cutover and parallel-run managementCoordinate with Controllership to ensure acquired entities are consolidated into public company financials on schedule and in compliance with US GAAP and SEC reporting requirementsPartner with FP&A to onboard acquired businesses into the company's budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting frameworkOversee establishment or transfer of finance shared services functions (AP, AR, payroll, T&E) at acquired entitiesTrack and report integration synergy targets attributable to the finance function; maintain integration dashboards for IMO and executive leadership reviewGovernance, Coordination & Stakeholder ManagementServe as the primary IMO point of contact and coordinator for all finance integration activities, aligning corporate finance leadership, segment CFOs, and acquired-company finance teamsFacilitate integration steering committee updates, including status reporting, risk escalation, and issue resolutionDevelop and maintain integration playbooks, toolkits, and lessons-learned documentation that continuously improve the IMO's finance integration methodologySupport change management efforts within the finance function of acquired entities, including communication planning, training, and organizational design coordinationCollaborate with Legal, HR, IT, and Corporate Development counterparts on cross-functional integration dependenciesProvide guidance to business stakeholders on finance implications of integration decisions (e.g., legal entity structure, intercompany arrangements, purchase accounting)Core CompetenciesFinance Domain Expertise — Deep working knowledge of accounting, financial reporting, FP&A, and financial systems; capable of producing high-quality work products independently.Stakeholder Influence & Leadership — Ability to align and coordinate a broad, matrixed finance organization without direct authority; builds trust quickly in M&A environments.M&A Lifecycle Fluency — End-to-end understanding of transaction processes from LOI through full integration; can anticipate downstream finance risks from early deal decisions.Structured Execution & Project Management — Operates with rigor and discipline across multiple concurrent workstreams; drives clarity on owners, timelines, and milestones in ambiguous environments.Executive Communication — Synthesizes complex finance findings into clear, concise narratives for CFO, CEO, and Board audiences; comfortable presenting under scrutiny.Adaptability & Resilience — Thrives in fast-paced, deal-driven environments where priorities shift; maintains composure and quality of output under time pressure.Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA strongly preferred10+ years of progressive finance experience, with a minimum of 4 years directly supporting M&A due diligence and/or post-close integration in a corporate, Big 4, or investment banking contextDeep functional expertise across core finance domains: controllership/accounting, financial reporting, FP&A, and financial systemsDemonstrated ability to perform hands-on analytical and process work (e.g., diligence models, accounting memos, integration plans) as well as lead and coordinate othersStrong knowledge of US GAAP, including purchase accounting (ASC 805), revenue recognition (ASC 606), and consolidation mechanicsExperience managing ERP migrations or financial systems integrations (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Workday Financials)Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent workstreams across complex, ambiguous environmentsSuperior written and verbal communication skills; ability to present to C-suite and Board-level audiencesExperience operating within a public company (SEC reporting environment)Other Qualifications & Desired CompetenciesMBA or advanced degreePrior experience in a dedicated Integration Management Office or Corporate Development functionBig 4 transaction advisory or M&A advisory backgroundExperience with financial due diligence software and data room managementExposure to purchase price allocation processes and working with valuation specialistsIndustry experience in technology, healthcare, industrial, or business services sectorsPhysical DemandsRequired to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)Special RequirementsU.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) required.Clearance LevelNo ClearanceThe Salary Range For This Role Is$167,500 - $246,225AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.ITAR RequirementThis position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements. Benefits: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.About AVAV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.We don’t just build defense technology—we redefine what’s possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian—but we’re not building history, we’re building what’s next.If you're ready to build technology that matters—with speed, scale, and purpose—there’s no better place to do it than AV.We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.ITARU.S. Citizenship required