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Chief Financial Officer

Center for American Progress • Washington DC, DC, US • 1w ago

Job Details

Job Location: Center for American Progress - Washington DC, DC

Position Type: Full-time, regular

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Job Category: Exempt

Description

Reports to: Chief Operating Officer

Staff reporting to this position: Finance team

Department: Administration

Position classification: Exempt, full time; Nonunion - Level 11

Compensation range: $200,000–$230,000 per annum

Work site: On-site (Washington, D.C., office)

Summary

American Progress is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to serve as the senior finance officer of two tax-exempt, mission-driven organizations: the Center for American Progress and the Center for American Progress Action Fund, known together as American Progress. The CFO will serve as a member of the Executive team and a resource and ally across the organization, helping guide and implement the strategic vision and planning of American Progress.

Responsibilities:

Manage financial operations with keen grasp of the budget at all times.
Manage the day-to-day operations of a diverse Finance team, including fostering an environment of collaboration, personal investment, accountability, and knowledge sharing.
Evaluate, optimize, and execute accounting and payroll practices for a complex, multientity operation to help encourage cross-department work.
Deliver accurate and regular reporting to senior leadership, the boards of directors, and key funders.
Optimize and maintain a financial operating environment that manages and mitigates risk across American Progress through proactive and regular assessment and continuous improvement.
Oversee development of project and grant budgets and status reports to grant managers and donors. Develop easy-to-use systems that foster seamless cross-team collaboration on projects.
Oversee financial audits, tax, and other filings, ensuring appropriate accounting treatment.
Monitor investment portfolio performance and ensure adherence to short-term investment policy by working with and reporting to the governing boards regarding investment strategy.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements and qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, or a related field is required. A certified public accountant and related graduate degree are strongly preferred.
Approximately 10 years of experience in a senior financial role. Significant nonprofit grant management experience is strongly preferred.
Experience working with an organization with both a 501(c)(3) and a 501(c)(4) affiliate is a plus.
Demonstrated experience in financial statement preparation and responsibility over financial reporting for an organization with an annual budget larger than $40 million.
Experience with a range of high-end accounting software is desired; proficiency with Microsoft Excel is required.
Familiarity with negotiating and understanding office and equipment leases and purchases.

American Progress offers a full and competitive benefits package. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. This position has a salary range of $200,000–$230,000.