Chief Financial Officer JobID: 249

• Position Type:

  Administration/ Superintendent

• Date Posted:

  7/15/2024

• Location:

  Overcash

     Job description

Organization Profile: Hawthorne Foundation Inc. serves children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities. Our educational, vocational and life skills programs are only a few of the programs available. We also offer parent training, recreational activities and crisis intervention.

Mission: An Applied Behavior Analysis approach to lifelong quality educational, habilitative, vocational and recreational programs for individuals with autism and other intellectual disabilities.

Vision: To foster independence, integration, individualization, and productivity while enhancing the quality of the lives for the people we serve. Our goal is to enable each and every individual to reach his/her maximum potential in the least restrictive environment by selecting and promoting educational practices that are grounded in research and science, in particular applied behavior analysis; and, to assist each individual with identifying and realizing his/her own goals.

Hawthorne Foundation Inc. has implemented a generous SIGN-ON BONUS of $1500 for new full-time employees!

• $750– on completion of 3 months of employment

• $750 -on completion of 6 months of employment

Staff members at Hawthorne are our greatest asset! We are seeking a passionate and experienced Chief Financial Officer who directs all financial-related services for Hawthorne Foundation's IRA group homes, Day Habilitation Program, Hawthorne Country Day School, and the Manhattan Campus, including financial planning and analyzing the company's financial strengths and weaknesses and proposing strategic directions.

The ideal candidate will have the Required experience (if applicable): Five or more years of experience in executive leadership roles, knowledge of OPWDD or NYSED and Medicaid regulations, an understanding of advanced accounting, SSI/SSA Compliance, knowledge of financial IT systems, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulatory entities.

Required license or certification:

Masters of Business Administration and CPA or equivalent.

Minimum 10 years as a nonprofit financial manager/leader.

Knowledge of OPWDD and NYSED financial rate setting, billing and reimbursement and of Medicaid compliance regulations.

Strong experience managing government contracts.

Strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to lead, develop and mentor staff during organizational development and transitions.

Ability to communicate complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.

Strong written and oral communication skills.

Strong experience using technology to improve financial management systems.

Comfortable working directly with Executive Director and Board of Directors.

Knowledge of the health care, social services and education sector and a working knowledge of managed care are highly desirable. Capital campaign experience a plus.

Knowledge of Fund EZ accounting software, MS Excel, ADP, MillinPro desirable.

Accountable to the Executive Director and Board of Directors.

Responsibilities:

Oversees and directs finance, budgeting, audits, tax, accounting.

Ensures the accuracy and completeness of all financial records.

Collaborates with Executive Director on grant and contract management including: RFP support and planning, financial reporting; and oversight of contract compliance administration.

Appraises the Agency’s financial position and issues monthly, quarterly, and annual financial and operating reports to the Executive Director and Board of Directors; other reports on an as needed basis.

In conjunction with the Executive Director, prepares Agency short-term and long-range financial plans and budgets based on broad organization goals and objectives. Presents annual budget to Board of Directors for yearly adoption. Ensures organization compliance with all regulatory tax filing and audit requirements.

Oversees adherence to fiscal policies and procedures (internal controls) in conjunction with the Executive Director, Board of Directors, and outside auditors.

Establishes and monitors capital campaign fund protocols and procedures.

Provides leadership and direction to the finance department and for finance matters in all departments.

Establishes and maintains contact with financial institutions and the investment community.

Establishes and maintains regular contact with OPWDD and NYSED with regard to Agency financial operations.

Advises management on investments and long-range financial plans. Assists the Executive Director in implementing the Agency mission and philosophy applicable to financial service goals.

Strengthens staff association to the Agency’s mission and core values.

Establishes and models a positive, collaborative and respectful workplace environment, with a focus on continuous improvement and professional development.

Collaborates with other senior leaders to develop and implement strategies that support the Agency’s mission and goals.

Generates, evaluates and recommends business partnering and other strategic opportunities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $170,000.00 - $205,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance

• Employee discount

• Flexible spending account

• Health insurance

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Parental leave

• Retirement plan

• Tuition reimbursement

• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person

Ability to Relocate:

• Hawthorne, NY 10532: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person