Spectra Aeronautics LLC Hiring! Full Time Chief Financial Officer in - Ricebowl

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Department: Executive Leadership / Finance

Reports To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) / Board of Directors

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for leading the company's financial strategy, overseeing financial operations, and ensuring effective financial planning, reporting, and risk management. This role drives financial performance, capital allocation, budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial sustainability to support the company's strategic objectives and business growth.

The CFO works closely with the CEO, executive leadership team, and board of directors to evaluate financial performance, guide investment decisions, manage financial risks, and develop strategies that strengthen profitability and shareholder value. This position also oversees accounting, treasury, financial controls, and financial reporting while ensuring compliance with applicable financial regulations and corporate governance standards.

1. Corporate Financial Strategy and Leadership

Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with corporate objectives, growth plans, and long-term business priorities.

Advise the CEO and executive leadership on financial performance, capital allocation, profitability, and strategic investment opportunities.

Establish financial policies, governance standards, and accountability frameworks to strengthen financial management.

Evaluate business opportunities, financial scenarios, and investment proposals to support executive decision-making.

2. Financial Planning, Budgeting, and Forecasting

Lead annual budgeting, financial planning, forecasting, and long-range financial modeling across the organization.

Monitor revenue, expenses, cash flow, operating margins, and financial performance against established targets.

Coordinate with department leaders to establish budgets, evaluate financial needs, and improve resource allocation.

Identify financial trends, performance gaps, and cost optimization opportunities, recommending corrective actions where necessary.

3. Accounting, Reporting, and Financial Controls

Oversee accounting operations, financial statements, month-end and year-end closing, and management reporting.

Ensure the accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of financial information in accordance with applicable accounting standards.

Establish and maintain internal financial controls, approval procedures, and reporting processes to protect company assets.

Coordinate external audits, financial reviews, and regulatory reporting requirements while addressing identified control deficiencies.

4. Treasury, Capital Management, and Financial Risk

Oversee cash management, liquidity planning, financing activities, and capital structure to support business continuity and growth.

Manage relationships with banks, lenders, investors, and other financial institutions, as appropriate.

Evaluate financing alternatives, capital expenditures, investment returns, and working capital requirements.

Identify and manage financial risks, including liquidity, credit, market, and foreign exchange exposure, where applicable.

5. Executive Partnership and Team Development

Lead and develop finance, accounting, treasury, and financial planning teams, establishing clear objectives and performance standards.

Partner with business unit leaders to evaluate financial results, improve operating efficiency, and strengthen business performance.

Present financial reports, forecasts, risk assessments, and strategic recommendations to the CEO, executive leadership, and board of directors.

Promote financial accountability, data-driven decision-making, and continuous improvement across the organization.

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.

15-20+ years of progressive experience in corporate finance, accounting, financial planning and analysis, treasury, or related financial functions.

Significant senior leadership experience overseeing financial operations, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and financial controls.

Strong understanding of financial statements, accounting principles, corporate finance, cash flow management, and capital allocation.

Demonstrated ability to develop financial strategies, manage budgets, evaluate investment opportunities, and improve financial performance.

Experience overseeing financial reporting, internal controls, external audits, and applicable regulatory requirements.

Proven ability to analyze complex financial data, develop financial models, assess business risks, and communicate actionable recommendations to executive leadership.

Excellent strategic planning, analytical, decision-making, communication, and leadership skills.

Experience managing finance teams, coordinating cross-functional financial planning, and establishing financial performance metrics.

Ability to manage confidential financial information and exercise sound judgment in high-impact business decisions.

Experience serving as a CFO, Vice President of Finance, Finance Director, or senior financial executive in a complex or growing organization.

Professional certification such as CPA or CMA, where relevant to the company's financial operations.

Experience leading financial strategy during business expansion, organizational restructuring, mergers and acquisitions, or other major corporate initiatives.

Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, financial planning platforms, and business intelligence tools.

Experience presenting financial performance, capital requirements, and strategic recommendations to a board of directors, investors, or other key stakeholders.

Knowledge of corporate governance, financial risk management, internal control frameworks, and financial compliance practices.

Demonstrated success improving financial reporting, strengthening cash flow management, optimizing capital allocation, and supporting sustainable profitability.