Chief Financial Officer

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

SUMMARY OF JOB PURPOSE :

Responsible for planning, organizing, directing and performing activities related to the financial and accounting functions of the organization; provides support and advice to management and the Board.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.

• Manages and directs the activities of Accounting Department and Human Resources Department; coordinates, prioritizes and assigns tasks and projects; tracks and reviews work progress and activities; directs the recruitment and selection of staff; undertakes disciplinary action as required; conducts performance evaluations.
• Develops and implements goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for the department; prepares and administers the departments’ budgets.
• Confers with management regarding financial and accounting activities, programs, policies, procedures and initiatives.
• Manages the administrative, financial, and risk management operations of the company, to include 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 company assets and report accurate financial results.
• Ensures organization compliance with State and federal laws and regulations; monitors regulatory developments; recommends policy revisions as required.
• Audits all books and records of any fund or department, reports findings to appropriate internal or external party as appropriate
• Prepares and directs the preparation of budgets, audits, financial statements and varied fiscal reports.
• Reviews accounting and human resources documents to ensure accuracy of information and calculations and makes corrections of entries.
• Examines supporting documentation to establish proper authorization and conformance with agreements, contracts, and state and federal regulations.
• Prepares and maintains control and subsidiary accounting records involving a variety of transactions and accounts.
• Maintains expenditure and budgetary control accounts and records; reviews, analyzes and adjusts budgets for departmental and organizational funds.
• Analyzes programs and legislation to determine fiscal and budgetary impact; prepares budgetary appropriation transfers and supplemental budgets.
• Confers with operating staff, vendors, contractors and others regarding invoices and payment status.
• Represents the organization in meetings with representatives of governmental agencies, professional and business organizations, and the public; conducts presentations to Management, the Board and others as required.
• Prepares and directs the preparation of a variety of written correspondence, reports, procedures and other written materials.
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a team.
• Represents the organization with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public.

Requirements : QUALIFICATIONS :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.

Education and Experience :

Master's degree in accounting, business administration, or a related field; AND ten (10) years of professional accounting and finance experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Required Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of :

Skill in :

Planning, organizing, supervising, reviewing and evaluating the work of others.

Training others in policies and procedures related to the work.

Planning, organizing and administering a comprehensive financial management and reporting program.

Overseeing and performing the conduct of comprehensive annual financial audits.

Developing and implementing goals, objectives, procedures and work standards.

Developing effective work teams and motivating individuals to meet goals and objectives and provide customer services in the most cost effective and efficient manner.

Ensuring proper authorization and documentation for disbursements and other transactions.

Interpreting, applying and explaining complex federal, state and local laws related to the areas of responsibility.

Preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials.

Making effective oral presentations to large and small groups.

Using initiative and independent judgment within general policy guidelines.

Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.

Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS :

Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.

Nevada Driver’s License.

CPR Certification within six (6) months

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT :

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Mobility to work in typical office setting and use standard office equipment; stamina to sit for extended periods of time; strength to lift and carry up to 20 pounds; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone.