A CFO role for a leader who wants to directly shape the direction of a global industrial group

We are seeking a senior financial leader to take a key role in shaping the next phase of growth of our U.S. aerospace business within Helicopter Alliance, a global aviation group focused on rotary-wing platforms and lifecycle support.

This is a build-and-scale CFO mandate, not a maintenance finance role. The objective is to elevate financial leadership, enable growth, and strengthen the U.S. industrial platform.

About The Group

Helicopter Alliance is an international aviation group focused on helicopter platforms, modernization programs, operations, and lifecycle support for government and commercial customers.

In the United States, the group operates through Ace Aeronautics, a specialized aerospace and MRO platform that represents a key part of the group’s industrial footprint and growth strategy.

Description

The Opportunity:

As CFO of Ace Aeronautics, you will be a key member of the leadership team and work in close partnership with the CEO and the Group CFO.

You will be responsible for building and leading a high-performing finance function and ensuring it supports the company’s growth stage while aligning with the standards and expectations of the global group.

This role sits at the center of transformation and expansion of the U.S. business and has a significant impact on its future direction.

Key Responsibilities

Full financial leadership of Ace Aeronautics (U.S. aerospace platform)
Strategic partnership with the CEO and Helicopter Alliance leadership
Key finance counterpart to the Group CFO
Drive financial strategy, performance management, and capital allocation
Lead FP&A, controlling, reporting, and cash flow management
Establish effective and sustainable financial processes and governance
Lead ERP implementation and finance digitalization initiatives
Ensure US GAAP / IFRS compliance and reporting quality
Manage relationships with banks, auditors, and key external stakeholders
Build and develop a high-performing finance organization
Align financial processes with the global group structure
Government Contracting & Compliance

Requirements

Senior finance leader / CFO from manufacturing, aerospace, or industrial environments
Proven track record in financial transformation and performance improvement
Strong background in FP&A, controlling, and strategic finance
Experience leading ERP implementations and finance modernization
Strong knowledge of US GAAP and/or IFRS
Strong executive leadership and stakeholder management skills
Experience in multinational or group environments
Ability to operate in complex, matrixed organizations
Aerospace or complex engineered manufacturing experience is a strong advantage

We offer

A key leadership role within a global aviation group
Direct influence on the growth and performance of a U.S. aerospace platform
Opportunity to build a modern, high-performing finance organization
Close collaboration with international group leadership
High level of autonomy and strategic ownership
Competitive executive compensation package

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