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STARVISTA

Chief Financial Officer

STARVISTA, San Carlos, California, United States, 94071


JOB TITLE:

Chief Financial Officer

DEPARTMENT:

Finance

REPORTS TO:

Chief Executive Officer

POSITION STATUS:

Full-time, Exempt- 40hrs per week

SALARY:

$118k-$210k Annual

DESCRIPTION:

StarVista is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that has helped people of all ages throughout San Mateo County navigate life challenges for over 55 years. Our mental health, crisis intervention, youth housing, substance use, and early childhood services help thousands of individuals each year. StarVista’s services are rooted in strength-based, holistic practices and center diversity, equity and inclusion to ensure anyone who comes to StarVista can access support. StarVista’s values of respect, passion, partnerships, accountability, innovation and integrity foster an agency culture of support and growth.

POSITION PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES:

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a member of the Executive Team and is responsible for all aspects of the financial, business, and facilities operations for the agency. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the CFO provides finance, accounting, 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 serves as an active member of the Executive Team helping to develop and implement the agency’s vision and mission.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Actively manage the day-to-day accounting and financial operations of the agency

Secure necessary financing and financial resources to provide adequate cash for ongoing operations

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 CEO and Board of Directors

Oversee and review the preparation of all program financial reporting required for funding sources

Manage the billing, accounts receivable and accounts payables functions/staff

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 as needed to maintain compliance

Manage the agency’s property and casualty liability insurance programs, including ongoing risk analysis

Review efficiency/effectiveness of employee benefit programs, seeking approaches to lower costs and increase benefits where possible and consistent with required quality levels

Serve as the agency’s primary liaison with its independent auditors to ensure annual audits and tax returns are executed and completed smoothly and in a timely manner

Ensure a productive work environment within the finance, accounting, and operations teams

Manage finance and audit committees

Attend finance committee and board meetings

Represent the agency as a member of the executive team

Oversee real estate, facility and operations management activities

Ensures accuracy of fixed asset schedule

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Highest level of professionalism, stewardship and integrity in executing the full breadth of the CFO role

Excellent leadership skills with the ability to make well-reasoned and timely decisions as part of a team and in the best interests of the agency for the present and future

Driven to innovate and implement process improvements that increase efficiencies and effectiveness

Excellent analytical and organizational skills, as well as attention to detail; ability to prioritize effectively and adjust to multiple demands; experience in creating realistic program budgets and timelines.

Highly motivated, with the ability to work independently, take initiative, participate as an effective team member, and follow tasks through to completion

Non-profit financial leadership experience preferred

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, finance, or business administration, or equivalent work experience

CPA and/or Master’s degree preferred

Budgeting & Accounting Skills

Thorough knowledge of budgeting and accounting practices, processes, and procedures of non-profit organizations preferred

Manage and oversee all aspects of the financial/accounting management function

Create, analyze and report on financial statements and budgets

In-depth knowledge of risk management methods and the ability to create forecasting models

Experience with Merger & Acquisition (M&A) is desired

Leadership & Management Skills

Five to seven years of senior management experience with supervisory and leadership expertise with operations in excess of $5 million per year and over 100 employees in the health care sector, preferably with a non-profit agency

Demonstrated management skills, able to inspire, motivate, mentor, and hold accountable the finance team

Analyze and solve problems effectively and efficiently

Supervise staff, develop job descriptions, and deliver performance evaluations and improvement plans

Be adept at decision-making and adaptability

Technology & Software

Previous experience with accounting software such as Abila MIP, Sage, Great Plains, QuickBooks, NetSuite or similar accounting software preferred

Adept at all Microsoft Office suite applications or equivalent including but not limited to Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Calendar, Outlook, and other tools and utilities

Assimilate new information and technology

Communication & Interpersonal Skills

Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

Ability to interact professionally and be responsive to agency staff, board members, volunteers, and community partner agencies

BENEFITS:

*Benefits applicable only to benefit eligible employees working 20+ hours per week on a prorated basis

Medical

Dental

Vision

Basic Life & AD&D

Flexible Spending Account / Dependent Care Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement Plan (non-matching)

Sick Time

Vacation Time

Holiday Pay

Birthday Floating Holiday

We encourage you to apply if you think you would be a great fit but do not meet the preferred education/experience level. We welcome folks from all backgrounds and lived experiences and would love to learn more about how you may be a great fit for this role.

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