Full-Time

Chief Financial Officer

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GHJ

GHJ

1,001-5,000 employees

Accounting and advisory services for nonprofits

Consulting
Social Impact

Compensation Overview

$185k - $285kAnnually

Expert

Los Angeles, CA, USA

Position requires onsite presence in Los Angeles.

Category
Corporate Finance
Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)
Finance & Banking
Required Skills
Financial analysis
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • Master of Business Administration (MBA) in finance, accounting, or a related field.
  • CPA designation preferred.
  • Minimum of ten years of experience in Accounting, Financial Management, or a related field.
  • Demonstrated experience in a similar role with increasing progression and responsibility in a senior managerial capacity, overseeing organizational budgets over $250M.
  • Ability to articulate financial strategies and performance metrics.
  • Non-profit experience with knowledge of public and private funding streams is a plus.
  • Strong accounting and managerial skills.
  • Strong computer skills, including Excel and Word; proficient in all other Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, etc.).
  • Effective decision-making and problem-solving skills.
  • Leadership skills and ability to delegate, motivate, and inspire team members.
  • Excellent verbal, analytical, organization, and written skills.
  • Directs the creation of dashboards and other key metrics that display the program's financial health.
  • Ability to maintain cooperative, collaborative, and diplomatic working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, and the public; work as part of a team and collaborate with colleagues.
  • Complete projects under tight deadlines even when competing requirements and assignment changes exist.
Responsibilities
  • The CFO is responsible for all segments of the accounting functions for MAOF.
  • Responsible for accounting controls, budget, and financial reporting to satisfy informational requirements for the President/Chief Executive Officer, Board of Directors, agency management, and funding agencies.
  • Participates in upper-level management activities, meetings, and planning sessions.
  • Leads the agency-wide financial operations while contributing as a member of the executive team to project an image of cohesion and transparency throughout the organization.
  • Maintains an emphasis on internal controls and timely, accurate financial information and analysis as part of an ongoing effort to enhance organizational processes to improve effectiveness and efficiency.
  • Supervise and develop Fiscal Services staff.
  • Oversee all segments of the general accounting function, including the maintenance of general and subsidiary ledgers of the Agency, preparation of operating and financial statements, reconciliation of accounts, fixed asset control and depreciation, and accrual to meet anticipated liabilities.
  • Responsible for maintaining accurate records of all financial activities within the agency.
  • Responsible for developing methods and procedures for the preparation of overall Agency and departmental budgets.
  • Responsible for executing financial strategy.
  • Develop plan(s) for growth and reduce expenditures.
  • Assist individual department heads in preparing and maintaining departmental operational budgets, consolidating these budgets, and reviewing actual performance against budgeted performance.
  • Prepare reports for the President & Chief Executive Officer explaining budget deviations and financial performance.
  • Work well with and be responsive to the needs of internal and external constituencies, including the Board of Directors, committees, funding sources, consultants, funders, and Agency Program Directors.
  • Responsible for leading change initiatives, implementing new financial systems, or restructuring processes to improve department efficiency.
  • Assist the President & CEO in developing financial plans.
  • Responsible for the computation and timely payment of all taxes and leasehold and contractual obligations.
  • Responsible for all segments of the cost accounting functions.
  • Prepare, generate, analyze, and present financial reports for all Agency departments, programs, and projects as required by funding terms and conditions.
  • Negotiate bank loans, lines of credit, and other essential financial agreements on behalf of the Agency, as required for cash flow.
  • Prepare for annual and other fiscal audits. Act as liaison with auditors to provide them with materials necessary to complete Agency audits. Prepare documents, reports, worksheets, etc., as required.
  • Prepare and maintain a financial recovery plan for the Agency.

GHJ provides accounting and advisory services tailored to nonprofit organizations, food and beverage companies, entertainment and media businesses, and health and wellness sectors. The firm focuses on building strong relationships with clients, offering personalized service to help them grow and succeed. GHJ's services include audit, tax, and advisory support, enhanced by its affiliation with HLB International, which connects them with a global network of accounting firms in over 158 countries. This allows GHJ to offer clients access to a wide range of resources and expertise. Unlike many competitors, GHJ emphasizes a collaborative approach and has received multiple awards for its workplace culture, aiming to create a positive environment for both clients and employees. The company's goal is to empower clients and its team members to achieve more and contribute to a better future.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Los Angeles, California

Founded

1953

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What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for ESG reporting creates new service opportunities.
  • Remote work trend boosts demand for virtual CFO services.
  • AI integration enhances efficiency and value-added services.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging boutique firms in Los Angeles increase competition.
  • AI-driven software reduces demand for traditional accounting services.
  • Nonprofit tax regulation changes require rapid adaptation.

What makes GHJ unique

  • GHJ specializes in nonprofit, entertainment, and health and wellness sectors.
  • Affiliation with HLB International provides global reach and resources.
  • Recognized as a top-20 largest accounting firm in Los Angeles.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Performance Bonus

Professional Development Budget