Location: Newport Beach, CA
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/DUTIES
Ensure application team and processes adhere to internal policies, including SOX compliance
Coordinate with development teams to deliver business solutions beyond the application suite
Develop and drive a strategic plan for the enterprise application stack, leading necessary changes
Oversee multi-department projects, evaluate business processes, and manage necessary changes
Manage IT services provided by external providers and build effective relationships
Recruit, hire, and manage IT staff and strategic partner of IT services and contracts
Develop and manage ACG's application technology budget
Articulate strategic IT decisions with confidence, transparency, and ensure alignment with business goals
Identify key programs and projects that support the IT and business strategy
Regularly engage with executives, strategic partners, and customers, representing the company on technology matters
Direct the IT Applications Team, overseeing planning, staffing, budgeting, and execution
Handle additional projects and tasks as needed
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree required
10+ years of IT leadership experience, specializing in business processes and applications
Proven success in leading key application changes within regulated environments (e.g., SOX)
Strong analytical and communication skills, with extensive knowledge of accounting principles (e.g., GAAP) and processes
Demonstrated ability to manage ERP application issues, upgrades, and process improvements
Experienced in building and executing application plans
Skilled in directing IT initiatives, including Enterprise Applications, Compliance, and Development
Proven track record as a business analyst, with examples of improving business processes
Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, presentation) with the ability to influence at all levels
Strategic thinker with experience in dynamic, fast-paced, global operations
Deep understanding of modern IT strategy, ACG business functions, and the aviation leasing industry
Ability to effectively manage third-party partners and service providers
5-10 years of ERP application experience
Preferred experience in management (people and projects)
Extensive experience with Office, Excel, and project management software
Experience in the airline leasing industry preferred; other leasing industry experience considered
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Office Environment
Ability to use computer & software programs on a daily basis
ENVIRONMENT
No travel is required outside of ad-hoc and infrequent external training and offsite events.
The workspace is in an indoor office building with no exposure to heavy machinery.
Most of the time will be spent sitting with part of the time spent collaborating with other groups and team members.