Executive Finance Officer
Company: Community Youth Services
Location: Olympia
Posted on: June 22, 2022
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Job Description:
Community Youth Services is recruiting for Executive Finance
Officer to oversee all financial and information system matters of
Community Youth Services. Reports to and works closely with the
CEO. Collaborates with senior leadership, program directors, and
the board of directors to develop and implement strategies across
the organization. Oversees all compliance and recognition of
government contracts and private grants. Supervises accounting and
data systems staff. Starting pay is $7,377 per hour/month. (Exempt)
(Fulltime) CYS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not
unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, creed,
religion, age, marital or nursing mother status, pregnancy,
national origin, citizenship, the presence of any sensory, mental,
or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender
identity, gender expression, or any other status or characteristic
protected by applicable local, state, or federal law. About the
Agency: CYS has been a successful and established non-profit in
downtown Olympia for nearly 50 years, providing a full continuum of
care to meet the needs of at-risk youth and their families in our
community. Our 20+ programs help youth with housing, placement
stabilization, family preservation, foster care, education, job
training, employment, independent living skills, delinquent
behaviors, shelter, and basic needs. About 4,000 youth - and their
families - seek services annually in their transition to become
independent, successful adult members of society. Community Youth
Services is the largest child welfare agency serving southwest
Washington, employing over 175 staff and supporting 120 volunteers.
CYS provides a staff-driven culture where we view our staff as our
greatest asset in providing quality services. For new full-time
employees: 3.6 weeks of vacation leave 11+ paid Holidays 12 days of
sick leave Merit increases of 2.8% annually within pay grade Cost
of Living increases annually when possible Free benefits valued at
$500.00+ paid for you by the agency that include: Health insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA) - CYS contributes $100 per month with
high deductible plan Dental insurance Vision insurance Life
insurance Teledoc Employee Assistance Program After one year of
employment: Retirement: 100% vested with no time minimums. 3% CYS
contribution toward your 403(b) whether or not you invest yourself.
Additional 100% CYS match of your retirement contributions up to 2%
of your compensation. Eligible to apply for tuition assistance
program. Position Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in business,
finance or accounting with seven years of progressively responsible
positions in nonprofit accounting, including sophisticated fund and
grant accounting, compliance, and reporting. OR Master's degree in
Business Administration and five years' experience of progressively
responsible positions in nonprofit accounting, including
sophisticated fund and grant accounting, compliance, and reporting.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred. Demonstrated
leadership ability, team management, and interpersonal skills.
Experience in a senior financial-management role, partnering with
executive staff, resulting in the development and implementation of
creative financial management strategies. Must be able to adapt to
a continually evolving environment and thrive in an autonomous and
deadline-oriented workplace. Ability to establish and maintain
positive leadership model. Agency Qualifications: The ability to
pass an extensive background check with no history of conviction or
perpetration of child abuse or physical harm to a child or children
or an individual aged 18 years and above who is or may be unable to
take care of themselves, or is unable to protect themselves against
harm or exploitation by reason of age, illness, trauma or
disability, or any other reason. Professional and personal conduct
that maintains a personal and professional background so that
criminal history remains free from unlawful conduct. Certain crimes
may disqualify employees to have unrestricted access to children or
vulnerable populations in accordance with Department of Social
Health and Services policy and Washington State law. Professional
or personal conduct that causes this clearance to be suspended or
denied will result in suspension and/or termination of employment.
(Pursuant to RCW 43.43.832, 43.43.832(7), 43.43.834, 43.20A.710 and
WAC 388-06.). A valid Washington State Driver License with a
minimum of five years' driving experience and a three-year good
driving record evidenced on a Washington driver's abstract. The
ability to pass and maintain a clean driving records check at
employment and annually. Professional or personal conduct that
results in a restricted or denied driving status could result in
termination of employment. (Candidates relocating to the area must
provide current proof of three-year driving record from current
state; and have ten days from date of employment to provide a copy
of a Washington Driver's License and Washington driver's
abstract.). Proof of personal auto insurance levels provided on
your insurance declaration page. Coverage must be current, and
copies provided to HR at renewal. Coverages at or above $100,000
combined single limit is required for positions that require
driving and is recommended and preferred for positions that have
occasional driving. A sensitivity and responsiveness to the
cultural differences in the organization's employment and service
population. Must possess or obtain within 30 days of employment
CPR/1st Aid/Bloodborne Pathogen certification. Some positions
require CPR before a first shift. Strong interpersonal skills,
including the ability to work as part of a team. Major
Responsibilities and Related Tasks: Finance & Accounting: Staffs
and coordinates the Finance and Investment Committee for the Board
of Directors. Includes reviewing and reporting monthly financials
and endowment and reserve funds. Facilitates auditor selection and
engagement. Ensures that an annual audit and 5500 audits are
completed with an unqualified opinion; Oversees agency responses to
program audit findings. Works with external CPA to complete 990 and
form 5500. Helps to acquire financial and other resources to
accomplish the goals of the agency. Is expected to be a member of
the grant writing team and may write sections of grants, review
grants prior to submission, make funding request presentations,
develop budgets and seek new program opportunities for CYS.
Maintains good working relationships with Federal, State, and local
governmental funding agencies by providing accurate information in
a timely manner. Applies for and maintains federally approved
indirect cost rate. Works with Human Resources and Third-Party
Administrator to complete and maintain compliance with retirement
plan. Reviews all agency contracts prior to signature and assures
that CYS is in compliance with contractual expectations. Develops
and maintains agency internal controls. Prepares letters,
presentations, reports, documents and other written materials. Also
responsible for developing written materials which may go out under
the CEO's signature. Maintains an agency risk management plan and
monitors and manages risk and is responsible for procuring and
reviewing insurance products. Works in coordination with HR
Director to select and administer employee benefit insurance
products. Oversee cash flow planning, cash, investment and asset
management to ensure availability of funds as needed. Oversee
financing strategies and activities, as well as banking
relationships. Develop and utilize forward-looking, predictive
models and activity-based financial analysis to provide insight
into CYS operations and business plans. Planning, Policy, and
Investor Relations: Designs and leads the agency's annual budgeting
process, including presenting the final budget to the Board of
Directors. Works with Program Directors to develop and manage
program budgets and deal with ongoing budget issues to ensure the
agency remains fiscally accountable. Develop financial business
plans and forecasts. Participate in policy development as a member
of the senior leadership team. Engage the finance committee of the
board of directors to develop short-, medium-, and long-term
financial plans and projections. Represent CYS to financial
partners, including financial institutions, investors, foundation
executives, auditors, public officials, etc. Remain up to date on
nonprofit audit best practices and state and federal law regarding
nonprofit operations. Information Systems: Oversee the maintenance
of all accounting systems and function. Provide technological
guidance within the organization. Supervise data systems staff.
Consult with administration, program directors, to exchange
information, present new approaches, and discuss system changes.
Other Related Responsibilities Attends relevant trainings,
conferences and department/ program staff meetings. Uses Agency or
personal vehicle to perform agency business. Maintains confidential
information. Participates as a flexible member of the agency team
in order to accomplish the overall agency goals. Follows agency
policies and procedures Code of Ethics, RCW's, WAC's, and other
applicable external regulations. Participates in creating and
maintaining a workplace that values diversity and is free of
racism, sexism, heterosexism, and other discriminatory practices.
Manages time and other resources in a skilled manner. Demonstrates
professionalism and appropriate boundaries in all interactions.
Functions with creativity, independence and initiative.
Communicates effectively in both verbal and written form. Performs
other work as assigned. CYS is an Equal Opportunity Employer In
order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to
all individuals, employment decisions at Community Youth Services
will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Community
Youth Services will not tolerate discrimination in employment or
personnel practices including the advertisement of positions,
recruitment, selection, promotion, demotion, transfer, disciplinary
action, layoffs, or termination. These activities shall be
conducted without regard to race, color, sex, creed, religion, age,
marital or nursing mother status, pregnancy, national origin,
citizenship, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical
disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity,
gender expression, or any other status or characteristic protected
by applicable local, state, or federal law. Applicants wishing to
receive job posting in an alternative format, or who need
accommodation with the application process are encouraged to
contact CYS Human Resources using the CYS website. Employment Type:
Full Time Years Experience: 3 - 5 years Bonus/Commission: No
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