Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Early Learning Coalition of Hillsborough County

About The Position

Under the leadership of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), this position is responsible for directing all financial functions of the Coalition including preparation of strategic planning, budgets, establishing financial policies, procedures, controls and reporting systems. This position also oversees the internal audit, fraud and the Division of Early Learning (DEL) compliance components by ensuring all legal processes concerning allegations, case summaries, applications, overpayments and supporting evidence are followed and subsequently reported to the appropriate agencies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance from an accredited institution; Master’s degree preferred
Active Certified Public Accounting (CPA) credentials required
Ability to exemplify our Core Values of Integrity, Equity, Accountability, Collaboration, Innovation, Transparency, Consistency and Benevolence
Demonstrated leadership ability with a minimum 4 years’ experience overseeing a Finance/Accounting or related team; non-profit experience preferred
Thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Knowledge of fund accounting principles (cost reimbursement model)
Knowledge of state and federal grant regulations preferred (i.e. FL Statute 287, 119, & 286)
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships to work collaboratively with all departments and leadership
Ability to lead with a high degree of emotional intelligence and ethics
Ability to think strategically and solve problems
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Intermediate skill in Microsoft Office Suite, Advanced/Expert MS Excel Skills Highly Preferred
Valid Florida driver’s license and the ability to drive a passenger vehicle
This position requires successful completion of the level 2 background screening standards as set forth in s. 435.04, F.S.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred
non-profit experience preferred
Knowledge of state and federal grant regulations preferred (i.e. FL Statute 287, 119, & 286)
Advanced/Expert MS Excel Skills Highly Preferred

Responsibilities

Direct financial decisions by establishing, monitoring and enforcing appropriate financial policies and procedures
Prepare annual operating budget (current fiscal year’s budget is $127 million) and participate in the annual strategic planning process which serves as a basis for the budget. Provide ongoing analysis of variances from budget and assists the CEO in implementing changes needed to achieve budget goals
Ensure all accounting and business office policies and required internal controls are in place to facilitate a clean audit with no material audit adjustments or deficiencies found. Ensures all approval processes are in place
Oversee the maintenance of the general ledger according to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Ensure all state and federal accounting and general ledger policies are followed and documented
Manage all internal and external audits including those related to DEL and Fraud
Analyze, interpret and communicate financial operating results to the CEO, Senior Leadership Team and Board of Directors
Provide strategic financial planning advice to the Board of Directors and the CEO to ensure long-term sustainability
Ensure financial compliance with federal, state and local legal requirements by researching existing and new legislation, consulting with outside advisors, and filing financial reports
Provide financial leadership and guidance to leadership by training leaders on financial matters and provides routine feedback regarding department performance
Prepare organization financial statements and organization performance statistics as needed
Ensure local funding activities, grants, gifts, cash and other donations are tracked appropriately
Manage organization’s operational and financial metrics, reporting, and related Balanced Scorecard bonus program
Perform other duties as requested