JOB SUMMARY
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Job ID# Posted: Company: Location: Title: Type: Terms: Experience: Education: Base Pay: |
3355107772 January 20, 2010 RemarkableHR Inc. Denver, CO Chief Financial Officer Management FT Employee 10+ years Graduate Degree Unspecified |
JOB DETAILS
Due to continued and projected growth, a new CFO position is now available at a Catholic, nationwide non-profit higher education collegiate outreach organization which invites college students to examine the meaning and purpose of their lives. This position requires that the individual selected maintain strict adherence to the magisterium of the Catholic Church.
Position
Reporting to and partnering with the Chief Executive Officer and Executive Vice President, the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will play a critical role in developing and implementing the national strategy for this organization. As a member of the executive leadership team, the CFO will be an advisor to the regional directors, evaluating and assisting them with their financial plans and economic modeling. S/he will be responsible for overseeing all fiscal and fiduciary responsibilities for the organization, in conjunction with the board of directors and the finance, audit, and investment committees of the board.
Specific responsibilities include:
Strategy
- As a true business partner to the CEO, EVP, and regional directors, assess organizational performance against both the annual budget and the organization's long-term strategy. Develop tools and systems to provide critical financial and operational information to the CEO and EVP and make actionable recommendations on both strategy and operations.
-Engage the board finance committee around issues, trends, and changes in the operating model(s) and operational delivery. Assist in establishing yearly objectives and meeting agendas, and selecting and engaging outside consultants (auditors, investment advisors).
-Oversee long-term budgetary planning and costs management in alignment with strategic plan, especially as the organization considers expansion, growth, and collaborations with external organizations.
Financial and Operational Management
-Oversee all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems, ensuring compliance with appropriate Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, regulatory requirements, and audit requirements. Maintain internal control safeguards and coordinate all audit activities.
-Manage cash flow and forecasting. Develop a reliable cash flow projection process and reporting mechanism that includes minimum cash threshold to meet operating needs. Optimize the handling of banking relationships and initiate appropriate strategies to enhance cash positions.
-Oversee budgeting and the implementation of budgets so as to monitor progress and present financial metrics both internally and externally.
-Manage and track the performance of ABC National Nonprofit's endowment in keeping with the policies and investment guidelines established by the investment committee.
Team Management
-Mentor and develop a direct team, managing work allocation, training, problem resolution, performance evaluation, and the building of an effective team dynamic.
-Guide larger, cross-divisional teams
Qualifications
The CFO will be a seasoned and mature leader with at least 12-15 years of broad finance experience, ideally beginning in accounting, followed by experience gathering and evaluating financial information and making actionable recommendations to senior leadership. S/he will have experience managing the finance function (accounting, budgeting, control, and reporting) within a diverse, division-based entity.
The CFO will have the following experience and attributes:
-A minimum of a BS; MBA preferred; a CPA would be a plus.
-Hands-on manager with good computer skills, integrity, and a desire to work in a dynamic environment.
-Mature and proactive, with evidence of having worked as a true business partner to the CEO of a multi-divisional organization. If coming from the for-profit world, nonprofit board experience is preferred.
-Strong analytical skills and experience interpreting a strategic vision into an operational model.
-Deep understanding of and experience with internal and external audits.
-Past experience successfully partnering with IT staff to manage critical financial management systems.
-An effective communicator at all levels in the organization, with strong oral and written skills and a willingness to share information.
-A collaborative and flexible style, with a strong service mentality.
-Creativity, with experience funding activities in ways that both cover costs and generate operating margins.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
This employer offers a competitive salary plus an excellent benefits package (including health insurance, dental insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, vision insurance and a retirement plan; as well as paid holidays and vacation.)
Strong preference will be given to candidates already residing in the greater Denver, CO, area.
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