Chief Financial Officer

Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Confidential Opportunity | Public Company | Aerospace / Defense / Advanced Manufacturing A growing public company operating within the aerospace, defense, and advanced technology sector is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to partner directly with the CEO and Board during a pivotal stage of growth and transformation. This executive will lead all aspects of finance, capital markets, strategic planning, investor relations, operational finance, compliance, and long‑range value creation initiatives. The ideal candidate brings a combination of public‑company leadership, operational finance expertise, manufacturing exposure, and strong strategic capabilities within complex, regulated environments. Key Responsibilities Lead enterprise‑wide financial strategy aligned with long‑term corporate objectives Partner closely with the CEO and executive leadership team on strategic initiatives, operational improvements, and growth planning Oversee quarterly earnings preparation, investor communications, analyst engagement, and SEC reporting Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, FP&A, and long‑range planning processes Drive operational finance initiatives across manufacturing and business operations Oversee SOX compliance, internal controls, audit coordination, and regulatory compliance Manage treasury, liquidity planning, banking relationships, and capital allocation strategies Support M&A initiatives including due diligence, financial analysis, integration, and post‑acquisition optimization Lead ERP modernization and finance transformation initiatives leveraging automation and AI‑driven processes Manage enterprise risk programs, insurance strategies, and financial governance Qualifications 15+ years of progressive finance leadership experience with at least 5 years in senior executive leadership roles Prior experience as a CFO, Deputy CFO, VP Finance, or senior finance executive within a public company environment Strong understanding of SEC reporting, SOX compliance, investor relations, and capital markets Experience within aerospace, defense, manufacturing, government contracting, or advanced technology industries strongly preferred Familiarity with DCAA, FAR/CAS, and government contract accounting environments highly preferred Proven leadership experience supporting operational and manufacturing organizations Track record leading ERP implementations and finance transformation initiatives (SAP, Oracle, Costpoint, or similar) Experience partnering with Boards, audit committees, lenders, investors, and executive leadership teams MBA required; CPA strongly preferred Ideal Candidate Background The ideal candidate will bring a strategic yet hands‑on leadership style and possess the ability to operate effectively in dynamic, growth‑oriented environments. This individual should demonstrate strong executive presence, operational rigor, and the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable business strategy. Additional Information Competitive compensation package including base salary, bonus, and equity participation Highly visible executive leadership role reporting directly to the CEO U.S. citizenship or ability to satisfy applicable government/ITAR requirements required Company will provide relocation or there can be monthly office visits #J-18808-Ljbffr