Job
Chief Financial Officer
| Location | Los Angeles, CA 90036 |
| Date Posted | January 31, 2025 |
| Job ID | 12409 |
| Employment Type | Direct Hire |
Scion Nonprofit Staffing is thrilled to present an outstanding opportunity for a hands on Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for a rapidly growing $20M+ organization. This hybrid opportunity is required onsite Monday through Thursday in Los Angeles (ZIP code 90048) and remote on Fridays. Founded in 1992, this highly regarded national nonprofit provides programs supporting more than 150,000 children in 728 schools and community sites across the United States. Candidates of diverse backgrounds are highly encouraged to apply.
THE ROLE: The ideal candidate will have significant nonprofit finance experience managing a diverse revenue mix, including public and private funding, with experience in organizations of similar or larger size (budget of $20M+) and an expert level understanding of A-133 single audits.
Reporting directly to the President, the CFO will oversee the Finance, Operations, and Systems functions, working closely with Executive Directors, the National Board Treasurer, and the Audit Committee. This role involves managing a high-performing Finance Department of approximately 11 team members and leading the development of a cohesive, efficient team. The CFO will also be responsible for overseeing diverse funding sources, including federal and state grants, as well as private donations.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Finance Leadership & Strategy
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
HOW TO APPLY:
For immediate consideration, please provide your resume and cover letter, sharing more about your experience and interest in this role via https://scionstaffing.com/job/12409
ABOUT OUR SEARCH FIRM:
Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an award-winning national nonprofit recruitment and staffing specialist for nonprofit organizations, foundations, associations, and educational institutions! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals supporting incredible missions and programs. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire nonprofit recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing.
We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm and our practices can be found online. Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent.
For opportunities located in a region that has enacted fair chance, arrest, or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Nonprofit Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, equitable, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.
THE ROLE: The ideal candidate will have significant nonprofit finance experience managing a diverse revenue mix, including public and private funding, with experience in organizations of similar or larger size (budget of $20M+) and an expert level understanding of A-133 single audits.
Reporting directly to the President, the CFO will oversee the Finance, Operations, and Systems functions, working closely with Executive Directors, the National Board Treasurer, and the Audit Committee. This role involves managing a high-performing Finance Department of approximately 11 team members and leading the development of a cohesive, efficient team. The CFO will also be responsible for overseeing diverse funding sources, including federal and state grants, as well as private donations.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Finance Leadership & Strategy
- Oversee all financial functions and performance of the organization.
- Provide strategic leadership and guidance on finance and operations issues.
- Collaborate with the executive leadership team on long-term financial planning, asset analysis, cash projections, identifying fiscal challenges, and national and chapter-level revenue planning.
- Attend Board and subcommittee meetings, presenting financial reports to the National Board, Finance Committee, and Audit Committee.
- Manage departmental budgets, providing sound financial advice to leadership.
- Lead the annual audit process, serving as the liaison between auditors and the Audit Committee, and ensuring completion and approval of audited statements and required filings.
- Work with the Development Department to ensure revenue sources are accurately reflected in financial reports, in compliance with GAAP and industry standards.
- Partner with the Director of HR to manage and reflect the financial impact of employee benefits.
- Cultivate stakeholder relationships at all levels.
- Oversee organizational operations, including contracts, leases, and agreements, ensuring proper approvals.
- Manage legal matters as they arise, collaborating with HR as needed.
- Identify and implement best practices to improve internal procedures.
- Oversee risk management and ensure compliance with nonprofit best practices.
- Manage certifications, licenses, and reporting for business operations at the state and national levels.
- Oversee banking relationships and manage the organization’s accounts payable vendor.
- Lead the Systems Department, ensuring adequate resource allocation.
- Collaborate with the Director of Systems to integrate and ensure compliance across platforms (e.g., Raisers Edge, Financial Edge, Paylocity).
- Oversee IT operations with an outsourced company to optimize efficiency.
- Oversee investment activities related to the newly created endowment.
- Prepare endowment and investment reports for the CEO and President, along with customized reporting as needed.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree required; MBA highly preferred.
- CPA highly preferred.
- 10+ years of professional experience responsible for finance teams in large. nonprofit, philanthropic or academic institutions.
- Hands on experience and superb understanding of nonprofit accounting, revenue recognition, cost allocations, single audit (A-133) requirements.
- In depth understanding and hand on experience with the financial management and reporting of federal and foundation grants, contracts and multi-funded projects.
- Exceptional leadership skills, with a collaborative spirit and demonstrated ability to inspire and motivate staff.
- Strong strategic and implementation skills; ability to grasp the opportunities and challenges of the organization and the role.
- Outstanding communicator; excellent speaking, writing, and interpersonal skills.
- Passion for the mission and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
- Competitive salary range of $210,000 - $250,000 DOE
- 99% coverage of medical, dental and vision plans
- Employee Assistance Program
- Short and long-term disability options
- Life insurance
- Optional employee critical illness plan coverage and pet insurance
- 403 (b) plan, with employer match
- Substantial PTO in the first 3 years with progressive increases thereafter
- Up to 25 paid holidays a year
- This nonprofit employer is eligible for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
HOW TO APPLY:
For immediate consideration, please provide your resume and cover letter, sharing more about your experience and interest in this role via https://scionstaffing.com/job/12409
ABOUT OUR SEARCH FIRM:
Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an award-winning national nonprofit recruitment and staffing specialist for nonprofit organizations, foundations, associations, and educational institutions! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals supporting incredible missions and programs. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire nonprofit recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing.
We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm and our practices can be found online. Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent.
For opportunities located in a region that has enacted fair chance, arrest, or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Nonprofit Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, equitable, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.
