Careers

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for Technical Asset Management of ACG’s owned and managed aircraft. Provide guidance, support, and training of the Marketing team on technical matters, including LOI and lease preparation and negotiation. The position includes providing daily support and guidance to our current lessees and commitment closure. Responsible for maintaining up to date maintenance status for all aircraft in ACG’s fleet of owned and managed aircraft.

HIRING RANGE:

$170,000.00 – $190,000.00

Bonus eligible position

Individual pay may vary from the target hiring range and is determined by a number of factors including experience, location, internal pay equity, and other relevant business considerations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/DUTIES

• Negotiation of LOI’s/ Leases for new and used aircraft to ensure the highest standards of asset protection are enshrined in all deals
• Manage Asset Value by negotiating and managing return conditions and setting reserve and return compensation rates approval of maintenance work and associated reserve claims to ensure asset value is maintained
• Oversight and active asset management of the technical condition of the AC fleet including inspections, technical due diligence on airline clients, and current maintenance and operational status
• Training and informing the technical team, marketing team and finance team on changes in the industry that would affect the value and the maintenance costs associated with the Assets
• Coordinate with the rest of the technical team to ensure that modifications, delivery conditions, redelivery conditions and maintenance events are properly defined in the lease and the LOI
• Minimize used aircraft transition cost by managing aircraft delivery conditions, modifications and maintenance contributions or top ups

KEY DIMENSIONS

• LOI’s and Leases will be completed in a timely basis and will reflect a strong commercial awareness and the financial impact of the technical sections of the lease/LOI
• The aircraft maintenance status and reserve or return comp status will be in line with the book value
• Provide suggested updates and changes to the LOI and Lease

• KEY RELATIONSHIPS & LEADERSHIP
• Key partner with the Marketing team
• Liaison with Legal and Finance teams

QUALIFICATIONS

• Relevant industry experience and ideally a proven aviation industry track record in aircraft asset management
• Excellent technical knowledge of aircraft and in particular the Boeing 737NG and Airbus A320 families
• Knowledge of aircraft transition management with a leasing company, airline or MRO
• Familiarity with aircraft maintenance programs, modifications, reconfiguration work and aircraft technical records
• Excellent knowledge of aircraft lease documentation and maintenance risk exposure
• An understanding of aviation and aircraft certification requirements and the associated regulations
• Familiarity with Aircraft technical publications such as AMM’s, IPC’s, Service Bulletins, AD’s
• Familiarity with Aircraft maintenance programs, records and related technical documentation
• Familiarity with OEM data systems such as MyBoeingFleet and Airbus World

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Extensive international travel at short notice
• Ability to work in a variety of working conditions and environments outside of a normal office environment

JOB SUMMARY

This employee will be based in ACG’s Singapore headquarters office and will report to ACG’s Chief Risk Officer (“CRO”).   Employee will be responsible for assessing, managing and reporting on portfolio and credit/country risks on ACG projects in the Asia Pacific region, including China and India and Australia / NZ (“Asia”). A significant amount of travel, typically along with the ACG Marketing representatives in charge of customers in the region, is expected.

HIRING RANGE

SGD 202,000.00 – SGD 229,000.00 

Bonus eligible position

Individual pay may vary from the target hiring range and is determined by a number of factors including experience, location, internal pay equity, and other relevant business considerations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/DUTIES

• Staying abreast of the airline markets and customer developments in Asia
• Working with ACG Marketing and ACG Legal to resolve payment and other problems with airline customers in Asia. This will include designing and negotiating lease restructurings, as needed
• Working with the CRO and other ACG Risk Department team members on various other Risk initiatives within ACG including, but not limited to: 1) ongoing portfolio reviews; 2) special studies including market assessments and de-risking studies; and 3) internal reporting
• Traveling to complete due diligence on customers, markets, etc.
• Assessing the risks posed by different ACG leasing or financing projects in Asia and identifying potential mitigants (through transaction structuring or post-closing trading, etc.)
• Providing ACG Risk’s input to and concurrence on ongoing deal terms and final LOIs inked with customers
• Preparing Risk writeups that go into each ACG Transaction Approval Form submitted to senior management
• Contributing to, or leading, company efforts to resolve post-LOI problems with Asian customers or projects (such as customer delinquencies, rent deferral requests, aircraft delivery date adjustment negotiations, bankruptcies, and requests or demands for amendments to other lease terms etc.)
• Preparing market analyses and placement strategy recommendations and contributing to other ACG projects in Asia (such as recommending changes to or limits on concentrations or trading of selected exposures)
• Contributing to monthly watch lists, delinquency reports and other internal reports
• Assessing and advising the CRO, and ACG senior management, on Asia project risks and emerging market risks
• Proactively developing tools/ideas/new approaches to help ACG improve its risk management processes/decisions
• Supporting other ACG departments and offices as necessary

KEY DIMENSIONS

• Ability to develop and manage trustworthy relationships with airlines and within ACG
• Fluency with aircraft leases, aviation risk assessment, and lease enforcement

KEY RELATIONSHIPS & LEADERSHIP

• ACG Marketing team
• ACG Legal team
• ACG Risk department

QUALIFICATIONS NECESSARY

• 7-10 years of risk and compliance experience
• Passion for aviation, familiarity with key industry risks and leasing
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Confident and outgoing personality
• Finance and accounting expertise
• Ability to travel
• Graduate degree in business/finance/accounting or graduate law degree
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, data analytics and risk metrics

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Office Environment
• Ability to use computer & software programs on a daily basis

ENVIRONMENT

• Amount of travel involved likely to be at least 50% of time
• Work will primarily be indoors
• Minimal expected exposure to machinery, extreme conditions
• Time spent sitting (85%), standing (10%), walking (5%)

JOB SUMMARY

This employee will be based in ACG’s Newport Beach headquarters office and will report to ACG’s Chief Risk Officer (“CRO”).   Employee will be responsible for assessing, managing and reporting on portfolio and credit/country risks on ACG projects in the Americas, including Canada, the USA, Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, and South America (the “Americas”).  A significant amount of travel, typically along with the ACG Marketing representatives in charge of customers in the region, is expected.

HIRING RANGE

$ 150,000.00 – 170,000.00

Bonus eligible position

Individual pay may vary from the target hiring range and is determined by a number of factors including experience, location, internal pay equity, and other relevant business considerations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/DUTIES

• Staying abreast of the airline markets and customer developments in the Americas
• Working with ACG Marketing and ACG Legal to resolve payment problems and other problems with airline customers in Asia. This will include designing and negotiating lease restructurings, as needed
• Working with the CRO and other ACG Risk Department team members on various other Risk initiatives within ACG including, but not limited to: 1) ongoing portfolio reviews; 2) special studies including market assessments and de-risking studies; and 3) internal reporting
• Traveling to complete due diligence on customers, markets, etc.
• Assessing the risks posed by different ACG leasing or financing projects in the Americas and identifying potential mitigants (through transaction structuring or post-closing trading, etc.)
• Providing ACG Risk’s input to and concurrence on ongoing deal terms and final LOIs inked with customers
• Preparing Risk writeups that go into each ACG Transaction Approval Form submitted to senior management
• Contributing to, or leading, company efforts to resolve post-LOI problems with Americas customers or projects (such as customer delinquencies, rent deferral requests, aircraft delivery date adjustment negotiations, bankruptcies, and requests or demands for amendments to other lease terms etc.)
• Preparing market analyses and placement strategy recommendations and contributing to other ACG projects in the region (such as recommending changes to or limits on concentrations or trading of selected exposures)
• Contributing to monthly watch lists, delinquency reports and other internal reports
• Assessing and advising the CRO and ACG senior management on Americas project risks and emerging risks
• Proactively developing tools/ideas/new approaches to help ACG improve its risk management processes/decisions
• Supporting other ACG departments and offices as necessary

KEY DIMENSIONS

• Ability to develop and manage trustworthy relationships with airlines and within ACG
• Fluency with aircraft leases, aviation risk assessment, and lease enforcement

KEY RELATIONSHIPS & LEADERSHIP

• ACG Marketing team
• ACG Legal team
• ACG Risk department

QUALIFICATIONS NECESSARY

• 7-10 years of risk and compliance experience
• Passion for aviation, familiarity with key industry risks and leasing
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Confident and outgoing personality
• Finance and accounting expertise
• Ability to travel
• Graduate degree in business/finance/accounting or graduate law degree
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, data, analytics and risk metrics

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Office Environment
• Ability to use computer & software programs on a daily basis

ENVIRONMENT

• Amount of travel involved likely to be at least 50% of time
• Work will primarily be indoors
• Minimal expected exposure to machinery, extreme conditions
• Time spent sitting (85%), standing (10%), walking (5%)

JOB SUMMARY

Senior paralegal responsible for (i) managing corporate compliance and board matters for ACG Aircraft Leasing Ireland Ltd and its Irish subsidiaries (collectively, “AALIL”) and (ii) managing and/or assisting with a variety of transactions in support of ACG’s international aircraft leasing business.

HIRING RANGE

€100,000.00 – €120,000.00

Bonus eligible position

Individual pay may vary from the target hiring range and is determined by a number of factors including experience, location, internal pay equity, and other relevant business considerations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/DUTIES

Corporate Matters:

• Responsible for all corporate compliance and board matters for AALIL; coordinate with outside counsel on preparing and filing documents for board meetings; prepare and file biannual and annual reports; prepare resolutions and maintain corporate minute books; liaise with independent directors, shareholders, and controlling trustees on corporate matters; assist various ACG personnel with corporate questions
• Coordinate and oversee preparation of monthly Board meetings for AALIL
• Assist with preparing and uploading materials for AALIL board meetings; maintain the meeting calendar and other corporate documents

Leasing Transactions:

• Assist with the drafting and review of lease agreements and related conditions precedent and closing documents, including closing checklists, insurance certificates and corporate approvals
• Manage the contract and delivery process for new aircraft deliveries
• Assist with the preparation and review of aircraft purchase and sale documentation, including bills of sale, acceptance certificates, escrow agreements and warranty assignments, and liaise with airframe and engine manufacturers with respect to the same
• Attend to post-closing matters including preparation of aircraft and lease file indexes, follow up on post-closing conditions, distribute documents to lessees and update the company’s legal files.
• Prepare trust agreements to support lease transactions
• Liaise with outside counsel as needed
• Other duties as assigned, including records management and system maintenance

KEY DIMENSIONS

• Professional, dependable, detail-oriented, and highly organized
• Team player with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn and take on new types of projects as the company evolves or needs arise
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of management, staff and external service providers
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with appropriate discretion
• Able to manage time efficiently, prioritize effectively and handle multiple projects and tight deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Occasional domestic and international travel may be required

KEY RELATIONSHIPS & LEADERSHIP

• SVP, Counsel – directly reports to the attorney responsible for transactional matters at the Company
• AVP, Counsel – work closely with the attorney and AALIL board member responsible for AALIL matters at the Company
• Transactional Attorneys – will work closely with, and report directly to, transactional attorneys when working on leasing and other aircraft transactions
• Accounting/Tax/Finance – must work closely with these departments on certain internal structuring projects and coordinate between them and local counsel for board meetings
• Internal and Outside Directors – one of the primary points of contact for AALIL directors (ACG and independent) serving on the boards of AALIL

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience as a paralegal, preferably at a law firm or in-house at a company with both domestic and international activities
• Bachelor’s degree
• Skilled in Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel) and willingness to learn other applications.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Office Environment
• Ability to use computer & software programs daily

ENVIRONMENT

Standard office job, taking place indoors. Sitting/standing depends on whether a standing desk is used. Minimal travel for corporate responsibilities but may be required in connection with certain leasing transactions.

JOB SUMMARY

The Sr. Aviation Portfolio Analyst II will be responsible for reviewing and analyzing lease documents in detail for the purpose of completing system data documentation, summary abstracts, and detailed analysis. This employee will perform and review calculations related to lease provisions on a daily/monthly basis. 

In this position, the Sr. Aviation Portfolio Analyst II will communicate directly with customers and internal departments related to such calculations. Participation in special projects involving portfolio transfers, acquisitions and/or sales and major system/report development projects primarily through detailed research and analysis of lease documentation as assigned will be required in this role.

HIRING RANGE
$85,000.00 – $100,000.00
Bonus eligible position
Individual pay may vary from the target hiring range and is determined by a number of factors including experience, location, internal pay equity, and other relevant business considerations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/DUTIES

• Perform system set up, review and audit. Responsible for communicating with internal departments to ensure lease data and information is captured appropriately
• Perform monthly Default interest calculation process review, MR/SD reconciliation. Perform updates via various adjustments and transactions and communicate with Lessees and ACG internal teams on the revised rent schedule and coordinate with invoicing team to revise invoices when necessary
• Collaborate with the system core team to maximize the utilization of systems
• Improve system processes; and conduct comprehensive research on system issues/functionalities
• Ensure self and appropriate staff training on system functionality, confirm proper reporting practices, data integrity, and assist with the testing of periodic system enhancements/releases
• Analyze and provide recommendations for system upgrades/implementations including user testing and evaluation of requirements.

System data management             

• Review lease documentations, upload critical lease information into system 
• Manage lease schedules, to ensure accuracy of all active lease receivables in system 
• Perform calculations, communicate calculation details to customers 
• Provide system trouble shoot, provide solutions to ensure proper invoices/collection process being established 
• Provide system upgrade testing, ensure all critical functions and reports are working as expected
• Provide creative solutions to meet business needs, and support ACG areas for information inquiries and reporting needs.

Support Marketing, Accounting, Treasury and Legal teams:                     

• Support assigned marketing rep for all leasing activities, including payment status, delinquency balances, lease rental rates and detailed calculations and any other reporting and transaction needs.
• Support delivery and Legal teams during new delivery by providing critical contract calculations
• Perform daily cash receipt analysis 
• Support legal team on providing arrears calculation/reviewing draft documentations to ensure the calculations accurately reflect in the documents.
• Provide support to any internal special projects as assigned

KEY DIMENSIONS

• Team player
• Accountability – ability to work with little supervision.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact with various levels management
• Excellent organization and ability to manage multiple projects at once
• Detail Oriented with strong problem-solving skills

Ability to remain calm under stressful situations or tight deadlines

KEY RELATIONSHIPS & LEADERSHIP

• Portfolio Accounting operation team – perform the day-to-day portfolio accounting functions
• Marketing team – supporting existing and new lessees on all transactions.
• Treasury team – perform the day-to-day treasury operations including lease payments applications and monthly Rental/MR/Ad-hoc invoices.
• Technical team – monthly utilizations, aircraft status
• IT team – system support
• Risk and Internal Audit – Control and compliance

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to learn and use industry specific software to accomplish daily tasks
• Ability to read and understand Lease contract language and technical aspects of the various Leases and associated legal documents and apply that information to specific situations, as needed
• Proficient in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• Good communication and analytical skills
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively with little supervision
• Ability to work in an evolving and fast paced environment
• Ability to analyze data, leases, and make recommendations
• 2 years’ experience working in an aviation related organization preferred

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Office Environment – no difficult physical tasks
• Ability to use computer & software programs on a daily basis for extended periods of time

ENVIRONMENT

No travel is required outside of ad-hoc and infrequent external trainings 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 (80%) with part of the time spent collaborating with other groups and team members (20%).

JOB SUMMARY

The Senior Benefits & Compensation Analyst leads the delivery and administration of the company’s domestic and international benefits and supports global compensation programs and initiatives. This role is responsible for conducting market research and analysis, as well as benchmarking and following trends, all to ensure ACG is providing the most competitive, current, and cost-effective programs, while maintaining the highest level of service to employees.

HIRING RANGE

$90,000.00 – $110,000.00

Bonus eligible position

Individual pay may vary from the target hiring range and is determined by a number of factors including experience, location, internal pay equity, and other relevant business considerations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/DUTIES

• Partner with HR Director to provide senior level support on all benefits initiatives, including, but not limited to, benefits administration, compensation management, employee wellness, monitoring benefits and compensation trends, open enrollment, maintaining relationships with brokers and 3^rd party service providers
• Administer the organization’s benefits programs, including, but not limited to, retirement plans, leave policies, wellness programs, insurance policies, and all related invoicing
• Manage all annual global benefits enrollment, renewal processes, and related communications
• Serve as subject matter expert and administrator for STD, FMLA, ADA, Worker’s Compensation and general leave inquiries, ensuring accurate payments and communications with employees
• Audit all benefits and compensation programs to ensure compliance and accuracy
• Liaise with employees on all benefits and compensation related questions and concerns; research and resolve claims and issues
• Serve as a subject matter expert on compensation and benefits, including analyzing and providing recommendations to improve or modify policies, programs, or plan designs
• Assist in creating and maintaining a comprehensive total rewards philosophy that aligns to our strategy, business goals and global talent needs
• Lead and support compensation process reviews including base compensation and increases, promotions, transfers, and pay equity
• Serve as SME on industry salaries, benefits [especially ACG’s qualified and non-qualified retirement plans including 401(k), Supplemental Executive Retirement Plan (SERP), Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP), and ACG’s variable compensation plans such as the Annual Incentive Plan (AIP) and the Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP)], merit increase trends and implementation
• Research, analyze and update salary ranges for all positions on an annual basis
• Participate in annual merit increase and bonus processes and make recommendations based on domestic and international data/trends
• Analyze retirement plans and incentive-based compensation plans and recommend potential changes to streamline provisions and administration of such plans
• Responsible for global salary surveys and reporting that ACG participates in, including:
  • 5500
  • Pay reporting
  • Salary surveys
  • EEOC reporting
  • Worker’s comp audit
  • Support other internal and external audit requirements
• Provide global HR analytics by collecting, analyzing and interpreting HR data and metrics; identify trends, provide insights, and develop action-oriented recommendations to solve department and business challenges
• Provide support and back up for other HR and employee relations tasks, initiatives, or projects including:
  • Employee surveys
  • Departmental efficiencies and automation
  • Employee recognition and appreciation programs
  • Activities geared toward workplace satisfaction
  • Assist with HRIS maintenance
  • Participate in company committees as requested
• Handle other projects and tasks as needed

KEY DIMENSIONS

• Highly ambitious and driven to own and represent this function with a positive demeanor and passion for serving others, including all levels of staff
• Passionate about improving key HR processes in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment
• Ability to maintain accurate, competitive, and clearly communicated benefits and compensation programs
• Comfortable presenting programs (verbally and written) to employee groups and members of senior management

Person establishes themselves as ACG’s SME on all things benefits and compensation

KEY RELATIONSHIPS & LEADERSHIP

• HR and Payroll teams
• Internal risk and finance
• Insurance brokers and benefits carriers
• Ability to effectively interface with employees and vendors at all levels, in multiple countries and time zones

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field
• Strong analytical skills; strong with numbers, calculations and data; able to self-manage; team player
• Minimum of 5 years prior Benefits & Compensation experience in a fast-paced, highly accurate environment
• Proficient with MS Office especially Word, Excel, PPT and Outlook. Specific expertise in excel including ability to perform
• complex calculations and formulas, pivot tables, comparisons, V and H lookups, etc.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, time-management, and organizational skills
• Knowledge of qualified and non-qualified deferred compensation plans
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Must be detail-oriented and time-driven

International benefits experience is a plus

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Office Environment
• Ability to use computer & software programs on a daily basis

ENVIRONMENT

This position requires very minimal travel. Travel can consist of meeting with brokers and outside vendors. This position will be indoors 100% of the time. 90%-95% of day is spent sitting or standing at desk as the other 5% consists of minimal walking to meet with other employees.

JOB SUMMARY

In this role, the Sr. Accountant will primarily be responsible for overseeing the accounts receivable and cash application processes. This person will play a crucial role in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring timely and accurate receivables reporting and accounting and analysis. This position is an integral part of the accounting close process and contributes to the overall success of the organization.

HIRING RANGE
$95,000.00 – $105,000.00
Bonus eligible position
Individual pay may vary from the target hiring range and is determined by a number of factors including experience, location, internal pay equity, and other relevant business considerations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/DUTIES

Accounts Receivable Management:

• Responsible for the accounts receivable function, ensuring accurate and timely system reporting and invoicing, payment
• collections, and customer account reconciliations
• Monitor outstanding customer balances, identify delinquent accounts, and implement appropriate collection procedures
• Work closely with customers and marketing team to resolve billing inquiries, disputes, and discrepancies
• Perform periodic aging analysis and reporting to evaluate accounts receivable performance and identify areas for improvement

Cash Application:

• Oversee and execute the cash application process, accurately and efficiently applying cash receipts to customer accounts
• Reconcile discrepancies and resolve issues related to cash application
• Monitor and analyze unapplied cash, unidentified payments, and unallocated funds, taking appropriate actions to
• resolve outstanding items promptly
• Collaborate with internal teams, including billing, collections, and customer service, to address any discrepancies or payment-related concerns

Accounting, Reporting, and Analysis:

• Ensure appropriate accounting set up on all contracts
• Record receivables and cash application activities in sub-ledger and general ledger
• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports, statements, and reconciliations
• Conduct financial analysis, identify trends, and provide insights to support decision-making processes
• Periodically present financial analysis to management team related to receivables and collections
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities, including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial
• statement preparation
• Support system upgrades or implementations as necessary
• Compliance and Process Improvement:
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles, standards, and regulations
• Continuously evaluate and improve accounting processes and procedures to enhance efficiency and accuracy
• Participate in internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and support

KEY DIMENSIONS

• Accuracy
• Problem Solver/Solutions Driven
• Accountable
• Efficient
• Excellent communication

KEY RELATIONSHIPS & LEADERSHIP

• Accounting Team
• Marketing Team
• Chief Financial Officer
• SVP, Controller and Chief Accounting Officer

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA designation is preferred
• 3-5 years’ Accounting experience
• Proven experience as a Senior Accountant or in a similar role, with a focus on cash application, accounts receivable
• management, and technical budgeting
• Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and financial reporting
• Proficiency in accounting software and advanced MS Excel skills
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and attention to detail abilities
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities
• Prior experience in a fast-paced environment or within the finance department of a medium to large organization is preferred

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 trainings and offsite events. This position will be indoors 100% of the time. 90%-95% of the day is spent sitting or standing at a desk as the other 5% consists of minimal walking to meet with other employees.