[Remote] Bend the Arc - Chief Financial Officer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Bend the Arc is building a multiracial, multiethnic movement of Jews and allies to create an American future free from white supremacy and racism. The Chief Financial Officer will oversee finance, compliance, budgeting, and administrative management, ensuring the organization meets its strategic goals and objectives while leading the finance team.ResponsibilitiesEnsure that Bend the Arc has the financial and operational systems and staff to achieve its strategic goals and objectivesProvide analytical support to the organizations’ management including development of internal reporting capabilitiesCollaborate closely with the CEO and the senior management team to help guide the overall management of the organizationCollaborate closely with the Chief Development Officer to ensure coordinated systems and processes and aligned financial planning between finance and developmentGuide strategic financial planning, and ensure the organizations have efficient and effective financial systems that support their missions. Advise the CEO and other key members of senior management on financial planning, budgeting, cash flow, growth priorities, and policy mattersEnsure transparent reporting that informs decision-making in a strategic way. Oversee the bookkeeping team and operations team in the preparation of financial reports for internal stakeholders, board members, and grantors as requiredProvide financial analysis and insights to support informed decision-making by leadershipEnsure all financial systems between the entities are managed in line with legal obligations and accounting and reporting best practicesSupervise and lead the finance team, as well as consultants including outsourced accounting support, auditors, compliance and charity filing firms, and organizational legal supportServe as the management liaison to the boards and finance and audit committees; and effectively communicate and present critical financial matters at select meetings of the boards of directors and board committeesLead the preparation and monitoring of the annual budget in collaboration with the bookkeeping, operations and development teams, CEO, and senior staff. Provide financial management and oversight for the budget. Ensure timely delivery of transparent and informative monthly budget reportsMonitor inter-organizational contracts, resource sharing agreements and cash flow between entities while ensuring appropriate compliance systemsEnsure that the organizations maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including accounts payable and accounts receivableEnsure best practices in recording and categorizing all expenses, including proper documentation and adherence to budget guidelines. Be accountable for efficient systems to manage and process new vendors and organization-wide purchasingOptimize banking relationships to ensure smooth financial operations and to protect the assets of the organizationsBe accountable for implementing best practices on financial controls systems at all levels of the organizationsSupervise the preparation of external financial audits, and liaise with the boards of directors and the audit committees on audit planning, review and approvalEnsure bottom-line financial and multi-entity compliance at Bend the Arc, and ensure that the organizations meet all regulatory and reporting requirementsCoordinate with the bookkeeping, legal, and operations teams to ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations, tax requirements, and reporting obligations for political and nonprofit organizations, including campaign finance reports as neededSupport managers in the training and implementing of compliance procedures and requirements with their direct reportsEnsure that Bend the Arc programs have the operational and logistical support they need to be successfulEnsure Bend the Arc budget managers have up-to-date budget to actuals and internal reporting mechanisms to accurately track and plan their budgetsLead our fiscal sponsorship program to ensure maintenance of existing relationships and sustainable growth of this revenue streamEnsure consistent and efficient management of contracts across the organizationCreate new operational systems as required, and lead with innovation to meet the organization’s changing needsSkills10 years of relevant experience (or combination of education and experience) in financial and compliance leadership roles at multi-entity organizations (501(c)(3), 501(c)(4) and PAC), CPA preferredExperience managing a team, supporting growth and development of direct reports through clear communication of expectations, frequent, timely and actionable feedback and building of trusting relationships grounded in an understanding of powerCapacity to hold, organize, and synthesize large amounts of information at a complex organization with multiple streams of work happening simultaneouslyAbility to maintain confidentiality of sensitive informationStrong project management and administrative skills with the ability to create and improve systems and processesMotivation and organization to accomplish tasks and complete projects, working both independently and collaboratively in a group setting (within and across teams)Demonstrates a strong commitment to justice and equity and grounding in pro-Black values and practices; familiarity and alignment with Bend the Arc's mission and visionDeveloped racial equity praxis (analysis and skill) that can be applied to day to day workResilience and self-awareness to navigate power, responsibility and experience mindfullyValues and is open to giving and receiving feedbackCommunicates effectively, honestly, and consideratelyWorks collaboratively and considerately with colleagues, within and across teams, to achieve goals and objectivesCompletes administrative responsibilities in a timely mannerBenefitsMedical, dental and vision benefits effective your first day (100% of employee coverage paid by employer, 80% of dependent/family; option for reimbursement up to $500/month for individual coverage on an external plan)Flexible scheduling policy and generous paid time off for full-time employees including 20 Vacation days, 24 Sick and Safe days, 2 Floating Holidays, 32 office closures, 14 paid weeks for Parental Leave, 12 paid weeks for Family, Medical and Emergency Leave, and 12 paid weeks for Sabbatical after 7 years of employmentMonthly utilities stipend: $50 per month towards wifi, cell phone, electricityFunding for professional development and home office equipment401(k) eligibility on first day; 2% employer contributionFlexible Spending Accounts (for health and child/senior care expenses)Life Insurance, Long Term and Short Term Disability InsuranceVoluntary Accident and Injury InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program provides access to resources, counseling, and discounted programs to support your mental, physical, and financial wellbeingCommuter Benefits: option to allocate pre-tax income for public transit/parkingAny work related travel would be paid for by Bend the ArcCompany OverviewWe build teams, so you can build movements. How do we do it? In three words: relationships and speed. It was founded in 2018, and is headquartered in Boston, MA, US, with a workforce of 11-50 employees. Its website is https://www.nrgconsulting.group/.