Chief Financial Officer (New York)

ORT America is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer to join its national organization, based in New York City. As an integral member of ORT America’s management team, the Chief Financial Officer will oversee all financial operations and decisions within the organization and work closely with the Chief Executive Officer on all financial matters. The Chief Financial Officer must have an in-depth knowledge of not-for-profit accounting along with management experience of investment portfolios and cash flow.

Responsibilities:

• Manage total accounting function for all books and records
• Prepare annual budget and reforecast
• Train and support staff to understand financial reports and information
• Analyze financial and other data
• Develop plans to address areas of opportunity within the Organization’s financial health and financial processes
• Provide strategic vision, planning and oversight of ORT America’s financial outlook
• Manage finance department personnel and ensure a productive work environment within the finance and accounting function
• Participate in weekly leadership meetings to discuss direction of the Organization
• Work closely with ORT America’s board to manage the preparation and analysis of financial reports on a monthly and as needed basis
• Manage organizational cash flow forecasting
• Work with external auditors to prepare and review audit schedules and annual report of audit findings.
• Monitor investment and cash management accounts and work to maximize return on investments and resources while operating within government regulations
• Lead organizational planning and development of operating and fund account budgets, and control expenditures against budget
• Ensure the maintenance of financial records and recordkeeping systems, including fund, to ensure compliance with all regulations, generally accepted accounting practices and gift requirements
• Manage and staff financial committees such as Finance Committee, Audit Committee, and Investment Committee
• Maintain as Plan Administrator Employee Retirement Plans for both former employees and current employees
• Structure benefit packages that are both cost effective and suitable to employees in conjunction with Human Resources department

Requirements:

• 10 years experience in a managerial position in the financial area of an organization
• Interest in organization’s mission
• Ability to manage staff
• Experience working with international organizations/partners
• Team-oriented approach and positive attitude
• Strong people skills

This position is based in New York City and requires a minimum of three days a week in the office. Competitive salary and benefits, commensurate with experience.