Job Summary
Our client is a public company listed on the TSX and is a global corporation offering design, development, prototypes, certification and manufacturing solutions for aerospace and defense electronic products and subsystems.

The company operates facilities in the United States, Canada and China.

The Position:

We are seeking the leadership of an experienced Chief Financial Officer to manage financial transactions, strategic planning, budgeting and forecasting, internal controls and risk mitigation, corporate governance, external reporting and internal management reporting.

Reporting directly to the President & CEO, the Chief Financial Officer will be responsible for the:

Management of Capital:

Arrange for equity and debt financing in support of our corporate development strategy
Maintain current banking relationships on satisfactory terms to the company
Ensure adequate cash flow through operations to meet the Company’s needs and fund growth
Actively participate in corporate development through acquisition due diligence, modeling, valuations and negotiations
Manage the capital requests and planning and forecasting processes
Work with the President/CEO to reinforce the strategic vision and operational excellence strategy
Counsel the President/CEO and divisional General Managers to coordinate and prioritize planning initiatives and promote cross functional cooperation.

Management of Financial & Strategic Business Risks:

Understand and mitigate key elements of the Company’s risk profile
Develop financial and tax strategies for the Company and its subsidiaries
Manage the treasury, accounting, investor relations, legal, tax and human resource functions (internal & external)
Maintain appropriate insurance coverage
Review contracts, subcontracts, non-disclosure agreements and other legal documents to understand and mitigate unfavorable terms and conditions.

Management of Corporate Systems:

Develop performance measures that support the Company’s strategic direction and Operational Excellence strategy
Implement operational best practices, cost controls to ensure profitability and pin point areas of improvement.

Management of Internal & External Reporting:

Construct and monitor reliable internal control systems and safeguards to meet independent auditing standards
Monitor and supervise the preparation, standards of internal, external financial statements and financial reports of the Company and its subsidiaries
Oversee the issuance and public filings of financial information
Attend Board and Subcommittee meetings; including being the lead staff on the Audit Committee
Ensure the Board is up to date and well briefed on all financial matters and internal, external developments of the Company.

Qualifications:

Must have CPA designation
Proven experience in all aspects of financial transactions and management
Ten years of operational and corporate experience with a major public company
Proven track record of delivering results
Strong interpersonal, written and communication skills
Team building, staff management and professional development skills

Other Requirements

Must be able to work fully in office
Regular multi-national travel

Compensation and Benefits:

$230,000 - $260,000 per year
Up to 40% bonus
Stock ownership plan
Company Car
Health and Dental

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $230,000.00-$260,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care
Extended health care
Stock options

Experience:

Public Company: 10 years (required)
Manufacturing: 5 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

Chartered Professional Accountant (required)

Willingness to travel:

50% (required)

Work Location: In person

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