Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Assistance Plus•Benton, ME

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Assistance Plus is seeking an individual to fill the role of Chief Financial Officer (CFO). The CFO reports to the Chief Executive Officer and assumes a strategic role in the agency. The CFO leads and manages the financial planning, reporting, and risk management functions. The CFO will work closely with the executive team to drive financial strategy, ensure regulatory compliance, and support sustainable growth. The CFO will have primary day-to-day responsibility for planning, implementing, managing, and controlling all financial activities of the Agency. This is a full time, 40 hour per week position, located at our Benton office.

Requirements

Proof of vehicle insurance at $50K/$100K and a valid Maine driver’s license are required
Master's degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field is required.
Minimum of 10-15 years of progressive experience in finance or accounting, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role is required.
Excellent supervisory, organizational, and leadership skills are required.
Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
Must be 18 years of age or older
Ability to maintain confidentiality
High level of attention to detail

Responsibilities

Developing and overseeing financial strategy, planning, budgeting, and forecasting
Managing cash flow, financial risk, capital structure, and funding strategies
Preparing and presenting financial reports to the CEO/Owner and President/Owner
Ensuring compliance with financial regulations and standards
Meeting with external accountants and auditors
Developing and mentoring a finance team, managing work allocations, training, resolving problems, conducting performance evaluations, and building an effective, dynamic team
Ensuring record systems are maintained in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
Overseeing accounting functions, including payroll, AP/AR, and month-end close
Leading financial modeling and scenario planning
Providing strategic recommendations based on financial analysis and projections
Liaising with auditors, banks, and investors as needed
Implement systems and processes to improve financial operations and reporting
Performing other duties as assigned

Benefits

Generous Earned Benefit Time
Mileage reimbursement
Working in a team-oriented environment
12 paid holidays per year
Agency-paid life insurance in the amount of your annual salary with a max of $50K
Agency-paid Short-Term Disability
Medical, dental, and voluntary insurances
401K Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Pay is commensurate with education and experience.