Heritage Christian Services
Senior Vice President of Finance
Heritage Christian Services, Rochester, New York, United States
Overview
Senior Vice President of Finance (SVPF/CFO) opportunity at Heritage Christian Services (HCS). Located in Rochester, NY, United States. This role oversees all finance-related areas, leads the agency's finance team, and serves as a strategic partner to the CEO and senior leadership. The SVPF/CFO provides guidance on financial decisions, stewardship, and growth in alignment with GAAP and applicable laws. The position supports the mission, vision, and values of Heritage Christian Services, Inc., with a focus on diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice (DEIB).
Job Responsibility THE OPPORTUNITY
EDI is partnering with Heritage Christian Services (HCS) in search of its SVPF/CFO. The incumbent will be a strategic leader responsible for finance operations and will lead the agency’s finance team into a future of growth and inclusive culture. The SVPF/CFO is a strategic partner on the senior leadership team, providing guidance, support, and consultation in financial decisions and stewardship. The role reports to the CEO and oversees all agency finances in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and applicable laws. The position supports the mission, vision, and values of Heritage Christian Services, Inc.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:
Is a results-oriented leader with a track record of success in financial leadership roles.
Is a strategic thought partner to the leadership team with the ability to recruit, develop, and motivate a diverse and high-performing team.
Possesses the ability to navigate competing priorities and be solution-focused.
Is a dynamic leader of people with servant leadership qualities.
Excels in communication and collaboration with other departments.
Exhibits a solid understanding of accounting principles, financial analysis and reporting, facilities management, and data-driven decision-making.
Clearly demonstrates commitment to DEIB in current and/or previous role(s).
Pay for this position:
$192,090 - $256,064 / year. The salary will be set based on factors including departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, and training. The above range is Heritage Christian Services’ good-faith and reasonable estimate at the time of posting.
Responsibilities BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
Plan, develop, implement, direct, and evaluate the organization’s fiscal function and performance.
Serve as a strategic partner in the development of organizational plans and programs; assess and evaluate financial performance against long-term goals, budgets, and forecasts.
Ensure timely and accurate close of monthly financials, analyze budgets, financial reports, and trends to assist the President and CEO, the Board, and other senior leaders.
Evaluate the finance department structure and plan for continual improvement; provide professional development opportunities for team members.
Improve budgeting and Financial Planning and Analysis processes through education of financial managers and department managers.
Maintain effective internal controls and GAAP compliance, along with applicable regulatory laws for financial and tax reporting.
Oversee risk management, including corporate compliance.
Partner with IT and analytics to implement systems that provide critical financial and operational information.
Develop and review financial policies to improve organizational effectiveness.
Prepare materials and preside over Finance and Audit Committee meetings with the Board of Directors in coordination with the Board Treasurer.
Collaborate with the Board Treasurer and serve as the Board’s liaison with the Independent Auditor.
Safeguard assets and maximize cash management and investments.
Manage cash flow planning and ensure availability of funds.
Represent the organization to banks, financial partners, institutions, public auditors, and other officials.
Serve as trustee on retirement plan monitoring, administration, and investment.
Enhance supplier diversity through procurement services.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Provide oversight and support, supervise the Corporate Controller and ensure custody of all assets.
Supervise facilities, accounting, finance, payroll, and benefits functions.
Qualifications
Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; MBA and/or CPA preferred.
7-10 years of progressive financial management experience.
Ability to communicate financial information clearly and succinctly.
Outstanding communication and presentation skills.
Demonstrated leadership ability, confidence, and executive presence.
Excellent analytical, reasoning, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency with finance-related software systems.
Ability to interpret financial data to drive business decisions.
Procedure for Candacy PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY:
EDI is assisting Heritage Christian Services in this search. Applications should include a DEI statement, a CV or resume, and a cover letter addressing the themes in this profile. For fullest consideration, materials should be received by March 19, 2024. Applications should be submitted via EDI’s website. Inquiries can be directed to EDI’s Senior Consultants Mohammed Ahamed, Illana Lane, and Marylyn Scott at
HCS_SVPF@ediesc.com .
Heritage Christian Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity program provider and employer, and complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Learn more about Title VI here.
Our Commitment to Equity and Justice
We believe that people are entitled to dignity, respect, equity and justice. We champion a society that removes barriers. We reject racism and discrimination of any kind. We protest systemic and political inequities that marginalize people, recognizing that there is a history of structural racism in the United States. We will continue to learn and change to achieve justice. We know that strength comes from unity.
Keywords: Closed Date:
2025-10-24
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Job Responsibility THE OPPORTUNITY
EDI is partnering with Heritage Christian Services (HCS) in search of its SVPF/CFO. The incumbent will be a strategic leader responsible for finance operations and will lead the agency’s finance team into a future of growth and inclusive culture. The SVPF/CFO is a strategic partner on the senior leadership team, providing guidance, support, and consultation in financial decisions and stewardship. The role reports to the CEO and oversees all agency finances in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and applicable laws. The position supports the mission, vision, and values of Heritage Christian Services, Inc.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:
Is a results-oriented leader with a track record of success in financial leadership roles.
Is a strategic thought partner to the leadership team with the ability to recruit, develop, and motivate a diverse and high-performing team.
Possesses the ability to navigate competing priorities and be solution-focused.
Is a dynamic leader of people with servant leadership qualities.
Excels in communication and collaboration with other departments.
Exhibits a solid understanding of accounting principles, financial analysis and reporting, facilities management, and data-driven decision-making.
Clearly demonstrates commitment to DEIB in current and/or previous role(s).
Pay for this position:
$192,090 - $256,064 / year. The salary will be set based on factors including departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, and training. The above range is Heritage Christian Services’ good-faith and reasonable estimate at the time of posting.
Responsibilities BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
Plan, develop, implement, direct, and evaluate the organization’s fiscal function and performance.
Serve as a strategic partner in the development of organizational plans and programs; assess and evaluate financial performance against long-term goals, budgets, and forecasts.
Ensure timely and accurate close of monthly financials, analyze budgets, financial reports, and trends to assist the President and CEO, the Board, and other senior leaders.
Evaluate the finance department structure and plan for continual improvement; provide professional development opportunities for team members.
Improve budgeting and Financial Planning and Analysis processes through education of financial managers and department managers.
Maintain effective internal controls and GAAP compliance, along with applicable regulatory laws for financial and tax reporting.
Oversee risk management, including corporate compliance.
Partner with IT and analytics to implement systems that provide critical financial and operational information.
Develop and review financial policies to improve organizational effectiveness.
Prepare materials and preside over Finance and Audit Committee meetings with the Board of Directors in coordination with the Board Treasurer.
Collaborate with the Board Treasurer and serve as the Board’s liaison with the Independent Auditor.
Safeguard assets and maximize cash management and investments.
Manage cash flow planning and ensure availability of funds.
Represent the organization to banks, financial partners, institutions, public auditors, and other officials.
Serve as trustee on retirement plan monitoring, administration, and investment.
Enhance supplier diversity through procurement services.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Provide oversight and support, supervise the Corporate Controller and ensure custody of all assets.
Supervise facilities, accounting, finance, payroll, and benefits functions.
Qualifications
Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; MBA and/or CPA preferred.
7-10 years of progressive financial management experience.
Ability to communicate financial information clearly and succinctly.
Outstanding communication and presentation skills.
Demonstrated leadership ability, confidence, and executive presence.
Excellent analytical, reasoning, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency with finance-related software systems.
Ability to interpret financial data to drive business decisions.
Procedure for Candacy PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY:
EDI is assisting Heritage Christian Services in this search. Applications should include a DEI statement, a CV or resume, and a cover letter addressing the themes in this profile. For fullest consideration, materials should be received by March 19, 2024. Applications should be submitted via EDI’s website. Inquiries can be directed to EDI’s Senior Consultants Mohammed Ahamed, Illana Lane, and Marylyn Scott at
HCS_SVPF@ediesc.com .
Heritage Christian Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity program provider and employer, and complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Learn more about Title VI here.
Our Commitment to Equity and Justice
We believe that people are entitled to dignity, respect, equity and justice. We champion a society that removes barriers. We reject racism and discrimination of any kind. We protest systemic and political inequities that marginalize people, recognizing that there is a history of structural racism in the United States. We will continue to learn and change to achieve justice. We know that strength comes from unity.
Keywords: Closed Date:
2025-10-24
#J-18808-Ljbffr