Senior Director of Finance
About the role
Pratt Miller is a product development company in motorsports, defense, and mobility industries providing clients with product engineering and low-volume production solutions. Our range of research & development, engineering, prototype manufacturing, test & validation, and low-rate production capability help our customers bring their high-quality products to market faster. The Senior Director of Finance will serve as a key strategic and financial leader for Pratt Miller, an Oshkosh Corporation subsidiary known for its innovation, advanced engineering, and prototype manufacturing capabilities.
Responsibilities
Partner with the Pratt Miller CEO and executive leadership team to co-develop and execute strategies that align with the segment’s innovation and enterprise objectives.
Oversee accounting operations and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, SOX, and Oshkosh Corporation policies.
Direct the preparation of accurate, timely financial statements, variance analyses, and performance dashboards.
Lead all aspects of financial planning and analysis (FP&A), budgeting, and forecasting for the segment.
Collaborate with Oshkosh Corporation and corporate finance peers to implement best practices and standardize processes.
Promote transparent, data-driven analysis of program performance and financial outcomes to support sound investment decisions and financial discipline.
Provide financial leadership for business case development, project monitoring, post-project reviews, and financial accountability—promoting innovation within a framework of disciplined decision-making and measurable value creation.
Lead and develop a high-performing finance team, strengthening Oshkosh’s leadership pipeline and building enterprise capability through coaching, succession planning, and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
Advance digital transformation through automation, analytics, and digital tools to enhance reporting accuracy, timeliness, and insight generation.
Oversee the coordination of internal and external audits and ensure adherence to federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field.
12+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, including senior-level finance executive responsibility.
CPA and/or MBA preferred.
Familiarity with over-time revenue recognition and accounting for government contracts (FAR and CAS compliance preferred).
Background in engineering, professional services, or manufacturing organizations with project-based financial management experience.
U.S. citizenship required; security clearance preferred but not required.
Qualifications
Strategic and financial acumen with the ability to translate business objectives into actionable financial outcomes.
Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills across all levels of the organization.
Proven ability to lead finance across multiple business units with diverse operations.
Ability to motivate teams to produce quality work product within tight timeframes while managing multiple priorities.
Strong organizational, record-keeping, and follow-up skills.
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal control over financial reporting.
Deep understanding of financial planning and analysis, including strategic planning, budgeting, forecasting, and cost accounting.
Commitment to fostering innovation while maintaining sound financial stewardship.
Integrity, discretion, and alignment with Oshkosh Corporation’s purpose-driven culture.
Skills
Strategic and financial acumen.
Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Proven ability to lead finance across multiple business units.
Ability to motivate teams to produce quality work product within tight timeframes.
Strong organizational and record-keeping skills.
Knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal control over financial reporting.
Deep understanding of financial planning and analysis.
Commitment to fostering innovation and financial stewardship.
Benefits
Commensurate with experience.
Pay
$158,600.00 - $301,400.00
Schedule
On-site required.