Chief Financial Officer

L'empire, Compagnie D'assurance-vie - Boston, MA

Full-time - Executive

Boston, MA

About the position

CIEE is seeking a dynamic and seasoned Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the finance operations of the organization as it embarks on its next phase of expansion. The CFO will be responsible for corporate financial planning, analysis, and management, working closely with the President & CEO and COO to manage annual operating and capital budgets, systems support, analytic protocols, cost models, and forecasting methods. This role is pivotal in measuring and managing the global operations of CIEE, a non-profit organization dedicated to transforming lives through study abroad and intercultural exchange experiences. The CFO will provide financial leadership and strategic planning initiatives, developing and driving an extraordinary financial operation that supports a global matrix of programs and services. This position requires establishing the company's overall financial goals, objectives, and policies, as well as advising the executive team on strategic business development and key corporate planning issues. The CFO will ensure the company's financial stability and help quantify the impact of strategic and operating plans, acting as a trusted business partner to the leadership team. In addition to overseeing all financial functions, including accounting, audits, financial reporting, budgeting, and treasury, the CFO will manage relationships with the Board of Directors and independent auditors, coordinate the annual audit process, and ensure compliance with tax and regulatory agencies. The role also involves preparing timely financial reports, developing multi-year financial models, and overseeing risk management activities. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a collaborative work style, and the ability to inspire trust and excellence within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Establish the Company's overall financial goals, objectives, and policies; establish accounting policies on the treatment and disclosure of all financial items.
• Advise the President & CEO and COO on strategic business development and key corporate planning issues and make recommendations on major business decisions.
• Ensure the Company's financial stability and help the leadership team quantify the impact of strategic and operating plans.
• Be a trusted and valued business partner to the executive team.
• Oversee all financial functions including accounting, audits, financial reporting, budgeting, credit, insurance, tax, legal, and treasury.
• Direct all day-to-day corporate accounting functions, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, and cash management.
• Manage and oversee relationships with the Board of Directors and independent auditors.
• Coordinate and lead the annual audit process, consult with external auditors and the Board of Directors; ensure compliance with tax and regulatory agencies.
• Direct preparation of timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, statements of cash flows, and management reports.
• Develop, analyze, and present financial reports to the executive team and provide accurate forecasting of the financial position of the Company; ensure the Senior Leaders and Board of Directors are apprised of potential financial results.
• Direct short-term and long-range planning and budget development to support strategic business goals; work with President & CEO and COO to help determine resource allocation among departments; direct preparation of operating plans, budgets, and forecasts.
• Assist the President & CEO and COO in identifying, evaluating (due diligence), and integrating acquisitions into the Company portfolio.
• Identify and implement new best-in-class financial software & systems to manage the Company's growth. Identify financial modeling tools and develop multi-year financial models to assess the long-term projections for the Company.
• Responsible globally for tax planning and compliance with all federal, state, and local corporate, payroll, and other applicable taxes.
• Oversee risk management activities and insurance requirements.
• Oversee financial and legal review of customer, vendor, and other contracts and agreements.

Requirements

• An MBA or MS/MA in Accounting, Finance, or another related field; CPA is required.
• A minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in corporate finance and finance leadership with expertise in building and implementing strategic financial plans, track records of audits management, and global experience are required.
• Ability to analyze complex financial data and create meaningful strategic direction to improve profitability, solve business problems, and create processes to support the strategic plan.
• Strong operational accounting and financial reporting skills; proficient in forecasting and financial modeling including the development of pricing; demonstrated experience with sound business decisions and implementation.
• Strong leadership skills including the ability to work at a granular level as both a 'player and a coach.'
• Strong accounting and reporting skills, with a thorough understanding of GAAP accounting and financial metrics.
• A collaborative work style with strong supervisory and people management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; must possess a style that fosters teamwork and demonstrates comfort working in an environment where others' ideas are respectfully challenged to arrive at a better outcome.
• Excellent management skills: the ability to recruit, train, and grow a team that includes Company employees and external service providers; excellent collaboration skills; someone who inspires trust and excellence.
• Confidence, humility, and good judgment; must be capable of acting as a trusted partner and advisor to the executive team.
• Customer service mentality; effective listener, responsive, and proactive.
• Ability to embrace CIEE's Core Values (Excellence, Integrity, Respect, Inclusion, and Problem Solving) and culture.

Nice-to-haves

• NetSuite and Adaptive planning experience would be beneficial.
• Experience in the education sector is a strong plus.

Benefits

• Paid time off and Parental leave
• Gym Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Short-term & Long-term Disability
• Six floating Fridays (based on our eligibility rules)
• CIEE Study Abroad and TEFL Program discounts
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer contribution
• Insurance Coverage (life, travel, medical, dental, and vision)
• Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts (medical and dependent)
• Voluntary Benefits (identity theft protection, pet insurance, accident, and critical illness)