Chief Finance Officer
16 days ago
Columbus
Job Description POSITION DESCRIPTION Title Chief Finance Officer Function Administration Department Finance Pay Range $150,000 - $180,000 Exempt, Full-time Reports To President + CEO Are you ready to join an organization at the forefront of addressing homelessness and creating transformative change? As the Chief Finance Officer, you will play a vital role in ensuring the financial health and efficiency of our mission-critical operations, directly contributing to the organization’s ability to fund life-changing programs. You’ll be a key architect of our financial health, ensuring every dollar is strategically allocated to maximize impact and drive sustainable solutions. Like all CSB staff members, the Chief Finance Officer fosters an atmosphere of dignity, respect, and inclusivity, adhering to CSB’s Code of Conduct. They ensure fair treatment of all individuals, regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, familial status, or socio-economic background. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS • Demonstrated alignment with the organization’s mission and values., • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required., • CPA or Master’s degree preferred., • 7 or more years of senior financial management experience., • 5 or more years of experience in a senior leadership role., • Knowledge of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) funding, Unified Funding Agency (UFA) compliance, and grant management, • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking., • Experience working at a system-level non-profit organization. WHY JOIN US? You will partner with visionary leaders, including the President + CEO and the Board of Trustees’ Finance + Audit Committee, to steer financial strategy and ensure that CSB remains a trusted steward of public and private funding. This is more than a financial leadership role. It’s an opportunity to shape the future of homelessness response in Columbus and Franklin County. Your expertise in financial planning, investment strategy, and risk management will fortify our ability to deliver innovative, life-changing programs that help people find stability, dignity, and a safe and stable place to call home. We prioritize your well-being with comprehensive benefits, including medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. We also offer a 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions, pre-tax savings options, paid leave, and more to support a balanced and fulfilling career. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Strategic Leadership • Serve as a key member of the executive leadership team contributing to overall strategic direction of the organization and ensuring finance strategies align with and support organizational goals., • Participate in the hiring process for new employees., • Guide and nurture team performance, ensuring continuous growth and development., • Develop and execute the organization’s financial strategy to support short-term operations and long-term goals., • Provide expert financial guidance to the President and CEO, Board of Trustees, and Executive Leadership Team., • Lead the development of financial forecasts, identifying opportunities for growth and cost efficiencies., • Lead the annual budget process, collaborating with all departments to ensure alignment with strategic goals., • Oversee all financial reporting, ensuring compliance with HUD and other funders’ requirements., • Ensure proper allocation and utilization of grant funds, including monitoring restricted funds., • Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local financial regulations, including HUD Continuum of Care and UFA requirements., • Conduct financial audits and prepare for external audits, ensuring transparency and accountability., • Supervise the Finance team, ensuring effective management of daily accounting operations., • Oversee payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reporting processes., • Serve as a critical liaison to the Finance Committee of the Board of Trustees., • Prepare and present financial reports and updates to the Board, providing strategic recommendations., • Cultivate relationships with funders, banking institutions, and other financial stakeholders to support organizational growth. SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES • Advanced knowledge of financial management, including grant compliance, HUD funding, and non-profit accounting., • Clear and persuasive communicator, able to present complex financial information to diverse audiences., • Proficient in financial management systems, including QuickBooks, Excel, Power BI, and database tools., • Working knowledge of strategic planning principles., • Intermediate to mastery level skills in Microsoft Windows, Outlook, Office, Access, Excel, and Internet., • Knowledge of effective leadership practices, including the ability to train, supervise, motivate, and evaluate performance, • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written., • Excellent organizational skills., • Exceptional time management skills and ability to complete projects on time and within budget., • Demonstrated ability to accurately attend to detail. KEY COMPETENCIES • Upholds Core Values: Consistently demonstrates a strong commitment to core values and beliefs, guiding ethical behavior and decision-making., • Integrity and Trustworthiness: Earns widespread trust by being direct, truthful, and transparent in all interactions., • Decisiveness Under Pressure: Makes timely decisions when faced with incomplete information, tight deadlines, and high-pressure situations., • Tactful Communication: Crafts sensitive and discretionary correspondence with sound judgment in addressing inquiries and conveying information., • Strategic Planning: Effectively scopes out project length and complexity, developing realistic schedules and assignments for successful execution., • Approachable and Empathetic: Easily approachable, builds rapport quickly, and listens actively, fostering positive relationships and open communication., • Collaboration: Works effectively across teams and with external stakeholders., • Analytical Skills: Strong ability to interpret and act on complex financial data., • Leadership: Develops and empowers the finance team to achieve excellence. PHYSICAL OR MENTAL DEMANDS • Ability to manage multiple complex compliance and operational projects in a fast-paced environment., • Strong analytical and reasoning abilities to address compliance and operational challenges., • High energy level, comfortable performing multi-faceted projects in conjunction with everyday activities., • Ability to multitask and maintain/oversee multiple projects simultaneously., • Well-organized with the ability to develop systems to keep staff well-organized., • Well-developed interpersonal skills; ability to get along with diverse personalities; tactful, mature, flexible., • Ability to establish credibility and be decisive, but able to recognize and support the agency’s needs and priorities.
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