We are looking for a strategic Chief Financial Officer to lead the financial direction of our manufacturing organization in Corona, California. This executive will oversee accounting, reporting, forecasting, and cost management while partnering closely with leadership, investors, and lenders to support sound decision-making. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in electronics manufacturing, a strong command of cost accounting, and a proven ability to deliver precise financial reporting in a private equity-backed environment.
Responsibilities:
• Direct all finance and accounting operations, including monthly close activities, financial statement preparation, and oversight of reporting accuracy and timeliness.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning to support business performance and strategic growth objectives.
• Manage reporting obligations for private equity sponsors, credit partners, and equity stakeholders, ensuring full compliance with deadlines and financial covenant requirements.
• Oversee manufacturing finance activities with a focus on job costing, standard costing, cost accounting, and variance analysis across production operations.
• Partner with operational leadership to evaluate plant performance, improve margins, and strengthen financial visibility across electronics and box-build manufacturing programs.
• Maintain effective controls and compliance practices in support of defense-related manufacturing requirements and applicable cost accounting standards.
• Guide the use and improvement of ERP-driven financial processes, including costing workflows, system-supported analysis, and areas that still rely on manual procedures within Epicor.
• Build strong relationships with internal leaders and external stakeholders by providing clear financial insights and dependable decision support.
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in finance and accounting, including service as a CFO, Finance Director, or senior finance leader.
• Background in a electronic manufacturing company with approximately $50M to $250M in revenue.
• Demonstrated expertise in electronics manufacturing, including box-build production environments.
• Prior experience supporting private equity ownership with direct responsibility for lender, credit, and investor reporting.
• Strong knowledge of job costing, cost accounting, standard costing, and variance analysis in a manufacturing setting.
• Experience working in the defense industry, with familiarity with government contracting expectations and cost accounting standards.
• Hands-on experience with ERP platforms in manufacturing finance, including Epicor and related costing processes.
• Proven ability to lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial statement oversight with a high level of accuracy and accountability.
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