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The incumbent directs the financial affairs of the agency, provides oversight of the day-to-day functions, and provides leadership to its finance team (9 FTEs). As a member of the agency’s Executive Team, the CFO reports directly to the CEO and works in close collaboration with the Finance Committee of the Board of Directors.

Key responsibilities:

• Accurately account for the agency’s operations, assets, liabilities and investments
• Provide timely monthly financial reporting to the Board and internal constituents
• Compile annual budgets and periodic forecasts for the agency’s approximately 30 service delivery areas
• Prepare budgets and interim reports for multiple private funders
• Maximize revenues, with emphasis on health care and early childhood education service fee billing
• Ensure timely tax returns/filings including 990, periodic tax exemption filings, etc.
• Ensure adherence to all local, state, federal and private funder regulations/requirements
• Maintain accounting policies and procedures, updating as necessary for changed regulations, particularly HRSA
• Oversee the agency’s annual commercial insurance renewal, certificates of insurance, and any claims
• Coordinate annual audits of the financial statements, 403(b) plan and workers compensation
• Enhance financial literacy within the organization, particularly as new leaders develop
• Promote improved fiscal health for the agency and sound procedures to safeguard cash and other financial assets
• Support the agency’s three-year strategic plan and other agency visioning/initiatives (e.g., how to forecast/size new program opportunities)

Requirements:

• Master’s degree in relevant discipline preferred
• Minimum of 15 years’ proven experience overseeing a similarly sized organization’s finance function, including prior nonprofit experience
• Familiarity with state and federal grant requirements including single audits, reporting and compliance
• Excellent analytical and accounting skills and a resourceful mindset
• Proven ability to multi-task, delegate effectively and project manage
• Track record of developing employees and proven ability to motivate staff for superior performance
• Experience in change management, business process redesign, and systems implementation
• Experience working with governing Board and associated subcommittees
• Versatility to see the big picture while also managing details
• Ability to provide guidance on all accounting and GAAP related issues
• Exceptional listening and communication skills and an internal/external “customer service” orientation
• Highest commitment to professionalism and integrity

Preferred:

• CPA
• Knowledge of health care financial management, insurance claim processing, and billing systems particularly Medicaid/Medicare

Through our comprehensive network of services, more than 23,000 children, adults, families and communities receive the care, encouragement and resources needed to realize their potential. l.

The opportunity to work for an employer consistently rated one of the Top Workplaces in Western Connecticut by Hearst Connecticut Media and a perfect 100 Encompass rating by Charity Navigator 10.

Family Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers a competitive salary, training, and generous benefits package.

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