Chief Financial Officer (CFO) - Solar

Job Opening: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Department: Executive Leadership - Finance
Location: Phoenix, Arizona – Onsite

Why Join Our World Energy?

• Comprehensive Benefits: Choose from competitive medical, dental, and vision options tailored to your needs.
• Weekly Pay: Enjoy the stability of consistent, weekly pay.
• Tools for Success: Company equipment and vehicle provided for specific roles.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and six observed holidays to recharge.
• Culture of Growth: Be part of a high-energy, fun, and friendly culture with endless opportunities for career advancement in a rapidly growing company.
• Referral Rewards: Benefit from our Employee Referral Program and grow our talented team.
• Competitive Compensation: Depending on Experience. Earn a competitive salary that reflects your skills and experience.

Chief Financial Officer Role Overview :
We are seeking a dynamic Chief Financial Officer to serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, responsible for overseeing the financial, human resources, and information technology functions across a multi-state solar panel installation business. This role is critical in driving the company’s strategic financial initiatives, including forecasting, cash flow management, funding strategies, M&A integration, and scalable systems development. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in solar or home services, a background in financial and operational leadership, and a strong track record of supporting company growth through disciplined execution and planning.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and execution of the company’s overall financial strategy, including capital planning, forecasting, and risk management.
• Oversee all financial operations across multiple business units and states, including financial reporting, budgeting, and audit readiness.
• Manage corporate cash flow, financial modeling, and margin performance for residential and dealer-based solar operations.
• Direct the financial analysis and structuring of future acquisitions, including due diligence and post-merger integration.
• Supervise the Human Resources and Information Technology functions, ensuring scalability of internal systems and talent management.
• Partner with the CEO and board to evaluate business performance and develop strategic growth plans.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP standards, solar industry financial reporting requirements, and applicable federal and state regulations.
• Oversee financial risk assessments, insurance coverage, and business continuity planning.
• Lead the implementation and optimization of enterprise-level financial systems and internal controls.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration to align finance, operations, HR, and technology objectives.

 

Required Qualifications:

• Education:
  • Master’s degree in business administration (MBA) required.
  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited institution strongly preferred.
    
• Required Experience:
  • Minimum of 10 years of progressive financial leadership, including CFO or senior finance executive roles in solar, energy, or home services industries.
  • Proven experience managing financial operations across multi-state or multi-unit businesses.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-departmental teams (Finance, HR, IT) in high-growth environments.
  • Experience with mergers and acquisitions, including financial structuring and integration.
    
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in enterprise financial systems (e.g., NetSuite, Enterprise, SAP).
  • Advanced Excel and financial modeling capabilities.
  • Deep understanding of GAAP, internal controls, and investor reporting standards.
    
• Soft Skills:
  • Strong leadership and team development abilities.
  • Strategic mindset with hands-on execution skills.
  • High level of financial integrity and judgment.
  • Exceptional communication and stakeholder management abilities.
  • Agile and proactive approach to problem-solving in a remote, fast-paced environment

Success Metrics:

• Company-wide financial strategy execution and performance
• Effective management of cash flow, funding, and financial forecasting
• Scalable HR and I