Chief Financial Officer

SPIRIT ELECTRONICS•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

Spirit Electronics is a veteran-owned, woman-owned value-added supplier of high reliability components, engineering services and superior supply chain solutions. With a history rooted in serving the military and space industries, Spirit strives to be a valued partner to key technology sectors. As an award-winning distributor, Spirit delivers authorized products and a range of value-added services, including SMI/VMI, foundry access, electrical and environmental testing, design, assembly, and end-of-life management. The Chief Finance Officer (CFO) is responsible for providing strategic financial leadership and overseeing all financial operations of Spirit’s business units. This is an executive role that ensures financial stability, drives financial performance, and supports Spirit’s growth objectives. The ideal CFO candidate will have extensive financial management experience with a track record in strategic financial leadership and a demonstrated ability to drive financial performance while ensuring industry compliance. The CFO will support executive collaboration and strategy and head the Finance department at Spirit.

Requirements

15-20 years of progressive experience in finance, with 10 years in a senior leadership role
Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or business administration; CPA strongly preferred
Extensive experience in financial management within the aerospace and defense industry or similarly complex manufacturing environments
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
In-depth knowledge of relevant financial regulations and compliance requirements
Strong understanding of government contracting and related financial implications
Deep understanding of financial reporting, compliance, and risk management
Proven track record of strategic planning driving financial performance and strategic initiatives
Experience with advanced financial modeling, ERP systems, and data analytics tools
Knowledge of mergers and acquisitions process and integration
Excellent leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop high-performing teams
Outstanding communication and presentation skills with the ability to convey complex financial information to diverse audiences
Visionary with strategic mindset and strong business acumen
Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive strategic processes and improvements
Strategic thinking with proactive approach

Responsibilities

Develop and execute Spirit’s long-term financial strategy in alignment with business goals
Oversee all financial operations, including accounting, treasury, tax, and financial planning and analysis
Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes
Ensure compliance with financial regulations and reporting requirements
Manage relationships with banks, investors, and financial institutions
Provide financial insights and analysis to support strategic decision-making
Oversee risk management and internal control systems
Lead mergers and acquisitions activities from a financial perspective
Collaborate with other C-suite executives to drive business performance
Ensure financial systems and processes support business needs
Manage the finance team, developing talent and fostering a high-performance culture
Represent Spirit to external stakeholders on financial matters