Description

NOTE: ASJ is partnering with Koya Partners for this search. Applications should not be submitted through this website. Please carefully review the "How to Apply" section for further instructions.

Location: Remote telecommute; Bay Area, CA or West/East coast preferred; United States

Division: Operations

Reports to: Chief Operating Officer

Start Date: ASAP – position open until filled

Position type: Full time, exempt

Who We Are

Alliance for Safety and Justice (ASJ) is a multi-state organization that aims to replace ineffective criminal justice system policies with what works to keep people safe. We are organizers, policy advocates and experts, research and communications specialists, and grassroots mobilizers. We represent diverse crime survivors as well as people living with old records as key public safety stakeholders. We organize people most harmed by violence and incarceration, and through nonpartisan coalition building and strategic campaigning, we change laws in the large states to transform the nation. For more information, visit: https://allianceforsafetyandjustice.org.

Who You Are

ASJ is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to provide strategic financial leadership in overseeing all aspects of financial management for ASJ. A new position, the CFO will be responsible for oversight of the day-to-day financial operations, guarantee the current and future financial health of the organization, and lead a team of finance and accounting professionals. A successful candidate is a seasoned organizational leader with the strategic, tactical, and management chops to be a partner in business planning for ASJ’s 501c3 and 501c4 operations, including ensuring we have a high-performing, top-notch financial team; tax management; financial planning and analysis; accounting; treasury and investment; purchasing; internal audits; staff and board education; and comprehensive team management and development for ASJ’s Finance & Accounting staff.

What You Will Do

501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) Financial Management (50%)

• Financial Oversight: Ensure excellent oversight of financial operations are top-notch, including providing effective oversight and review of all financial statements such as income statements, balance sheets, grant financial reports, audited financial statements, tax returns, and governmental agency reports. Ensure the finance team consistently reviews, compares and adjusts financial projections to actual expenditures. Ensure effective controls, policies, and procedures.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Provide strategic oversight of the creation and management of the annual budget, which includes income estimates, spending allocation, and financial performance monitoring. Up to date on current long-range economic trends and projects their impact on future growth in revenue, funding opportunities and market share.
• Grants and Fundraising Management: Work with the development team to acquire grants and assure top-notch grant financial management, reporting, and grant compliance.
• Strategic Planning: Partner with the Executive Team to coordinate strategic, business and financial planning and develop long-term financial strategies aligned with the organization's mission and goals.
• Operations and Continuous Process Improvement: Conduct thorough operational analyses to pinpoint areas requiring reorganization, expansion, reduction, or elimination. Proactively seek out opportunities for enhancing process efficiency, integrating best practices, and utilizing technology to optimize financial operations and reporting procedures.
• Investment Management: Manage the strategic allocation of funds and work with investment banking partners to secure additional capital necessary for growth initiatives.
• Board and Stakeholder Engagement: Engage effectively with the Board of Directors, funders, and various stakeholders to convey financial performance updates, address any concerns, and foster trust and transparency within the organization.

Finance & Accounting Department Management (50%)

• Staff Management and Development: Lead and manage all aspects of the finance team to ensure the team is high-performing, responsive, efficient and effective at driving a strong finance operation. Provide team members with leadership, guidance, and support.
• Oversee Accounting and Finance department: The CFO will oversee all aspects of ASJ’s Finance & Accounting department. These responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Accounts Payable & Receivable; Budgeting & Forecasting; Expense Management; Treasury & Investments; Payroll & Expense Management; Tax Management; Internal Audits
• Collaborate closely with division and departmental leaders, both internally and externally, to ensure alignment with the organization’s financial system requirements. Proactively monitor financial activities within each department, and provide tailored recommendations to enhance operational efficiency and performance.

Requirements

Required Experience

• CMA (Certified Management Accountant) or CPA (Certified Public Accountant)
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Public Administration, non-profit management, or other relevant discipline or experience
• A minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in accounting and finance with a nonprofit organization of which at least five (5) years were in a senior leadership role overseeing all accounting and finance functions 
• 8 years of progressive 501(c)(3) finance and accounting experience with budgets exceeding $15 million; 501(c)(4) accounting experience desirable
• 8 years of team management and people development experience
• Experience working with a fiscal sponsor, including managing finances for multiple projects or entities; experience transitioning the accounting system from a sponsorship to an independent 501(c)(3) is a plus, but not required
• Strong knowledge of accounting policies and compliance
• Excellent technical, analytical and organizational skills
• Proficient in database and accounting computer application systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

• Occasional travel may be required
• Requires use of a desktop, laptop, or video display terminal
• Ability to communicate, receive and understand information through oral and written communication and proofread and check documents for accuracy
• Requires communicating information with co-workers and stakeholders; reading correspondence, instructions and/or technical documents; writing correspondence and/or reports and filling in forms

Compensation and Benefits

We care deeply about our staff wellness. ASJ offers a competitive benefits package including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, a robust 403(b) retirement match, generous paid time off, a professional development allowance, and more. The salary range for this role is $215,000-245,000, and will be offered commensurate with experience. 

To Apply

Applications should be submitted to ASJ’s recruitment partner for this search, Koya Partners. Candidates should review the Position Profile through this link and follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section to complete a Talent Profile. Please submit a cover letter indicating your interest in ASJ, the role, and your related experience, your resume, and 3-4 professional references.

The Alliance for Safety and Justice is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage and seek applications from people who are systems impacted, women, people of color, including bilingual and bicultural individuals, as well as members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities. Applicants shall not be discriminated against because of race, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, marital status, or medical conditions. Reasonable accommodations will be made so that qualified disabled applicants may participate in the application process. Please advise in writing of special needs at the time of application.