Chief Financial Officer in England

As CFO and strategic business partner to the senior Executive team, work with the Leadership team, Board of Directors, and other staff to carry out and meet the goals and objectives of the strategic plan. The CFO is accountable for the financial and risk management operations of the company, including the development of a financial strategy, metrics tied to that strategy, and the ongoing development and monitoring of the control systems designed to preserve company assets and report accurate financial results.

Job Duties

• PLANNING: Assist in formulating the company’s future direction and supporting tactical initiatives by participating in pivotal decisions as they relate to strategic initiatives and operational models. Monitor and direct the implementation of strategic business plans and financial strategies. Identify, develop, and execute analysis of business initiatives and/or new service offerings. Manage the budgeting processes. Manage the Audit processes. Implement policies, procedures, and processes as deemed appropriate. Serve as a key member of the executive leadership team and finance/audit board committee and nonvoting board member as an officer of the corporation. Select and engage consultants and auditors.
• OPERATIONS: Participate in key decisions as a member of the Executive team impacting the operations of the organization. Maintain in-depth relations with all members of the Leadership team. Manage the accounting, information technology, and facilities departments. Manage any third parties to which functions have been outsourced. Oversee the company’s financial transaction processing system – Financial Edge and the applicable interfacing of other systems – Intergy, ADP, Raiser’s edge. Implement operational best practices for Non-Profits and Healthcare entities. Oversee employee 401k benefit plan. Identify, acquire, and implement systems and software to provide critical financial and operational information. Maintain appropriate Insurance coverage for Building and equipment.
• FINANCIAL: Oversee the issuance of financial information as requested. Select and engage outside consultants and auditors. Present monthly financial budgeting reports including monthly profit and loss, balance sheet, and cash flow. Review and analyze monthly financial results and provide recommendations. Manage financial planning and analysis by department. Supervise creation of reports, software implementation, and tools for budgeting and forecasting. Review and approve all 990, audited financial statements for IRS, 401k audit reports, and other audits for government agencies as required, including but not limited to BCCS and CPRIT. Oversee preparation of multiple budgets for Grant purposes. Oversee audit process including but not limited to Financial, 401k, BCCS, CPRIT. Maintain outstanding banking relationships and strategic alliances with vendors and business partners. Remain current on audit best practices as well as state, federal, and local laws regarding the company’s nonprofit and healthcare operations. Recruit, interview, and hire accounting staff. Monitor cash balances and cash forecasts. Oversee cash management, approve large payables, sign checks, authorise wires, and ACHS. Ensure timeliness and accuracy of financial and management reporting data for federal funders, foundations, and the company’s board of directors.
• ACCOUNTING, PAYROLL, ACCOUNTS PAYABLE AND GENERAL LEDGER: Supervise the accounting department to ensure the proper functioning of all systems, databases, and financial software. Mentor and develop a team of accounting staff and enhance financial literacy among leadership team members. Review and ensure application of appropriate internal controls, grant compliance, and financial procedures. Work with Human Resources to ensure legal compliance. Oversee the month-end close process, constantly reviewing procedures while eliminating inefficiencies. Review all month-end closing activities including general ledger accounts and balance sheets accounts for accuracy and proper documentation. Enhance and implement financial and accounting systems, processes, tools, and control systems. Coordinate and strategise methods used to attain team goals. Participate and guide larger, cross-divisional teams outside of direct span of control within the organization.
• FACILITIES: Work with Property Management at both locations to ensure facility operations are at optimal level for operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting required.
• Master's Degree in business/healthcare administration preferred.
• 5+ years Experience as a Director of Accounting, Controller, or CFO required.
• Non-Profit Organization Experience required.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred.