Council on Aging - Southern California · 4 days ago
Chief Financial Officer
Council on Aging - Southern California is a nonprofit organization serving over 100,000 older adults each year across a five-county region. They are seeking a Chief Financial Officer to oversee finance, HR, IT, and office operations while providing strategic leadership and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
Responsibilities
Oversee all financial functions: accounting, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, audit prep, and cash flow
Ensure compliance with GAAP, FASB, and all grant and contract requirements
Guide program directors in financial oversight and planning
Produce regular financial reports for leadership, Board, and funders
Lead budget development in partnership with the CEO and program leaders
Supervise financial audits and regulatory reviews
Advise the CEO and leadership team on operations, budgeting, HR, and IT
Champion a culture of performance, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Manage leadership team performance and development goals in areas under the CFO’s oversight
Oversee day-to-day operations for county contracts, HR, and IT systems
Lead or support contract negotiations, compliance monitoring, and RFP responses
Ensure timely, accurate reporting to government agencies and partners
Oversee real estate leases and relationships with property managers
Manage outsourced IT provider and chair the IT Steering Committee
Qualification
Required
10+ years of senior nonprofit leadership, including finance, HR, IT, and operations
Bachelors in Accounting required; advanced degree preferred
Strong knowledge of nonprofit accounting standards and internal controls
Experience with California labor law, risk management, insurance, and compliance
High proficiency in QuickBooks, Excel, and fund accounting systems
Proven ability to lead and develop teams in a collaborative environment
Skilled communicator, comfortable presenting to boards and founders
Confident, resourceful, and able to adapt in a fast-moving nonprofit environment
Valid CA driver's license, reliable transportation, and vehicle insurance
Proof of U.S. work eligibility
Ability to pass a Live Scan background check
Must occasionally lift up to 20 lbs. and perform office-based physical tasks
Preferred
advanced degree preferred
Benefits
Medical
401k
11 paid holidays
5 floating holidays
FSA