Chief Financial Officer

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Grand Junction, CO

Applicants welcome from anywhere in the U.S., but this is an onsite role. Candidates must be willing to relocate.

One Full-Time Position. 40 hours per week.

Monday through Friday.

Hiring Range: $135,000 to $147,150 / yr., depending upon education and experience.

This position will remain open until filled.

Minimum Requirements

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, with a minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience in financial management or a related area.

• At least 5 years of experience in senior management or executive leadership role.

Preferred: 

• Master’s degree or higher in Accounting or a related field, or active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification.

• Proven experience serving as Chief Financial Officer within a non-profit organization.

• Demonstrated proficiency in leveraging AI technologies to drive forecasting accuracy and efficiency gains.

We care about our team! At Ariel we offer an expansive benefit package:

Subject to Eligibility.

• Medical, Dental, Life Insurance Premiums are 100% covered by Ariel, which averages to an additional $4.80/hour to your total compensation!

• HSA & HSA employer contribution 

• FSA 

• Vision 

• Generous Paid Time Off accrual - 13 PTO days in the first year, 48 hours of paid sick leave, and 11 paid holidays. Total of 30 paid days off in the first year. 

• $50/month; $600/year with Lifestyle Spending Account

• Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Legal & ID Shield through MetLife

• Retirement 403B & 403B employer match up to 4% at one year anniversary

• Mileage Reimbursement

• Employer provided work phone and computer

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

• Wellness Program

• And committed to a Culture of Awesomeness!

Ariel Clinical Services has been in business for over 30 years!

• Ariel has grown significantly since its early days of serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Today, we offer a broad range of services including residential programs, vocational support, foster care and adoption, therapy, and much more. 

• We are proud to say we have expanded our reach beyond the Western Slope! Now, we provide services in Denver, Colorado Springs, and Pueblo.

• At Ariel, we deeply value our community and recognize the vital role it plays in the lives of our members and employees. That’s why we’re committed to staying engaged through both financial contributions and hands-on service initiatives.

• As we continue to grow, we’re equally committed to fostering professional growth for our team. Many of our entry-level roles offer clear pathways for advancement within the organization.

Position Summary

The Chief Financial Officer is a member of the Executive Leadership Team and is responsible for the management and reporting of all financial and business transactions required to ensure the organization’s integrity and compliance in its financial and other business-related areas.

Ariel Clinical Services Mission

To provide safe, nurturing and supportive environments for our clients so that they may have the opportunities to develop their strengths, maximize their potentials and fully participate in society.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Oversee all accounting functions and accounting department staff. 

2. Develop and maintains internal financial management policies, procedures and performance measures. Ensure compliance with all applicable financial, accounting and regulatory requirements; maintain a system of strong internal controls. 

3. Direct the preparation of all financial statements; oversee annual financial audit(s).

4. Responsible for filing reports as required by Federal and State governments including, but not limited to, Federal IRS information return. 

5. Work closely with departments in establishing priorities for the fiscal planning process and prepare the annual organizational budget. Compare budgeted expenses and revenues to actual and make or oversee any necessary adjustments to future projections and budgets. Assist Leadership with financial projections as related to new and existing programming efforts. 

6. Work to educate and communicate financial concepts to Leadership team members.

7. Responsible for strategic planning, identifying financial gaps, and ensuring the overall health of the organization.

8. Develop a strong working relationship with the Board of Directors. Present budgets, financial reports and updates to the CEO and the Board of Directors.

9. Manage investment accounts and cash accounts in compliance with investment policy and the direction of the Board of Directors. Monitor cash flow requirements. 

10. Handle risk management, working with insurance agents to ensure proper coverage of all Ariel assets. Administer the organization’s insurance policies related to liability and general business needs.

11. Consistently model mission, vision and cultural values of Ariel to employees as it relates to the accounting function.

12. Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1. Demonstrated advanced knowledge in accounting principles and non-profit laws and standards.

2. Passion for the mission and work of Ariel Clinical Services.

3. Proven financial management and supervisory skills. 

4. Excellent analytical, organizational, problem solving and decision-making skills. 

5. Proficient in accounting computer application systems.

6. Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to convey financial information in an understandable manner to non-financial stakeholders.

7. Demonstrated skill in exercising independent judgment within the scope and boundaries of Ariel, Ariel’s Standard Operating Procedures, and Federal, State and Local Rules and Regulations regarding Ariel operations.

8. Ability to be readily adaptable and change direction rapidly.

9. Ability to work independently, prioritize workload, complete a wide variety of tasks in a timely and accurate fashion and effectively direct others.

Education and Experience

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, with a minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience in financial management or a related area.

• At least 5 years of experience in senior management or executive leadership role.

Preferred: 

• Master’s degree or higher in Accounting or a related field, or active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification.

• Proven experience serving as Chief Financial Officer within a non-profit organization.

• Demonstrated proficiency in leveraging AI technologies to drive forecasting accuracy and efficiency gains.

Certifications/Licenses

Highly Desired 

• Certified Public Accountant

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directly supervises the accounting department employees.

Physical Demands

1. This position requires that the incumbent be capable of bending, sitting, stretching, and/or reaching regularly for periods up to two hours without a break. 

2. This position requires that the incumbent have adequate hand and finger dexterity to properly perform the functions of the position.

3. This position requires lifting regularly up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 60 pounds.

4. This position requires the ability to hear and see, at a level which is adequate to ensure effectiveness in the position, and client and staff health and safety. Adaptive devices are acceptable.

Work Environment

1. Exposure to typical climate-controlled office environment when in the office.

2. Exposure to bloodborne pathogens and infectious disease is possible, but limited.

3. Exposure to hazardous chemicals is possible, but limited.

Required Background Checks & Documentation

1. Central Registry for child abuse

2. Colorado Adult Protective Services (CAPS)

3. Criminal Background Investigation (CBI)

4. CBI Sex Offender Background Check

5. National Sex Offender Background Check

6. Federal Background Investigation (FBI) in CO > Two years

7. Reference check 

8. Office of Inspector General

9. I-9 Documentation

10. Driver’s License Record

11. Reliable Automobile with adequate, valid auto insurance