CFO/Controller

About the Organization  

Located in one of Michigan’s most beautiful four-season towns, Goodwill Northern Michigan is one of Northern Lower Michigan’s largest nonprofit employers. Thanks to proceeds from our thrift stores and community support, we run programs that bring food to neighbors and help people find home. With 250 employees, an engaged board, an amazing staff, and important community programs with critical missions, we are working to support regional food and housing security, and ensure that everyone in our community can thrive. 

Candidate Profile 

The CFO/Controller is a forward-thinking and skilled business leader and systems thinker who provides thoughtful and careful financial management and enjoys leading teams through change. The ideal candidate will develop capacity and work collaboratively to find creative solutions to deliver results. Reporting to the Executive Director, the CFO/Controller is also responsible for leading the Finance & Accounting team. 

Key Responsibilities  

• Supports the mission and vision of Goodwill Northern Michigan. 

• Supports the diversity and differences of others including, but not limited to, those with cultural, ethnic, and gender differences, individuals experiencing homelessness, and persons with visible and non-visible disabilities.  

• Works closely with the CEO, senior leadership, and the Board of Directors to implement financial strategies across the organization. 

• Directs the adequacy and maintenance of the company's system of accounts. Evaluates and develops internal controls and ensures that controls remain effective as organization’s needs change, making recommendations and/or adjustments when needed, and communicating issues as they arise.

• Develops and maintains accounting policies, procedures, standards and internal controls and ensures uniform accounting practices, adequate internal controls and compliance with order or regulations issued by licensing agents and appropriate government agencies.

• Ensures accurate reporting, statements, and audits of financial, accounting, and statistical records in compliance with DOL, ERISA, and GAAP.

• Leads the organization through the annual operating budget process and coordinates with senior leadership to integrate with long-term budgetary planning and cost management in alignment with strategic plan.

• Evaluates, recommends, and provides information for insurance coverage for protection against property losses and potential liabilities.   

• Oversees finance team and daily and month end operations of GL, AP, AR, and payroll.

Requirements 

• BA/BS degree in Accounting, Finance, or related major required. CPA preferred. 

• 5+ years experience in business or nonprofit leadership accounting/finance role.

• 5+ years experience managing finance and accounting staff required.

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills. 

• Strong financial and business acumen. 

• Strategic thinker with strong project management skills.  

• Experience with assessing and/or implementing new financial management software systems preferred.

Compensation

Compensation for this position is competitive for similar positions in the region. Goodwill Northern Michigan offers benefits that include a retirement plan with match, group health plan, dental, vision, life insurance, and paid time off. 

To Apply

Submit resume and cover letter via email at financeapplication@goodwillnmi.org or online. Applications will be accepted until April 30, 2021. All correspondence will be considered confidential. Direct any questions to Director of Human Resources and Workforce Development Allison Cavanaugh.

Goodwill Northern Michigan is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Goodwill Northern Michigan makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.