CFO (Chief Financial Officer)

RESION•Lake Ronkonkoma, NY

18d•$165,000 - $190,000

About The Position

Resion LLC is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to lead the company’s financial initiatives in partnership with the CEO and other C-suite executives. The CFO oversees financial planning, budgeting, accounting, and reporting; supports profitability and effective cash-flow management; and ensures compliance with financial regulations and accounting standards. The role supervises the finance team and coordinates the delivery of accurate, timely financial information. The company operates in the aerospace and defense, manufacturing, and technology sectors. The position reports to the CEO and Board of Directors. In addition to traditional financial management, the CFO serves as a strategic partner to executive leadership. The role analyzes data to guide business decisions involving investments, mergers and acquisitions, capital structure, and risk mitigation; evaluates economic trends and growth opportunities; and advises on resource allocation to maximize returns and minimize risks. The role is based in Lakeland, Florida; Boca Raton, Florida; Central Islip, New York; or Virginia Beach, Virginia. Work may be remote, hybrid, or on-site. The position is exempt and may require up to 50% travel. The work environment is typically an office, with use of a computer, telephone, and other office equipment and frequent interruptions. The company describes its culture as high-energy, fast-paced, metrics- and goal-driven, and requiring a positive attitude.

Requirements

At least 10 years of experience in accounting and financial management practices, preferably in defense contracting and/or heavy industrial sectors with long lead times.
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, or at least 10 years in a related field or function; the posting also lists a bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting, or equivalent experience.
Strong GAAP and financial-reporting skills.
U.S. citizenship is required due to federal contracting requirements.
Must be clearable; an active security clearance is not currently required.
Financial planning and strategic-planning skills.
Leadership and coaching skills.
Decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Expertise in Pentagon accounting software and spreadsheets.
Excellent knowledge of data analysis, risk management, and forecasting.
Strong ethical standards and high levels of integrity.
Track record in capital sourcing.

Nice To Haves

Engineering, operations, or MBA background preferred.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop the organization’s financial well-being by providing financial projections and accounting services, preparing growth plans, and directing staff.
Work with senior managers to develop budget proposals, provide project-finance information and cash-flow projections, and ensure contract compliance and reporting.
Research revenue opportunities and economic trends, analyze internal operations, and identify cost-reduction and process-enhancement opportunities.
Develop and execute capital procurement strategies, including asset-based lending, purchase-order financing, and mobilization capital to fund inventory and work-in-process pipelines; serve as the primary liaison to commercial lenders, specialized defense and aerospace banking sectors, and private-equity stakeholders.
Coordinate HR operations with external service providers and internal HR staff, including communicating and enforcing policies and procedures; implementing recruitment, selection, orientation, training, disciplinary, and communications programs; reviewing job contributions; and planning compensation strategies.
Partner with Business Development and Program Management to propose, structure, and negotiate vendor milestone and progress-payment schedules to improve cash flow and reduce reliance on third-party funding.
Monitor business performance using tracking tools, establish corrective measures as needed, and prepare detailed reports for investors, management, and others.
Hire and manage finance personnel and oversee financial IT systems, ensuring compliance with relevant regulatory entities.
Lead preparation for external financial audits, corporate tax filings, and federal DCAA system-compliance audits.
Perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the organization’s ongoing needs.