Chief Financial Officer

Other Administrative - e.g E.D. (CEO), COO, Fundraising, etc., Finance
Hudson Region
Posted 8 months ago

We are currently seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) that can help lead the agency through an exciting phase of growth. The CFO will plan and direct the fiscal functions of the agency, while improving the overall accounting systems, policies, and procedures. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the CFO contributes to and manages all analysis and reporting of financial information and will present findings and make recommendations to management and department managers. The CFO’s actions will reflect the agency’s mission, vision, and values. The CFO will oversee the functions of the Accounting Department, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and general ledger.

Duties/Responsibilities:
•Maintains a documented system of accounting policies and procedures; implements a system of controls over accounting transactions to minimize risk.
•Evaluates and advises on the impact of new strategies, programs, and regulatory actions.
•Oversees the production of periodic financial reports; ensures that the reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
•Monitor income and expenditures by cost centers. Review monthly expenditures to ensure they are correctly classified and assigned to the correct cost center. Quarterly, review financial information with applicable Leader and other impacted staff, as needed.
•Prepares timely and accurate analysis of financial reports, budgets, cash forecasts and financial trends to measure the agency’s performance and assist the Executive Director, Board and Finance Committee in performing their responsibilities.
•Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal government requirements.
•Manages cash and investments in accordance with the agency’s investment policy guidelines and budget.
•Develops and maintains relationships with external business partners such as financial institutions, insurance brokers, investment advisors, regulatory agencies, vendors, community partners and other stakeholders, as needed.
•Obtains and administers agency insurance programs to minimize risk.
•Provides oversight of contract administration, including leases and grant submissions.
•Responds to requests for information from the external auditors and ensures completion of the annual audit and tax returns.
•Prepares the CFR and other financial and statistical reports required by funding sources.
•Assumes ownership of agency financial systems, continuously evaluates functionality, and leads upgrade initiatives.
•Provides direct supervision of the Accounting Department (Accountant and Accounting Assistant) to ensure continued professional development.
•Protect and ensure the confidentiality of all current clients, former clients and referrals. In addition, protect and ensure the confidentiality of their families and significant others.

Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration required, MBA or master’s degree in related field preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years progressive supervisory and fiscal management experience, preferably in a non-profit setting.
• Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to clearly present and explain complex issues.
• Balances strategic and direct execution of tasks.
• Results oriented focus and excellent communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and accounting software.

Please indicate salary requirements in the cover letter.
Excellent benefits and generous paid time off.
Supportive work environment – Culture of caring – Great mission!

Mission
Mohawk Opportunities, a Schenectady based nonprofit, is committed to helping individuals living with Mental Illness and those who are homeless achieve stable community living and independence by providing:

• Housing that is safe and affordable.
• Services that facilitate growth and recovery.
• Relationships built on a foundation of caring and respect, and
• A sense of hope for the future.

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Job Features

Job CategoryExecutive, Nonprofit, Full Time, Administrative, Finance/Accounting
AgencyMohawk Opportunities, Inc.

How To Apply:

Please email your cover letter and resume to [email protected] indicating your intent to apply.  Please indicate salary requirements in the cover letter.