Chief Financial Officer - San Diego

$160,000 - $180,000/Yr

Jewish Federation Of San Diego County - San Diego, CA

Full-time - Senior

Remote - San Diego, CA

Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations

About the position

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at the Jewish Federation of San Diego County is responsible for overseeing the organization's financial and administrative operations. This role involves managing an annual operating budget exceeding $8 million and facilitating annual grantmaking of approximately $5 million. The CFO plays a critical role in ensuring financial strength and accountability, making strategic financial decisions, and supporting the organization's mission to strengthen the Jewish community.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the financial and administrative operations of the Federation.
• Manage the annual operating budget and facilitate annual grantmaking.
• Lead financial-condition analysis, budget management, and financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Plan, execute, and evaluate fiscal functions and performance, including audits and financial reports.
• Recruit, train, and evaluate staff in Finance/Accounting.
• Manage operations of Finance and Accounting, instituting proper financial controls.
• Develop and enforce policies and procedures to improve financial management.
• Provide timely and accurate reports and analysis of budgets and financial trends.
• Interpret financial results and suggest recommendations aligned with the Federation's mission.
• Manage banking, investment management, auditor, and insurance relationships.
• Oversee the operation of the Federation building.

Requirements

• At least five years' experience in senior financial roles, with three or more years in the philanthropic or non-profit area.
• Demonstrated proficiency in budgeting, accounting, and managing non-profit financial organizations.
• Ability to analyze audited financial statements.
• Expertise in MS Excel and proficiency with accounting software.
• Strong communication skills for presenting financial information to the Board and committees.
• Experience with strategic planning and project management.
• Ability to partner with volunteer leadership and community agencies.
• Demonstrated leadership and strategic planning skills with high ethical standards.
• Strong knowledge of non-profit organizations.
• Familiarity with Jewish customs and community is preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• MBA strongly preferred.
• CPA or CMA preferred but not required.

Benefits

• Generous benefits plan
• Retirement plan
• Comprehensive paid sick leave
• Vacation
• 22 paid holidays per year