Chief Financial Officer

The CFO is responsible for all financial matters for the YMCA of Greater Long Beach association. Serves as a member of the CEO's senior executive team, providing strategic leadership in association finances to advance the Y's mission. The CFO provides staff leadership to the following committees: Finance Committee, Audit Committee, and the Investment Committee. Must be able to adapt to a continually evolving environment and thrive in an autonomous and deadline-oriented workplace while managing a finance staff of five and IT staff of two. Supports a decentralized association structure, in service to branches operations.

Qualifications:

Education & Certifications:

Bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting or equivalent; MBA, CPA or CMA or equivalent preferred. YMCA Organizational Leader certificate required within three years from date of hire.

Experience & Background:

Ten or more years of progressive experience in accounting and financial management. Knowledge and understanding of general business matters required including budget development, financial reporting, cash management, banking and debt financing instruments. Foundation and government grant accounting expertise. Knowledge of computer systems, including experience with system selection, new system implementation and project management. Experience with investment management and asset allocation preferred. Experience in effectively managing an accounting staff team. Previous experience with voluntary/nonprofit organizations preferred. Ability to relate and communicate with top community leaders and lead volunteer committees.