Chief Financial Officer

Jobot; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Benefits

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a dynamic Chief Financial Officer to lead the accounting and finance team for a nonprofit organization in Albuquerque, NM. This permanent role requires a minimum of 5 years in a senior financial leadership position and offers a salary of $120,000 to $140,000 per year with excellent benefits.

You will provide strategic financial input, oversee budgeting and forecasting, ensure GAAP compliance, manage grants, and report to the board.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field required; advanced degree or professional certification preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years in a senior financial leadership role with a proven track record.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, budgeting, forecasting, and cost control; experience with grants management.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial input and leadership on decision-making; manage bank and deposit relationships; optimize cash handling.
• Develop and execute budgeting and forecasting aligned with organizational goals.
• Oversee financial reporting ensuring GAAP compliance and timely disclosures.
• Manage grants and oversee funding reporting.
• Lead finance team and implement policies and procedures.

Skills

Strategic Leadership

GAAP Knowledge

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial Reporting

Grant Management

Regulatory Compliance

Team Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

Accounting Software

Job description

Job details:
Nonprofit Industry - Excellent Benefits - Mission Drivn - Experienced Leadership Team
Salary: $120,000 - $140,000 per year

A bit about us:
Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead our accounting and finance team. The CFO will play a vital role in maintaining the financial health of our organization, ensuring compliance with various regulatory bodies, and contributing to strategic decision-making to drive growth. This is a permanent position, requiring a minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role, and is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned financial leader to make a significant impact on our organization's success.

Why join us?
If you are a seasoned financial leader with a passion for strategic decision-making and organizational growth, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join our team and help shape the future of our organization.

Job DetailsResponsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership and Organizational Oversight: You will provide strategic financial input and leadership on decision‑making issues affecting the organization, optimizing the handling of bank and deposit relationships, and initiating appropriate strategies to enhance cash.


• Budgeting, Forecasting, and Cash Management: You will be responsible for the development and execution of the organization’s budgeting and financial forecasting, ensuring all financial operations are in line with the organization’s goals and objectives.


• Financial Reporting and GAAP Compliance: You will oversee the production of timely and accurate financial reports, ensuring that the organization complies with all GAAP guidelines.


• Grant Management and Funding Oversight: You will manage and oversee all grants, ensuring that they are utilized and reported correctly.


• Personnel Leadership and Policy Implementation: You will lead the finance team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement. You will also implement finance‑related policies and procedures, ensuring they are followed across the organization.


• Contract Compliance and Regulatory Oversight: You will ensure that all financial contracts, agreements, and grants meet legal requirements and organizational policies.


• Board Reporting and Executive Advising: You will report financial results and projections to the board of directors and provide expert advice on all financial matters.


• Community Relations and Public Representation: You will represent the organization in its relationships with partners, donors, and the public, ensuring a positive image and reputation.


• Program Development and Operational Planning: You will contribute to the development of new programs and strategic initiatives, providing financial insights and projections.


• Audit Coordination and Financial Controls: You will coordinate all audit activities, ensuring the organization’s financial operations are transparent and adhere to high standards of accountability and control.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field required; advanced degree or professional certification (such as CPA or CFA) preferred.


• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a senior financial leadership role, with a proven track record of success.


• Strong knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles, including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).


• Experience with financial and accounting software applications.


• Strong leadership skills, with an ability to inspire and motivate a team.


• Excellent communication skills, with an ability to clearly convey financial information to a non‑financial audience.


• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with a strategic approach to financial management.


• Experience in grant management and funding oversight.


• Proven experience in financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.


• Excellent attention to detail, with a commitment to accuracy and quality.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.