Finance Cash Manager

Location: Irvine, United States of America

Thales people architect solutions that enable two-thirds of planes to take off and land safely. We create in-flight entertainment systems that engross 50 million fliers every year and we develop the avionics that control the world’s largest commercial aircrafts. Our simulators train the next generation of pilots for fighter jets, transporters and search and rescue helicopters. And, together, each and every member of our aerospace team makes a difference.

Finance Cash Manager

Irvine, CA (Onsite)

Position Summary

Thales is looking for a Finance Cash Manager to join our In-Flight Entertainment (IFE) Finance Department operating in Florida, California. As the IFE Cash Manager, you will be responsible for all aspects of Cash management, including the usage of dedicated systems and tools (SAP, POWERBI, ANAPLAN) for the effective collection of revenues and payment of obligations.

In this position, you are also responsible for providing leadership and direction to ensure designated cash processing, reconciliation and reporting's are completed in a timely manner while in compliance with THALES policy and commitments. You will develop and implement necessary Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) and communication tools for financial analysis; work closely with Operations, Supply chain and associated team members and Directors; and significantly interact with all IFE Finance teams in the US and in France.  

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Lead the preparation and analysis of Cash financial reports, Cash Steering committees, Cash reviews; Prepare financial forecasts and projections to support long-term strategic planning.
• Analyze budget variances and provide actionable recommendations to management; Identifies variances in perspective of optimization actions including comments and analysis.
• Works with Central Finance to track and take actions on customers Credit exposure; Works with Project Managers, Project Controllers, Sales, Operations, Accounting and Procurement, to accurately forecast timing and amount of future cash flows over the next two years.
• Forecasts, monitors & tracks cash flow (weekly, monthly, quarterly etc.), Net Cash and Working Capital elements; Reconcile cash transactions ensuring that bank account balances to the report & any unusual items are investigated; Completes all cash management set-up documentation for new and existing department processes; prepares correspondence and proposals directed to and for cash management.
• Develop financial models and analyses to support business decisions and strategic initiatives; Implement and maintain effective internal controls; Monitor compliance with financial policies, procedures, and regulations; Identify and address any financial or operational risks.
• Collaborate with senior management for BOR, MYB, SBP and Inventory/cash BL reviews; Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in financial operations; Leverage technology and data analytics to streamline financial reporting and analysis.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field with a minimum of 8-12+ years of experience in financial control, preferably with at least 2 years on Balance Sheet items or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field with a minimum of 6+ years of experience in financial control.
• Solid knowledge of Direct Cash, Indirect Cash methodologies.
• Expertise in Balance sheet items, Working Capital optimization.
• Solid knowledge of Profit & Loss Statement report below Commercial Margin mandatory.
• SAP expert (FI, CO, MM, WM, SD).

If you’re excited about working with Thales, but not meeting the requirements for this position, we encourage you to join our Talent Community!

Special Position Requirements

• Schedule: Core Business Hours, Monday-Friday, may be eligible to participate in 9/80, may be required to work during holidays if requested by business or outside core business hours.
• Physical Demands: Up to 10 pounds occasionally.
• Travel: Potential travel up to but no greater than 25%.
• Regulatory Compliance Requirements: None.

What We Offer

The anticipated TTC range for this role is $113,946.38 - $196,831.20 USD Annual. The Company reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s status protected by local, state, or federal law. 

Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following: 

• Elective Health and Dental plans. 
• Retirement Savings Plan with a company contribution and a match, and without vesting period. 
• Company paid holidays, vacation days, and paid sick leave. 
• Company provided Life Insurance.

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The reference Total Target Compensation(TTC) market range for this position, inclusive of annual base salary and the variable compensation target, is between

This reflects how companies in a similar industry and geographic region generally pay for similar jobs. This range helps the Company make pay decisions as one data point among many. Where a position falls within this range is also dependent on other factors including – but not limited to – the employee’s career path history, competencies, skills and performance, as well as the company’s annual salary budget, the customer’s program requirements, and the company’s internal equity. Thales may offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s status protected by local, state, or federal law.

(For Internal candidate, if you need more information, please reach out to your HR Shared Service, 1st Point) 

Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following:
•Elective Health, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Whole Group Life w/LTC, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Plan, Identity Theft, and Pet Insurance

•Retirement Savings Plan after 30 days of employment with a company contribution and a match, and with no vesting period

•Company paid holidays and Paid Time Off

•Company provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Disability, Employee Assistance Plan, and Well-being Program