Chief Financial Strategy & Growth Officer - The Workplace Advisors : Job Details

Founded in 1923, United Radio has been delivering high-quality remanufacturing and repair solutions to electronics manufacturers around the world for over a century. With deep partnerships in the automotive, consumer electronics, and two-way communications industries, the company has earned a national reputation as a trusted, integrated solutions provider. United Radio is driven by a vision to set the standard for innovative responses to emerging technology needs, and its purpose is rooted in providing consistent, professional service to the after-market electronics marketplace. With one of the largest repair facilities in the country and a strong commitment to empowering its workforce, United Radio fosters a supportive environment where employees thrive and long-term careers flourish.

We are now seeking a seasoned and strategic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead all aspects of financial management and help position the organization for continued growth and innovation. The CFO will be a critical member of the executive team, responsible for driving financial decision-making across departments, optimizing asset allocation, leading a high-performing finance team, and helping shape long-term financial strategy.

The ideal candidate will be a results-oriented financial executive with a strong track record of managing complex financial operations and guiding data-driven decision-making. This individual must bring sharp business acumen, the ability to build strong cross-functional partnerships, and a strategic mindset. Success in this role requires demonstrated experience in financial oversight, asset management, and team leadership, along with the creativity to support evolving business needs through adaptive financial strategies. We're looking for someone to lead and advise on strategic growth through new geographies, industries, and market opportunities. Excellent communication, inclusive leadership, and a collaborative approach are essential to fostering trust and driving organizational success.

Scope of the Position

The CFO leads and manages the organization's financial operations, ensuring alignment between fiscal management and overall business objectives. This highly-strategic role is responsible for overseeing financial planning and analysis, optimizing asset utilization, guiding the finance team, and contributing to long-term strategic direction. The CFO collaborates closely with internal departments and external partners, and serves as a key advisor to the executive team. This position reports to the CEO and plays a critical role in supporting sustainable growth and operational excellence across the organization.

United Radio seeks a candidate who possesses:

• Experience collaborating with executive leadership to align financial strategy with business growth objectives, capital structure, and investment decisions
• Executive-level financial leadership experience, ideally within manufacturing or related industries
• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field
• Proven track record in finance, including financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation across complex organizations
• Strong expertise in asset management, cash flow optimization, tax compliance, and overseeing shared service allocations
• Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and inspire high-performing teams through transparent and inclusive leadership
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and engage cross-functional teams and external partners
• Strategic thinker with creative insight to drive financial innovation and adaptability in a dynamic business environment

Financial Management

• Collaborate with internal departments on all financial matters including expenditures and resource allocation
• Manage external banking and finance relationships to ensure fiscal health and strategic alignment
• Apply a critical, strategic lens to all financial decision-making to support company-wide objectives

Asset Management

• Oversee and conduct ongoing financial analysis to identify opportunities for improved cash flow and asset allocation
• Review and present budgets, manage the allocation of shared services, and ensure tax compliance
• Provide financial oversight across real estate entities and drive efficiency in resource utilization

Team Leadership & Personnel Oversight

• Lead and inspire the team by setting departmental goals and overseeing daily operations
• Facilitate regular meetings and collaborate with the team to develop and execute financial plans, forecasts, and budgets
• Model core values through transparent and inclusive leadership that supports individual and team growth

Financial Strategy & Creative Insight

• Collaborate with the executive team to align financial strategy with business growth objectives
• Contribute to decisions related to capital structure, investment strategy, and financial innovation
• Champion new opportunities to support adaptability and long-term organizational growth

The next CFO should demonstrate the following professional competencies:

• Interaction - Frequent communication and engagement with others
• People Oriented - Building rapport with a wide range of people
• Consistent - Predictable performance in repetitive situations
• Customer Oriented - Identification and fulfillment of customer expectations
• Persistence - Finishing tasks despite challenges or resistance

United Radio offers a competitive Compensation and Benefits Package to include: salary plus bonus opportunities, 401K, health, dental, and vision, and PTO.

The Workplace Advisors is facilitating this search process and will begin accepting applications immediately. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Interested candidates should submit: a current resume, a cover letter detailing leadership experience and strategic accomplishments, and two to three professional references. All inquiries relating about this search should be directed to Lisa Ritchie, The Workplace Advisors: [email protected]. Please note, all applicants for this position will be kept strictly confidential by The Workplace Advisors and United Radio.