Chief Financial Officer

Jacksonville Area Legal Aid, Inc.

$90K — $120K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7-10 years of experience in finance management, preferably in the nonprofit sector
  • Strong expertise in financial reporting and budgeting processes
  • Demonstrated ability in managing government contracts and private grants
  • Proven track record of developing financial strategies that support organizational missions
  • CPA or equivalent financial qualification preferred
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills for collaboration with executive teams

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement JALA's financial strategy aligned with its mission
  • Manage the accounting unit to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance
  • Oversee budgeting processes to ensure fiscal responsibility across the organization
  • Serve as a fiduciary, maintaining financial integrity alongside the CEO and Board
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local government contract regulations

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model that promotes flexibility
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Generous leave policy, including 13 paid holidays and 22 personal leave days in the first year
  • 401(k) plan with a 100% match on deferrals up to 6%
  • Long-term disability and group life insurance
  • Access to a private discount network through Access Perks
  • One-month sabbatical every four years
Full Job Description
Description

JALA seeks a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead our financial operations in service to our mission.

As a member of the Executive Management Team, the CFO plays a critical role in developing and implementing JALA's overall financial strategy to carry out JALA's mission and advocacy objectives. The CFO manages and oversees the accounting unit, which focuses on JALA's finances, financial reporting, budgeting, fiscal policies, and fiscal compliance. The CFO is a fiduciary of the organization in conjunction with the President & CEO, the Executive Management team, and the Board of Directors. The CFO oversees financial compliance for government (federal, state, and local government) contracts and private grants.

Salary commensurate with experience. Benefits package include, but are not limited to, hybrid work model, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability insurance, group life insurance, 401(k) (match 100% of deferrals up to 6% of compensation), generous leave policy (13 paid holidays plus 22 personal leave days in first year, one-month sabbatical every four years), and membership in Access Perks, a private discount network.

To apply, submit a resume, a cover letter that thoughtfully addresses your alignment with the position, a minimum of two professional references, and salary requirements.

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