Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

About the Company

Reputable manufacturer of safety & survivability solutions for defence, aerospace & aviation industries

Industry
Defense & Space

Type
Privately Held

Founded
1992

Employees
51-200

Specialties

- engineered protective textiles
- armored vehicle subassemblies
- inflatable life support equipment
- tactical flotation
- maintenance
- repair & overhaul
- inflight training equipment
- life rafts rental
- life vests rental
- turn-key training services
- aviation interiors
- cabin crew training equipment
- supply chain management
- defence
- search and rescue equipment
- textiles
- mechanical assemblies
- safety equipment inspection
- re-certification
- elt re-coding
- and design engineering

About the Role

The Company is in search of a Chief Financial Officer to provide strategic financial leadership for its diverse and technically sophisticated business. The CFO will be a key partner to the President & Chief Executive Officer, with a central role in guiding the business and ensuring the financial management aligns with the company's mission and customer base. This includes close collaboration with leaders across various functions to support investment decisions, enhance business performance, and manage risk.



The successful candidate will have a background in leading finance within a manufacturing, industrial, aerospace, defense, aviation, or similar complex business, and must be adept at using financial insight to drive positive outcomes. Experience in supporting government customers, regulated industries, or export-oriented businesses is considered an asset.

The ideal CFO for the company will be a pragmatic business leader, comfortable in discussions ranging from strategy to operational performance, and will have a proven track record of using financial expertise to support the organization's goals. The role is not only about financial oversight but also involves providing guidance on information technology, governance, and business planning activities. The CFO will be instrumental in shaping the long-term financial and operational direction of the business, ensuring that the necessary systems, processes, and infrastructure are in place for effective execution. This is a significant opportunity to join a respected Canadian organization with a robust reputation for quality, innovation, and customer commitment.

Hiring Manager Title
President & Chief Executive Officer

Functions

- Finance

📌 Chief Financial Officer (CFO) (Ontario)
🏢 Important Company of the Sector
📍 Ontario