SUMMARY: The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for all aspects of the financial operations for the agency. Provides accounting, budgetary, operational, and programmatic support to all agency programs and activities. Directly oversees and supervises the financial/accounting staff. Serves as the primary agency contact for all contractual matters, proposals for new or extended programs and new business development. Primary contact for single audit. Serves as an active member of the C-Suite Executive Management Team, helping to develop and implement the agency’s vision and mission.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop budgets for the agency as a whole; 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 President/CEO and Board of Directors.
Oversee and review the preparation of all programmatic financial reporting required for funding sources.
Oversee the agency’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, ensuring the accurate and timely production of accounting information and financial reports.
Monitor changes in legal, regulatory, and administrative environments and implement changes in procedures needed to maintain compliance while maximizing operational and financial results.
Manage the agency’s liability insurance program, including ongoing risk analysis.
Works with the HR team to review efficiency/effectiveness of employee benefit programs, seeking approaches to lower costs where possible and consistent with required quality levels.
Serves as the agency’s primary liaison with its independent Auditor to ensure the annual single audit is completed smoothly and in a timely manner.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directly supervises employees in the Finance Department.
Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, directing, and reviewing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

KNOWLEDGE:

General accounting and financial reporting procedures in accordance with the State of Illinois GATA Standards, GAAP, and OMB.
State of Illinois contract/grant budgeting/reporting procedures and requirements.
Employee benefits, including the management of health care and retirement plans.
Accounting Software (MIP or SAGE preferred)
General office software, particularly Microsoft Office Suite.

ABILITIES:

Analyze and solve problems effectively and efficiently.
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Works well with and is responsive to the needs of, internal and external customers, including the Board of Directors, funding sources, and other provider organizations.
Manage priorities effectively to meet deadlines and demonstrate multi-tasking skills.
Assimilates new information and technology.
Foster and cultivate business opportunities and partnerships.

OTHER:

Must be highly ethical with a high degree of integrity; self-motivated; dependable; and detail-oriented.
Must be 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, carrying up to 20 pounds, and possess the dexterity and vision to operate office computers and equipment.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and provide proof of insurance.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university; Master’s degree preferred.
Five to seven years of financial management experience required
Managerial experience with a nonprofit social service agency is a plus.
Certified Public Accountant designation preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS and WORK ENVIRONMENT: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, climb stairs, and sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. The work environment is associated with an administrative position in an office environment.

Project NOW is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We celebrate the unique differences of our employees because that is what drives our mission. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities.

Positions within Project NOW are primarily grant-funded and funding decreases can affect our staffing needs.

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