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Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Chicago, IL 60632

Posted: 01/14/2026 Industry: Employment - Recruiting - Staffing Job Number: z5G7h3l6a1kMvyS65NP3c6nBpKcKWX-RYyS5C9Yz8hw= Pay Rate: 180000 Yearly USD Job Code: JPC - 14414

Job Description

Job Title: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Location: Remote (U.S.-based)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: Up to $180,000 DOE + benefits
 
We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking a highly qualified candidate to join our team internally.

Position Details:

  • Salary up to $180,000 DOE

  • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage (Cigna)

  • 401(k) retirement plan

  • Paid time off and holidays

  • Fully remote work environment

  • Key financial leadership role supporting the organization’s strategy

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the financial strategy and operations of our organization. This is a fully remote role with the opportunity to help define and build an internal CFO function.

The ideal candidate will have prior experience working within a staffing agency, with hands-on knowledge of staffing-specific financial models, including payroll funding, billing cycles, and margin management.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide strategic financial leadership to executive management

  • Oversee accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting

  • Manage cash flow, working capital, and banking relationships

  • Lead financial planning related to contractor payroll and client billing

  • Ensure compliance with tax, labor, and staffing-related regulations

  • Support M&A activity, acquisitions, and financial integrations

  • Analyze margins, pricing models, and operational performance

  • Develop and improve financial controls, reporting, and KPIs

  • Lead and mentor finance/accounting teams and external partners

  • Advise leadership on growth strategy and financial risk

Required Experience, Skills & Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field

  • Proven experience in a CFO, VP of Finance, or senior financial leadership role

  • Prior experience working within a staffing agency or recruiting industry

  • Deep understanding of staffing financial models, including payroll funding, billing cycles, and gross margin management

  • Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls

  • Experience supporting acquisitions and integrations

  • Excellent leadership, communication, and analytical skills

  • Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

Take your career to new heights—apply today!

Meet Your Recruiter

Chris Sheets
Managing Member

Chris has spent nearly 20 years in the staffing/consulting/contracting industry with the last 15 years in the Aerospace Engineering Industry. His background is in full life cycle recruiting, sales, identifying and growing niche opportunities. He lives in Southern California with his wife and two children.

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