Chief Financial Officer

Established in 1899, Child & Family Service (CFS) is a community-based organization with a mission of strengthening families and fostering the healthy development of children. CFS has been a fierce advocate for children and families in the midst of social injustices and inequalities. Our statewide support, counseling, and therapeutic programs help individuals and families heal from trauma, prevent abuse and neglect, and can break the cycle of generational poverty.

OUR MISSION

Strengthening families and fostering the healthy development of children.

OUR VISION

Healthy, thriving individuals and families building strong, multi-cultural communities across generations.

OUR VALUES

HOPE values: Humility, Ownership, Perseverance, Engagement

We offer an extensive array of benefits for our employee including paid time off, preventative health care paid time off, birthday floating holiday, volunteer floating holiday, 15 Paid Holidays in a Year (16 in an Election Year), Medical/Dental/Vision/RX plans, Opt-out incentive, 401(k), flexible spending plans, & more.

Come join Child & Family Service and help us serve thousands in our communities!

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

The Chief Financial Officer is responsible for managing the financial actions of the organization. This will include financial planning, financial reporting, strategic initiatives and collaboration.

• Provides assistance and consultation to the President & CEO and staff regarding financial matters as well as supervisory and technical support to finance staff.
• Recommends strategic direction and develops the operating strategies for financial management/practices of the organization consistent with strategic planning.
• Initiates and implements financial systems responsive to the changing needs of CFS; oversees budgeting and accounting functions of organization.
• Provides leadership for the Finance Department.
• Participates as a member of the Executive Leadership Team.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

• Masters' Degree from a school accredited by a recognized accrediting agency. Requires knowledge of an advanced type.

EXPERIENCE

• Over six years
• Other (Specify): Demonstrated ever-increasing scope and responsibility including leadership of a substantial financial unit/ division involving financial planning, budgeting, and accounting.

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Strong leadership and team building skills.
• Strong interpersonal, teaching, communication, and computer skills.
• Knowledge of fund accounting and current standards for non-profit corporations.
• Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and working knowledge of cost accounting.
• Experience in business plan development and unit costs for lines of business preferred.

OTHER POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• This job requires a valid Hawaii driver's license, a clear driver's abstract, and willingness to travel in personal vehicle on an as-needed basis throughout the island.
• This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and continued employment is contingent on a record clear of convictions.
• Requires contacts both inside and outside the organization in order to furnish or obtain information and/or provide participant services. Normal courtesy, tact and discretion required.

At Child & Family Service, we value and celebrate diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We apply this to all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, promotion, transfer, leave of absence, and termination.