What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance Manager position at Bay Area Community Resources?
Chief Financial Officer
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a key member of the Executive Team, responsible for managing the financial operations of Bay Area Community Resources (BACR). This role ensures the organization's financial health and sustainability by overseeing all financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, risk management, and compliance requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and oversee all financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
- Develop and implement best practices and tools to ensure a well-controlled yet flexible organization with strong fiscal management, project coordination, cross-team communications, and workflows
- Prepare and present financial reports to the CEO and Board of Directors, providing analysis and recommendations as needed
- Ensure compliance with all financial reporting and regulatory requirements, including tax filings, audits, and other reporting requirements
Risk Management:
- Analyze program financial impact and contribute to internal contract negotiation analysis, providing crucial insights on cash flow, historical reimbursement schedules, admin contribution, and other aspects affecting agency revenue, budgeting, and cash positions
- Work with senior program leaders, finance team, compliance, and contract managers to ensure timely payments and tracking of contracts, terms, and other financial controls impacting BACR
Leadership and Collaboration:
- Provide leadership and mentorship to the finance team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development
- Work closely with the CEO and Senior Management Team to develop and implement strategic plans and goals that support BACR's mission and vision
Tax Filing and Compliance:
- Oversee all tax filings and compliance requirements, ensuring that BACR is in compliance with all relevant laws and regulations
- Direct internal and external compliance audits, including the GAAP and OMB A-133 audits
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; MBA or CPA strongly preferred. At least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in financial management, with a minimum of 5 years in a non-profit organization.
Proven track record of successful financial management, including experience developing and implementing financial strategies, managing budgets, and overseeing financial reporting and compliance. Excellent leadership and management skills, with experience building and leading high-performing teams.
Demonstrated commitment to the values of diversity, equity, inclusiveness, and belonging. Experience with public school districts, AmeriCorps, and/or government funding. Federal audit experience. Bay Area Community Resources (BACR) is a non-profit organization with over 2000 staff and a $100M budget delivering a wide range of services to schools and other community settings throughout the San Francisco Bay Area and California.
