Chief Financial Officer

Chief Financial Officer

Oneonta, New York

About Us:

Opportunities for Otsego is one of 1,000 Community Action Agencies across the nation that are actively fighting the “War on Poverty” based on President Lyndon B Johnsons ideal. Since 1966, Opportunities for Otsego has focused its attention on specific problems affecting the greater Otsego County community, mobilized resources, and developed solutions to unlock opportunities for low-income individuals and disenfranchised families.

Opportunities for Otsego is seeking a highly qualified financial professional to lead our fiscal team. The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) must be able to adapt to a continually evolving environment and thrive in an autonomous and deadline-oriented workplace.

Salary Range: $90,000 – $99,000 annually

Pay Range Guide:

Standard Start Rate – education and experience meet job requirements

Advanced Start Rate – education and experience exceed job requirements (subject to approval)

Benefits available to our Chief Financial Officer (CFO):

Health, dental, vision, and other optional benefits

Generous holiday schedule

Paid vacation and sick time

Employer Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions on eligible plans

403(b) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Local, state, and national training and certification opportunities

Eligibility for our Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program (more information available via our website)

Most Important Responsibilities of the Chief Financial Officer:

Ensuring timely and accurate completion of payroll and related processes

Overseeing all compliance and recognition for government (federal and state) contracts and private grants

Overseeing cash flow planning, cash investments and asset management, financing strategies and activities, banking relationships

Coordinating the development and monitoring of budgets

Coordinating audits and proper filing of tax returns

Requirements of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO):

Must possess a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Fiscal Management or related field

A Certified Public Accountant is preferred

A minimum of three years experience in fund accounting, preferably non-profit accounting

Understanding of generally accepted accounting principles for non-profit agencies, knowledge of OMB Uniform Grants Guidance, and other applicable regulations

Strong technological skills with experience in financial and human resource management software

Relevant supervisory and management experience

A valid, unrestricted New York State drivers license