Overview: Reporting to the President & CEO, the CFO leads financial operations for the nonprofit, collaborating with the Leadership Team to support programs and promote a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage all financial transactions and accounting records in compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements.
Oversee financial risk management, policies, and internal controls.
Review financial aspects of contracts and participate in negotiations.
Provide leadership in institutional planning and program development.
Integrate and manage financial systems, ensuring accurate reporting and analysis.
Oversee donation records and support grant proposal preparation.
Manage transactions between various funds and prepare the annual budget.
Prepare monthly financial reports for the Board.
Lead capital budget preparation and staff the Capital Planning Committee.
Chair the Board Finance Committee and facilitate meetings.
Supervise the Director of Billing and Contracts for timely billing.
Lead strategic planning and oversee the Facilities department.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in accounting, financial management or business administration is required. CPA and/or MBA, preferred.
Minimum 10 years supervisory experience in progressively responsible senior financial administration, preferably for a nonprofit Social Services organization or school system.
Minimum of 5 years hands on experience completing the Massachusetts Commonwealth Uniform Financial Statements and Independent Auditor's Report (UFR).
Knowledge of accounting, administration, and compliance for publicly funded nonprofit organizations, including A-133 audits, and other state and federal reporting.
Proficiency with financial and accounting systems.
Exceptional interpersonal, networking, communication skills with a proven track record of maintaining positive working relationships within and outside the organization