Chief Financial Officer

Food Bank of the Rockies•Aurora, CO

8h•$205,000 - $215,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As the food bank with the largest service area in the contiguous United States, Food Bank of the Rockies is passionate about ensuring every community member has the resources they need to thrive. Supporting our Colorado and Wyoming communities begins with passionate, mission-driven individuals. The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for the thought leadership, design, implementation, and execution of all aspects of the organization’s financial strategy. The financial strategy is a key enabler of the Food Bank of the Rockies’ short and long-term goals. The CFO plays a critical role in ensuring the financial health, sustainability, and compliance of Food Bank of the Rockies by overseeing all financial operations and providing strategic financial leadership. As a member of the Executive Team, the CFO plays a key role in the team’s decision-making by bringing and ensuring an enterprise-wide view alongside best-in-class strategic financial standards and approaches. The Chief Financial Officer leads a team of finance and accounting professionals and serves as a key leader in the organization across three distribution centers in Colorado and Wyoming. The Food Bank’s team is dedicated to creating an efficient food distribution network to reduce and help end hunger across the state. Staff are committed to embodying the Food Bank’s organizational values and mission in all activities. If you are looking for a mission-focused organization where innovation and teamwork are encouraged and new ideas are valued, then this is an ideal position for you. The mission of Food Bank of the Rockies is to ignite the power of community to nourish people facing hunger. We provide food and necessities to people in need through signature programs and by teaming up with hundreds of Hunger Relief Partners to serve communities across Colorado and Wyoming. We believe that for a community to thrive, every person must have the resources they need to flourish, and we strive to provide proper nourishment for every neighbor.

Requirements

Commitment to fulfilling Food Bank of the Rockies mission and positively representing the brand both internally and externally
Builds and leads high-performing teams, recognizing and cultivating talent
Influences by building strong relationships at the Board and Executive Team levels and by operating through an enterprise-wide view
Embodies an authentic, accessible, and engaging leadership style
Engages creative thinking with an optimistic mindset
Embodies a growth mindset with a commitment to continual learning -- personally, departmentally, and organizationally
Drives great results through planning, analysis, and execution
Identifies and drives strategic organizational change to improve results
Engages in compelling and effective verbal (group and individual) and written communication skills
Courageous Communicator -- communicates openly with accountability for self and others, handling difficult conversations with tact
In recognition of the leadership team as one’s “first team,” presents a unified front on leadership decisions outside of meetings
Carries organizational messages with confidence and passion, fostering audience engagement
Maintains composure under pressure, exemplifying resilience and adaptability
High level of interpersonal skills, empathy, and the ability to navigate complex social dynamics
Consistently partners at all levels of the organization to catalyze balanced and effective results
Exemplifies demonstrated alignment with organizational values
Serves as an expert in one’s field, bringing a high level of skill, experience, and a comprehensive understanding of industry trends and potential future directions
Exemplifies broad organizational expertise and is able to represent Food Bank of the Rockies to external audiences via speaking engagements, tours, etc.
Handle confidential information with discretion and care, ensuring the privacy and respect of employees, volunteers, partners, donors, or others
Strong understanding of nonprofit accounting principles, regulations, and compliance requirements
Excellent analytical skills and proficiency in financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting
Demonstrated senior leadership with strategic and budget planning experience
Minimum ten years of prior management and leadership experience
Minimum ten years experience leading finance departments at large, complex organizations
Strong technical skills with the ability to utilize various technologies and learn new technology quickly.
Advanced knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite – specifically Outlook, Word, and Excel
Bachelor’s or advanced degree in finance, accounting, or business administration or related field; MBA or CPA preferred
Demonstrated senior leadership and budget planning experience in complex organizations.

Nice To Haves

Experience with food distribution preferred.
Working knowledge of Ceres a plus

Responsibilities

Build, maintain, and effectively lead a team of high-functioning finance professionals
Influence the organization’s overall strategy at both the Board and Executive Team levels
Build, maintain, evolve, and execute on the organization’s financial strategy and budget
Routinely analyze, monitor, and make recommendations related to: Liabilities and risks Opportunities and investments Financial performance and resource allocation Cash flow and liquidity
Routinely analyze, monitor, and present financial operation results and recommendations along with potential issues and opportunities to the CEO, Board of Directors, Endowment Board, and team members with P&L responsibility including, but not limited to: Monthly financial statements and reporting Income statements and balance sheets Annual financials Necessary audits
Provide financial guidance and oversight on FBR contracts where appropriate
Responsible for up-to-date SOPs related to all areas of responsibility
Oversee banking relationships investment of funds and borrowing requirements, including but not limited to lines of credit or term debt, if needed, where appropriate
Involved in the investment manager selection/evaluation for funds, including 401(k), investments, and endowment funds
Review and sign all corporate agreements and contracts and seeks legal counsel as needed
Serve as a key liaison to the Finance/Audit Committee, the 401-K Committee, the Endowment Board and legal counsel. Serve on other board committees as requested
Recommend and maintain relationship with an appropriate Audit Firm
Handle confidential information with discretion and care, ensuring the privacy and respect of employees, volunteers, partners, donors, or others

Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off: Flexible paid time off, including 10 paid holidays, sick leave, and opportunities for paid volunteer time.
Robust Retirement Plan: A 401(k) retirement plan with a 4.5% employer match, plus additional matching based on tenure for a total potential match of up to 8.5%, to support your long-term financial security.
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Competitive health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans to support your meet your and your family’s needs.
Medical and Parental Leave: Leave time is offered through the Colorado-funded FAMLI (Family and Medical Leave Insurance) Program.
Bilingual Incentive: A monthly incentive for certified bilingual staff, recognizing and rewarding your valuable language skills.

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