What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chief Financial Officer position at People, Incorporated?
Chief Financial Officer
Salary 180K-200K
People, Incorporated is a human service Agency serving the Southcoast community, including the Greater Fall River, New Bedford, and Taunton areas. As a partnership of specialized, integrated programs, we provide unique opportunities to people with life challenges. Since our inception in 1968, we have been one of the largest providers of supports and services to people of all abilities in the community. Let People, Incorporated be Your Path to Opportunity!
People, Incorporated is seeking an accomplished Chief Financial Officer. The CFO is responsible for the preparation, monitoring, controlling, and reporting of budget and financial information as it relates to the mission of the Agency while promoting continuous quality improvement.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Develop/manage systems for preparing, controlling and reporting budget/financial/accounting information.
- Communicate and coordinate the annual budget process with division directors.
- Monitor general ledger, accounts receivable and payable, purchasing, payroll and business support functions.
- Monitor payroll and payroll-related expenses as part of overall organization budget.
- Assist in the rate setting processes for all current and proposed purchase of service contracts.
- Submit all appropriate reports and statistical data as required.
- Monitor and assist in the purchase of large equipment and capital items.
- Participate and collaborate with the Administrative Management Team in identifying and promoting areas of growth as it relates to the strategic plan.
- Recommend accounting staff changes and hires.
- Supervise and evaluate direct report staff, and recommend training and staff development.
- Serve as liaison with outside auditors and vendors.
- Collaborate and improve accounting department functions and processes including suggestions and streamlining efforts for improvement.
- Provide staff services to Financial Committee of the Board of Directors.
- Act as the Agencys Corporate Compliance Officer by maintaining a Risk Management Program that complies with federal, state and other regulations, and is responsible for creating, implementing and evaluating the outcome of such program.
- Maintain all program and Agency required trainings.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Masters degree in Accounting, Finance or related field. CPA strongly preferred
- Minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible experience in financial management, including at least 4 years in a leadership capacity.
- Non profit accounting experience, including knowledge of fund accounting and regulatory compliance is required.
- Experience with financial, accounting, and business systems and operations.
- Knowledge of employment laws and practices.
- Knowledge of government contracting processes.
- Skill in administration and/or supervision.
- Ability to serve as a role model and a leader within the organization and its contracting/purchasing community.
- Ability to respond to division emergencies.
- A qualifying criminal background check, driving record and a valid drivers license are also required.
Why join our Team?
Come work in a rewarding and creative environment that encourages growth, collaboration and community involvement that is exploding with opportunities.
At People Incorporated you will find a path to endless opportunities and a rewarding career! We offer a supportive work environment, Employee Recognition Program, Professional Development, opportunities for growth as well as industry-leading wages and a comprehensive benefit package that includes:
**For employees working in benefit eligible positions only**
- Tuition Assistance Program
- 4 weeks accrued paid time off
- 11 paid holidays annually
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- 403(b) savings plan
- Wellness Activities and initiatives
- Select employee discounts through LifeMart
- FSA
- Employee Assistance Program
- FREE Life and Long-term Disability Insurance
- Short-term Disability Insurance
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People Incorporated is committed to fostering a respectful and supportive work environment. We are a proud equal opportunity employer that welcomes and strongly encourages all races, religions, nationalities, genders, the LGTBQIA community, and people with disabilities to apply. Our ability to attract and retain a talented and dedicated workforce are key to the success of our agency. We strive to create a workplace where employees feel supported, appreciated, and motivated to grow.
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