Chief Financial Officer

United Way Worldwide • Charleston, SC

294d • $140,000 - $190,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for Trident United Way is accountable for the administrative, financial, legal, and risk management operations of the organization, including the development of a financial and operational strategy, metrics tied to that strategy, and the ongoing development and monitoring of control systems designed to preserve organization assets and report accurate financial results. The CFO also oversees facilities management, operations, and IT support strategies. As the financial leader of the organization, the CFO will serve as a valued member of the executive management team. The CFO will directly influence and participate in the day-to-day operations, budgets and long-range planning for the organization. The CFO will have overarching responsibility for accounting, internal and grant-related financial reporting and legal compliance, short- and long-term financial planning, budgeting, audit, forecasting and analysis, tax and treasury operations. The CFO serves in an advisory capacity to the CEO and Board of Directors providing strategic leadership where needed. Working in tandem with the other executives, the CFO collaboratively develops and implements the organization's short-term and long-term financial operating model. The CFO provides organizational and functional leadership and direction with regard to all finance related activities, guided by a commitment to providing timely, accurate and high quality information and service. The CFO will be a critical thought partner to the organization's program, marketing, technology, talent management, and fundraising functions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• 10+ years of financial management experience in complex non-profit and/or for-profit sectors.
• Background in complex organizations of commensurate size and scope.
• Extensive finance and cash flow management experience.
• Skilled at effectively presenting information and ideas to executive teams, volunteers, and board of directors.
• Ability to earn the confidence and respect of stakeholders.
• Recognized as a collaborative, motivational, supportive, and visionary leader.
• Outstanding interpersonal, coaching, and listening skills.
• Demonstrate ability to remain objective, be discrete, and exercise common sense.
• Thrive in a dynamic environment and able to work on various projects simultaneously.
• Track record of developing partnerships, building teams and managing conflict.
• Experience in strategic planning and execution.
• Recognized for both emotional intelligence and intellectual rigor.

Nice To Haves

• MBA or CPA.
• Previous experience in mid to large United Way Member organization.
• Understands the local community and the unique challenges and opportunities available.

Responsibilities

• Develops and evaluates short and long-term strategic financial objectives for the organization, ensuring alignment with overall strategy and mission.
• Partners with members of the executive team to establish economic, financial and strategic objectives, to implement organizational strategy, and to oversee mission critical projects and initiatives.
• Manages the budget and financial forecasts processes, leading the budgeting and financial forecasting processes.
• Collaborates with community impact and fundraising staff in the development and pricing of community impact products.
• Evaluates ROI and key process indicators for various resource development practices, strategies and programs.
• Oversees accounting and finance staff to ensure effective and efficient processes for all financial transactions.
• Monitors and ensures the adequacy of cash.
• Maintains relations with Chairs and members of the Finance, Audit, Investment, and HR & Governance Committees.
• Manages the financial complexity of both unrestricted and restricted revenue streams.
• Develops, instructs, directs, motivates, and supports staff across the organization.
• Ensures effective use of technology within the financial functions of the organization.
• Provides timely and accurate analyses and financial reporting.
• Interprets statistical and accounting information to assess operating results.
• Collaborates with program and fundraising staff to prepare grant applications and create budgets and reports.
• Safeguards the organization's assets and builds credibility for the CFO position.
• Develops and maintains systems of internal controls and ensures compliance with governance requirements.

Benefits

• Hybrid work environment with the opportunity to work remotely 2 days a week.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: Master's degree