Job Description

Job Title : Chief Financial Officer

Reports to : Executive Director

Classification : Full-time, Exempt

Location : San Jose, CA; on-site

 

Amigos de Guadalupe's Mission Statement

Inspired by the power of our vibrant, determined community, our vision is to bring about transformational change in East San Jose. With stable homes, financial security and access to educational opportunities, people will be more self-sufficient and connected to each other, enabling them to work/fight for the systemic change they want to see. Guided by our North Star, Si Se Puede Mayfair , we are committed to ending poverty neighborhood by neighborhood, beginning with Mayfair.

Overview of Position :

Amigos de Guadalupe is seeking an accomplished individual to serve as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO).  The ideal candidate will have experience with running financial operations in the non-profit sector and ideally with finance/accounting experience in the community services field.  The CFO will have overall managerial responsibility for Amigos de Guadalupe’s accounting, budgetary, and supporting operations.  The CFO will have primary responsibility for all contractual matters and will serve as part of the Executive Management Team, reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO).  Candidates must have proven experience managing the financial and accounting departments for a similar nonprofit, community services agency or in a similar sector. The CFO will carry out all executive duties and responsibilities which are listed in the full position description below and additional responsibilities as may be assigned.

Job Description

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for all aspects of the financial operations for the organization. Reporting directly to the Executive Director who is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the CFO is responsible for all accounting, audit, budgetary, operational, and programmatic support to all agency programs and activities. The CFO directly oversees and supervises the financial/accounting staff and other departments as directed by the CEO. The CFO is the primary agency contact for all contractual matters, proposals for new or extended programs and new business development. The CFO serves as an active member of the Executive Management Team helping to develop and implement the agency’s vision and mission for the communities we serve. 

Key Responsibilities :

• Actively manage the day-to-day accounting and financial operations of the agency. 
• Develop budgets for the agency, individual programs, and new/proposed/expanded services, including the preparation of budget revisions as needed. 
• Prepare, analyze, and present monthly financial reports for the agency, its programs, and activities. 
• Report on financial results and issues to the CEO and other groups as may be required.
• Oversee and review the preparation of all programs financial reporting required for funding sources. 
• Manage the Billing, Accounts Receivable and Accounts payables functions/staffs.
• Oversee the organization’s banking activities and actively manage cash flow to ensure it meets agency needs. 
• Manage the negotiation and execution of agency contracts with funding sources, vendors, and collaborative service providers. 
• Manage accounting control systems and internal audits enduring the accurate and timely production of accounting information and financial reports. 
• Monitor changes in legal, regulatory, and administrative environments and implement changes in procedures and needed to maintain compliance while maximizing operational and financial results. 
• Manage the agency’s liability insurance program, including ongoing risk analysis.
• Review efficiency/effectiveness of employee benefit programs, seeking approaches to lower costs where possible and consistent with required quality levels. 
• Serve as the agency’s primary liaison with its independent Auditor to ensure the annual audit is completed smoothly and in a timely manner. 

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics:

Knowledge Of:

• General accounting and financial reporting procedures in accordance with the State of California Cost Standards, GAAP, and OMB Circulars A-133 and A-122.
• State of California and Federal contract/grant budgeting/reporting and audit procedures and requirements.
• General office software, particularly Microsoft Office Suite, and accounting software packages. 

Ability To:

• Manage and oversee all aspects of the financial/accounting management function. 
• Create, analyze, and report on financial statements and budgets. 
• Supervise staff, develop job descriptions, and provide performance evaluations and improvement plants.
• Analyze and solve problems effectively and efficiently.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Work collaboratively and be responsive to the needs of, internal and external customers, including the Board of Directors, funding sources, other provider organizations. 
• Manage priorities effectively to meet deadlines and demonstrate multi-tasking skills. 
• Assimilate new information and technology. 
• Foster and cultivate business opportunities and partnerships. 

Education and Experience :

• Undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university; with Master’s degree preferred. 
• Five to seven years of senior management experience with similarly sized organizations, preferably with a non-profit agency. 
• Managerial experience with non-profit social service providing services under contract with the State of California a plus. 
• Certified Public Accountant designation a plus.  

Other :

• Must be highly ethical with a high level of integrity; self-motivated; dependable and reliable; detailed oriented; able to interface easily with staff, other senior management personnel and funding sources. 
• Must be able to interface easily with staff, other senior and executive management personnel, and funding sources.
• Must be able to meet routine office physical demands including climbing stairs, carrying up to 20-pound objects and possessing the dexterity and vision to operate office computers and equipment.

Compensation and Benefits :

• Annual Salary: $150,000
• Comprehensive Benefits Package:
  • Medical, Dental, Chiropractic, and Vision Coverage
  • Life Insurance
  • Generous Paid Time off  
  • Paid Holidays and Sick Time
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan: Employer Matches up to 4%

Equal Opportunity Employer Notice
Amigos de Guadalupe is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic under California law.

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