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The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) provides strategic leadership for financial activities, including financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, asset management, and accounting. The CFO plays a crucial role in overseeing and transforming financial processes and operations, working as a strategic leader for Friends of The Underline (FUL) and The Underline Conservancy (TUC). This position requires an agile, yet disciplined leader who can analyze, steward and maximize numerous funding sources and foster collaboration across departments to ensure organizational effectiveness. The CFO will report to the FUL CEO and work with the TUC President & COO in strategic planning and operational excellence, facilitating decision-making that aligns with the overall goals of the organization.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Consults with members of the Executive Leadership Team on policy, financial, and operational matters.
• Provides expertise and leadership in developing and administering annual operating and capital budgets.
• Collaborates with internal stakeholders to execute strategic and financial initiatives.
• Evaluates The Underline’s long and short term financial objectives to develop comprehensive financial plans.
• Cultivates a culture of excellence, engagement, belonging, and accessibility.
• Empowers employees to challenge the status quo and seek innovative alternatives to increase efficiency.
• Directs the finance team in financial planning, budgeting, and fiscal oversight.
• Monitors financial performance and initiates corrective actions as needed.
• Supports grant administration and alternative funding methods.
• Engages with leaders to evaluate existing financial functions and ensure best practices are utilized.
• Identifies opportunities for increased efficiencies and cost reductions across the organization.
• Supports the preparation of financial forecasts and projections for new services and projects.
• Reviews budgets, forecasts, and revenue to address shortfalls or gaps.
• Oversees financial systems and utilizes data from all departments to balance financial needs with available funding sources.
• Empowers employees to manage financial resources effectively and follow process and policy.
• Prepares and presents financial information to the FUL/TUC Board of Directors, and executive leadership team. Serves as the financial representative for The Underline.
• Leads Finance, Audit and Investment Committees, to ensure compliance and fiscal integrity and effective management of financial assets and performance. Works closely with the TUC Treasurer and FUL Treasurer.
• Supervise the external accounting firm to ensure accurate and timely financial management, including the preparation of annual financial audits and Form 990 for FUL and TUC.
• Ensures compliance with local, state and federal guidelines and applicable laws.

Lead Internal Operations team: Oversee strategic planning and KPIs, systems improvements, team training, insurance, office operations, and internal tools and software (e.g., Monday, Dropbox — in coordination with external IT), as well as adherence to administrative deadlines.

• Coordinate with the FUL and TUC Boards to support effective governance.
• Partner with HR on staffing needs, training initiatives, and the development and implementation of internal policies.

SUPERVISION & REPORTING

• Internal Operations Team: CFO, Manager of Internal Operations, Internal Operations Coordinator, Intern.
• Report to: CEO

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in administration, finance, accounting, or a related field; master’s degree preferred or equivalent studies/experience.
• Experience: Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in administration, management, operations, and accounting. Proven experience as a CFO or in a senior financial leadership role.
• Strong leadership and organizational abilities.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Accounting, Auditing, Budgeting, Non-profit and Grants Accounting.
• Skills: Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills; proficient in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with Justworks, ADP or other PEO software applications.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly. English proficiency required, Spanish preferred.
• Personal Attributes: Strategic thinker, detail-oriented, and capable of fostering collaboration among diverse teams.
• Legally Authorized to work in the US.

BENEFITS

• Health insurance
• 401k retirement plan
• Paid holidays
• Flexible scheduling
• Professional development opportunities

LOCATION: Brickell, Miami, FL office with some remote work.