Role Overview for Chief Financial Officer with a Global Aerospace Supplier – Phoenix, AZ
JRG Partners is proud to partner with a premier, globally recognized leader in the aerospace and defense sector to identify a visionary and strategic Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Based in the dynamic aerospace hub of Phoenix, Arizona, this is a career-defining opportunity to join the executive leadership team of a multi-billion dollar organization renowned for its innovation, quality, and commitment to excellence. Our client is a critical supplier of advanced components and systems to the world’s leading commercial and military aircraft manufacturers.
As the Chief Financial Officer, you will be a strategic partner to the Chief Executive Officer and the Board of Directors, playing a pivotal role in shaping the future of the company. You will be responsible for the entire scope of the company’s financial and fiscal management, providing insightful leadership and robust financial stewardship. This role extends far beyond traditional accounting; you will be instrumental in driving growth initiatives, evaluating mergers and acquisitions, optimizing capital structure, and ensuring the company’s long-term financial health and shareholder value. You will lead a large, geographically dispersed team of finance professionals, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration. This is a highly visible role that requires a leader with exceptional business acumen, a deep understanding of the aerospace industry’s complexities, and the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable strategic insights.
The ideal candidate is a seasoned executive with a proven track record of financial leadership within a complex, global manufacturing environment. Your expertise will not only ensure compliance and operational efficiency but will also be the financial engine that powers the company’s strategic objectives, market expansion, and technological advancements. If you are a transformative leader ready to make a significant impact on a global scale, we invite you to explore this exceptional opportunity.
Key Responsibilities of Chief Financial Officer with a Global Aerospace Supplier – Phoenix, AZ
The Chief Financial Officer will direct and oversee all financial activities of the corporation, ensuring the integrity of fiscal data and modeling for our future. Key responsibilities are comprehensive and include:
Strategic Financial Leadership & Corporate Development
- Act as a key strategic advisor and partner to the CEO and executive team on all financial, operational, and strategic issues.
- Lead the development and execution of the company’s long-term financial strategy to support sustainable growth and profitability.
- Drive the M&A strategy, including target identification, due diligence, valuation, negotiation, and post-merger integration.
- Manage relationships with the Board of Directors, investors, lenders, and the broader financial community.
- Spearhead capital structure decisions, including debt and equity financing, to optimize the balance sheet and support strategic investments.
Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
- Lead the annual budgeting process, long-range strategic planning, and periodic forecasting with accuracy and insight.
- Provide robust financial modeling and analysis to support key business decisions, including new product development, capital expenditures, and pricing strategies.
- Develop and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) that provide the leadership team with critical insights into business performance and trends.
- Oversee the preparation of insightful management reports and presentations for the executive team and Board of Directors.
Controllership, Accounting & Reporting
- Ensure the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of all financial reporting in compliance with GAAP, and SEC regulations for a public company.
- Oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and tax.
- Maintain and enhance a robust system of internal controls in compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements.
- Manage the relationship with external auditors and ensure a clean and timely annual audit process.
- Provide expert guidance on complex accounting matters, particularly those related to the aerospace industry such as program accounting and long-term contracts.
Treasury & Risk Management
- Direct treasury functions, including cash management, liquidity, foreign exchange hedging, and investment strategies.
- Oversee the company’s risk management framework, identifying and mitigating financial, operational, and strategic risks.
- Manage the corporate insurance programs to ensure adequate coverage and cost-effectiveness.
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, local, and international financial regulations and laws.
Team Leadership & Development
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing global finance and accounting organization.
- Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous professional development within the finance team.
- Structure the finance organization to effectively support the needs of a growing, global business.
Requirements for the Chief Financial Officer with a Global Aerospace Supplier – Phoenix, AZ
We are seeking a world-class executive with a distinguished career in financial leadership. The qualifications for this role are stringent and reflect the seniority and complexity of the position.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is mandatory.
- A minimum of 15+ years of progressive experience in senior financial leadership roles (e.g., VP Finance, Division CFO, CFO).
Extensive experience within the aerospace, defense, or a similarly complex, global manufacturing industry is absolutely essential.
- Demonstrated experience as a CFO or #1 finance leader for a significant business unit or publicly traded company.
- Proven track record of managing all aspects of a finance function, including FP&A, accounting, treasury, tax, and investor relations.
- Deep understanding of government contract accounting principles, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).
- Strong experience with M&A, capital markets, and debt financing.
- Exceptional leadership skills with a history of building and developing high-performing teams.
- Unquestionable integrity, ethics, and credibility.
Preferred Qualifications
- An MBA from a top-tier institution and/or a CPA designation is highly preferred.
- Experience leading the finance function of a publicly-traded company, including direct involvement with SEC reporting and investor relations.
- Expertise in managing finances for a company with significant international operations and multi-currency transactions.
- Advanced knowledge of modern ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and business intelligence tools.
- Experience working with private equity-backed or publicly-held companies through periods of significant growth or transformation.
Benefits & Perks Offered
Our client is committed to attracting and retaining top-tier executive talent and offers a comprehensive and highly competitive compensation package, including:
- A competitive executive base salary commensurate with experience.
- A significant annual performance-based bonus.
- A lucrative Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP), including stock options and/or restricted stock units (RSUs).
- Comprehensive, premium health, dental, and vision insurance for you and your dependents.
- A robust 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company matching contribution.
- Executive-level paid time off (PTO), sick leave, and paid holidays.
- A comprehensive relocation package to the Phoenix, AZ area for the successful candidate and their family.
- Company-sponsored life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability coverage.
- Opportunities for continued professional development and executive coaching.
How to Apply
JRG Partners has been exclusively retained for this critical executive search. We are seeking the most qualified and impactful leaders for this transformative role. All inquiries and applications will be handled with the strictest confidence.
If you are a visionary financial executive with a passion for the aerospace industry and a track record of driving exceptional results, we encourage you to apply. To be considered, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications.
To learn more about our expertise in this sector, please visit our page on JRG Partners’ specialized Aerospace and Defense recruiting practice. We look forward to connecting with you to discuss this outstanding opportunity.
