Full-Time CFO – Housing Matters
Job Description
Another Source’s client, Housing Matters, is recruiting a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join their Santa Cruz, CA office.
Here’s a little about Housing Matters and the CFO position they are seeking to fill:
Looking for a way to make a positive impact? Housing Matters partners with individuals and families to create pathways out of their homelessness into permanent housing. Housing Matters is a leader in working to end homelessness – and we want you to be part of our team. Housing Matters is looking for individuals eager to make a difference and willing to enthusiastically commit to join in our vision that homelessness in Santa Cruz County should be rare, brief and non-recurring.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
The CFO will be a strategic thought-partner and report to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The successful candidate will be a hands-on and participative manager and will lead and develop an internal team to support the following areas: finance, business planning and budgeting, human resources, and IT. The CFO will play a critical role in partnering with the senior leadership team in strategic decision making and operations as Housing Matters continues to enhance its quality programming and build capacity. This is a tremendous opportunity for a finance and operations leader to maximize and strengthen the internal capacity of a well-respected, high-impact organization.
THE SPECIFICS
Financial Management
- Analyze and present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner; clearly communicate monthly and annual financial statements; collate financial reporting materials for all donor segments, and oversee all financial, project/program and grants accounting.
- Coordinate and lead the annual audit process, liaise with external auditors and the finance and administration committee of the board of directors; assess any changes necessary.
- Oversee and lead annual budgeting and planning process in conjunction with the executive director; administer and review all financial plans and budgets; monitor progress and changes and keep senior leadership team abreast of the organization’s financial status.
- Manage organizational cash flow and forecasting.
- Implement a robust contracts management and financial management/ reporting system; ensure that the contract billing and collection schedule is adhered to and that financial data and cash flow are steady and support operational requirements.
- Update and implement all necessary business policies and accounting practices; improve the finance department’s overall policy and procedure manual.
- Effectively communicate and present the critical financial matters to the board of directors. Human Resources, Technology and Administration.
- Further develop Housing Matters human resources and administration, enhancing professional development, compensation and benefits, performance evaluation, training and recruiting.
- Ensure that recruiting processes are consistent and streamlined.
- Establish and manage a comprehensive training program to educate employees regarding staff tools, policies and procedures.
- Oversee employee benefits, compensation, staff training and development activities.
- Work closely and transparently with all external partners including third-party vendors and consultants.
- Oversee administrative functions to ensure efficient and consistent operations as the organization scales.
ABOUT YOU
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Minimum of a B.A. required. MBA/ CPA or related degree preferred
- At least 7-10 years of overall professional experience; ideally 6+ years of broad financial operations management experience. Non-profit experience preferred.
Expert knowledge of:
- Financial data, reporting and audit coordination.
- Budget analysis and financial planning; grants management.
- Human Resources and administrative functions.
- Verbal and written communication skills.
- Microsoft Office, Google Suite and various technology platforms.
- Leadership and management methods and techniques.
- Technology and software installation management.
Some knowledge of:
- Housing Matters specific policies and procedures.
- Barriers to housing for individuals and families experiencing homelessness in Santa Cruz County.
Ability to:
- Translate financial concepts to – and to effectively collaborate with – programmatic and fundraising colleagues who do not necessarily have finance backgrounds.
- Take the final responsibility for the quality and content of all financial data, reporting and audit coordination for either a division or significant program area.
- Demonstrate strong critical thinking skills.
- Oversee Human Resources and administration departments.
- Ensure compliance with Federal, State and Local laws and regulations.
- Communicate clearly and effectively with the Executive Director, Board of Directors, staff and vendors.
- Demonstrate strong management and leadership skills; build relationships and connect with people both individually and in groups.
- Think strategically, anticipate future consequences and trends and incorporate them into organizational planning.
- Commit to training programs that maximize individual and organization goals across the organization including best practices in human resources activities.
- Utilize communication and relationship building to prioritize, negotiate, and work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
- Multi-task and wear many hats in a fast-paced environment.
Housing Matters is looking for individuals eager to make a difference and willing to enthusiastically commit to join in our vision that homelessness in Santa Cruz County should be rare, brief and non-recurring.
Another Source works with their clients, on a retained project basis, to maximize the recruiting process.
How to Apply
Please apply using this link:https://careers-anothersource.icims.com/jobs/3236/cfo---housing-matters/job?mode=job&iis=SOURCE&iisn=PinkJobs
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