Chief Financial Officer

Interested in a meaningful career opportunity, to serve with purpose and make a difference?   Jannus, Inc. is a fifty-year-old nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization with a history of successfully helping individuals, families and communities in transition – from infancy to healthy childhood, from illness to health, from refugee to working citizens, and from isolation to community.  

Our employees are our greatest asset! Maintaining a positive work/life balance is one way we recognize and encourage our staff to take care of themselves while serving others. 

An unwavering commitment to building a welcoming and supportive organization where everyone is valued and heard. We embrace and celebrate our staff, partners, volunteers and the communities we serve as reflected in our dedication to furthering our values through our policies, programs and all that we do.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is an integral member of the Jannus’ Operations Team which includes the CEO, Human Resources Director, Systems Administrator, Office Manager, CPO, and Grants Manager. The operations team provides strategic and operational support for Jannus. In addition, the position will foster cultural leadership emphasizing team building, motivation, support, cross training and professional development for the Fiscal department.  Impeccable service, partnership, collaboration, effective communication and relationship building are paramount. Technical responsibilities include oversight and/or direct responsibility for accounting, finance, banking, investing/cash management, budgeting, financial reporting, risk management/insurance, contracting, cost allocations and implementation and maintenance of solid accounting policies and procedures.  While this is a full-time (40 hours per week) position it is understood that accounting functions and deadlines are cyclical and will require adaptability and flexibility in scheduling.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Proactively provide financial and operational analysis, recommendations, input, problem solving and support to the Leadership Team, Board of Directors and program directors in the strategic decision-making process regarding financial implications of business activities and long-term sustainability of the organization.
• Evaluate the financial and business capacity implications and assess organizational and program risks of new and expanding business and service offerings and expanding existing or implementing new revenue streams.
• Continuously improve the company’s financial processes and systems to gain efficiency, with an emphasis on automating systems.
• Oversee and support all financial related activities including accounting, finance, budgeting, banking, investing/cash management, internal and external financial reporting, and cost allocations.
• Completion of annual audits and tax returns.
• Lead the Finance Committee and provide all financial related reporting, information and support to the CEO and Board of Directors to ensure they fulfill their fiduciary responsibilities of a nonprofit.
• Provide risk analysis and assessment of potential and emerging issues with significant financial consequences and ensure mitigation plans are in place to address risks.
• Managing the organization’s portfolio of business insurance policies.
• Maintain, ensure, and create consistent application of current financial policies and procedures across the organization to meet applicable laws, regulations, and generally accepted accounting principles.
• Oversee compliance requirements of both public and private funding sources and financial institutions.
• Manage cash flows for operations and ensure appropriate accounting and allocation of investment funds, including endowment.
• Oversee and provide project management of SOC 2 audit and other cyber security needs and audits.
• Lead, supervise and support up to 3-4 direct reports, including recruiting, training/professional development, performance management and support their continuous growth through delegation, cross training and new opportunities.
• Build and maintain professional internal and external relationships.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Successful proven experience as a CFO, Finance Director or related strategic leadership role or demonstrated experience with increasing responsibilities in a complex cost accounting or public accounting role. Public accounting experience preferred;
• Alignment with the Jannus mission ;
• Strong analytic skills and ability to effectively communicate results to inform business decisions;
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain strong, effective working relationships with a customer service focus and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders and audiences internally and externally;
• Proven ability to fully understand, interpret and present financial information to audiences with varying understanding of financial information;
• Successful experience supervising, motivating, leading and supporting the professional development of a high performing team;
• Experience building on a strong infrastructure, honoring history, with a focus on continuous improvement, ability to identify system changes and participate in implementation resulting in a more efficient, comprehensive accounting system;
• Experience thriving in a complex and ever-changing business environment;
• Experience and in-depth understanding in the practical application of the Code of Federal Regulations preferred;
• A demonstrated history and desire for continuous learning and personal development and growth;
• Demonstrated experience monitoring, interpreting and applying complex, compliance heavy, rules and regulations in an equally complex business;
• Experience with accounting and reporting for publicly funded (federal, state, municipal) grants and contracts, as well as public donations and other diverse revenue streams is a plus;
• High level of integrity and dependability, results oriented with a strong sense of urgency;
• Frequently seeks out feedback and learns from it;
• Complete a criminal history background check and credit check post-offer;
• Able to provide proof of State required auto liability insurance if travelling for work.

EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related degree and equivalent experience required. 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:   Certified Public Accountant a plus.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Works in a hybrid model of general office environment and remote work (up to 50%). 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Sitting, standing, walking, repeated hand and wrist motions (for computer use) are required. 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of this job.

TO APPLY:

Complete the required Jannus, Inc. Employment Application available at www.jannus.org.  Please note that a cover letter and resume are required, and applications will be considered incomplete without this documentation.  If you need any support completing the application, please reach out to Jannus HR at 208.336.5533.  Applications will be accepted through February 23, 2025.

Jannus, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.