Director, Technical Services Strategy & Financial Analytics

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Position Overview

The Director of Strategic Finance & Operations serves as a key strategic partner to Global Technical Services leadership, supporting financial planning, operational strategy, workforce planning, executive communications, and organizational performance initiatives across the division.

This role is designed for a high-potential business leader who combines strong financial and analytical capability with strategic thinking, operational awareness, executive presence, and communication skills. The position partners closely with senior leadership to drive data-informed decision-making, operational efficiency, organizational alignment, and long-range strategic planning across a rapidly growing global operation.

This is a highly visible role with direct interaction and exposure to executive leadership within Global Technical Services and offers a strong long-term pathway toward broader operational and executive leadership opportunities within the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Finance & Business Planning

• Lead the development, management, and continuous improvement of annual budgets, forecasting models, and long-range strategic planning initiatives
• Deliver actionable, data-driven insights and recommendations to executive leadership to improve operational performance, profitability, and decision-making
• Monitor financial performance across all entities and ensure timely, accurate reporting and analysis
• Conduct weekly, monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc financial reporting to support business needs and executive priorities
• Support annual operating plan (AOP) development and organizational forecasting efforts

Operational Strategy & Performance

• Develop and maintain KPI metrics to track operational, financial, and strategic performance against organizational objectives
• Partner cross-functionally with operational leaders to identify trends, opportunities, risks, and process improvement initiatives
• Assist in the development of labor planning strategies and facility-level staffing models to support operational scalability and workforce optimization
• Support strategic initiatives tied to operational growth, infrastructure expansion, process improvement, and organizational effectiveness
• Establish, standardize, and enhance financial and operational processes, procedures, and internal controls across the division

Executive Communications & Organizational Support

• Develop executive-level presentations, business reviews, reporting materials, and strategic communications for senior leadership
• Translate operational and financial data into clear business narratives and recommendations for executive stakeholders
• Support leadership alignment and organizational communication efforts across Global Technical Services
• Assist with special projects, executive initiatives, and cross-functional business transformation efforts as needed

Reporting Structure

This position operates within a highly collaborative, cross-functional environment and includes the following reporting relationships:

Direct Report

• VP of Finance

Cross-Functional Leadership Support

• President & COO, Global Technical Services
• Planning & Supply Chain
• Interior & Refurbishment
• Maintenance Operations
• Operational Leadership Teams Across Global Technical Services

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or related field required
• MBA preferred but not required
• 38+ years of experience in strategic finance, consulting, operational finance, business strategy, FP&A, investment banking, or related analytical/business operations environment
• Strong financial modeling, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint required
• Experience with Power BI, SharePoint, ERP systems, or business intelligence/reporting tools preferred
• Exceptional communication and executive presentation skills
• Ability to synthesize complex operational and financial information into strategic recommendations
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, growth-oriented environment
• Self-motivated, intellectually curious, and eager to grow into broader business leadership responsibilities

Development & Career Path:

• High visibility and direct partnership with executive leadership across Global Technical Services
• Broad exposure to operational strategy, finance, workforce planning, and organizational leadership
• Opportunity to influence strategic initiatives across a rapidly growing global operation
• Designed as a developmental leadership opportunity for high-potential talent interested in long-term operational and executive leadership growth within the organization
• Strong pathway toward future leadership opportunities within Finance, Operations, Strategy, or Executive Management

Flexjet is an equal-opportunity employer. We aim to choose individuals who have the highest integrity; those who personify genuine concern for customers and fellow employees alike. More than anything, we look for individuals who grasp the importance of trust in an employer/employee relationship.