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Position Description:
Chief Financial and Administrative Officer (CFAO)
The Trenton Area Soup
Kitchen (TASK) was founded in 1982 to feed those who are hungry in the Trenton
area and offer programs to encourage self-sufficiency and improve their quality
of life. In the 40 years since then, TASK has expanded to offer a wide range of
supportive programs and serve over 8,000 meals each week at its Escher Street
location and through its network of partner organizations. As a result, TASK has
become a trusted leader in addressing hunger and poverty across the Trenton
region. With an annual budget of $6 million, a dedicated staff of 40, and
countless volunteers, TASK is a dynamic organization providing essential
services to our neighbors in need.
The growth of TASK has
created an opportunity for a senior professional to join the organization as
its first Chief Financial and Administrative Officer (CFAO). This is an
exciting opportunity for a mission-driven professional to be part of an
outstanding team that is changing lives.
Summary
The CFAO will be a key
strategic partner and advisor to the CEO, guiding the organization’s financial
and administrative strategies and systems. TASK seeks a leader for this
position who can promote best practices in non-profit fiscal management while
upholding the highest standards of integrity and fiduciary responsibility.
The CFAO will be
responsible for TASK’s financial strategy, controls, and accounting, and will
oversee the organization’s technology, infrastructure, and human resources. The
CFAO oversees all compliance and risk management, including those related to
public and private contracts and grants, and safeguards the assets of TASK. The
CFAO will also collaborate and engage with other members of TASK’s senior
leadership to address strategic initiatives and advise the Executive Director
on key financial and administrative issues affecting the organization. The CFAO
will support the organization’s growth with effective change management
approaches and identification and implementation of new financial and
organizational initiatives to support organizational capacity building and programmatic
expansion.
Key Responsibilities
·
Plan, organize, implement,
direct, and evaluate the organization's fiscal and
administrative performance.
·
Provide timely analyses of
budgets, financial reports, and financial trends to assist the Executive
Director and other senior executives in performing their responsibilities.
·
Provide support for the
Board of Trustees and its committees and subcommittees on all financial,
administrative and HR-related matters by preparing and presenting reports and
requested information.
·
Coordinate all external audit
and compliance activities.
·
Serve as a business
partner to the Executive Director on the organization’s financial, budgeting,
and administrative processes – including HR, payroll, and benefits functions.
·
Foster a working
environment that values innovation, outcomes, collegiality, and respect.
Education and Experience
The ideal candidate for
this position will have a minimum of five years of experience managing the
finance and administration of a high growth mission-driven organization. Strong
fiscal management, leadership, and communications abilities are vital. The qualities
of integrity, ethics, and strong character are essential. Appropriate
educational credentials are required that demonstrate the knowledge and competencies
needed for this position. A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and
inclusion is required.
Compensation:
Salary range: $110,000 -
$130,000
Generous benefit package
including medical and dental, vision, life and accident insurances; vacation,
sick and personal leave; and employee assistance program.
Schedule:
- Hybrid in-person/remote position,
38 hours per week Monday through Friday.
- Attendance may be required at
special events, including occasional weeknights, holidays or weekends.
TASK is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.
If you have these
qualifications and are interested in exploring this exciting leadership role with
TASK, please email your resume and cover letter to paulat@trentonsoupkitchen.org.