Chief Financial Officer

About the role

Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead our accounting and finance team. The CFO will play a vital role in maintaining the financial health of our organization, ensuring compliance with various regulatory bodies, and contributing to strategic decision-making to drive growth. This is a permanent position requiring a minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial input and leadership on decision-making issues affecting the organization, optimizing the handling of bank and deposit relationships, and initiating appropriate strategies to enhance cash.
• Develop and execute the organization's budgeting and financial forecasting, ensuring all financial operations are in line with the organization's goals and objectives.
• Oversee the production of timely and accurate financial reports, ensuring that the organization complies with all GAAP guidelines.
• Manage and oversee all grants, ensuring that they are utilized and reported correctly.
• Lead the finance team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement, and implement finance-related policies and procedures across the organization.
• Ensure that all financial contracts, agreements, and grants meet legal requirements and organizational policies.
• Report financial results and projections to the board of directors and provide expert advice on all financial matters.
• Represent the organization in its relationships with partners, donors, and the public, ensuring a positive image and reputation.
• Contribute to the development of new programs and strategic initiatives, providing financial insights and projections.
• Coordinate all audit activities, ensuring the organization's financial operations are transparent and adhere to high standards of accountability and control.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field required; advanced degree or professional certification (such as CPA or CFA) preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a senior financial leadership role, with a proven track record of success.
• Strong knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles, including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Experience with financial and accounting software applications.
• Strong leadership skills, with an ability to inspire and motivate a team.
• Excellent communication skills, with an ability to clearly convey financial information to a non-financial audience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a strategic approach to financial management.
• Experience in grant management and funding oversight.
• Proven experience in financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Excellent attention to detail, with a commitment to accuracy and quality.

Pay

$120,000 – $140,000 per year