Chief Financial Administrative Officer

Position Summary

The Chief Financial and Administrative Officer (CFAO) reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and serves as a member of the Executive Leadership Team, providing strategic financial leadership, direction, and oversight to support the organization's fiscal integrity, operational effectiveness, and long-term financial sustainability. The CFAO leads the organization's financial operations, including financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, accounting, reporting, internal controls, and the effective stewardship of organizational resources. The position ensures financial operations and reporting comply with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), applicable regulatory requirements, nonprofit financial standards, and organizational policies.

Serving as the principal financial advisor and strategic partner, the CFAO supports the financial oversight responsibilities by developing and implementing financial strategies, monitoring organizational financial performance, identifying and mitigating financial risks, and providing timely analysis and recommendations to inform executive decision-making. In addition to financial leadership, the CFAO provides executive oversight of the organization's technology systems, retail operations, property management, and capital planning, ensuring effective management, operational efficiencies, and alignment with organizational priorities.

The CFAO works collaboratively with fellow Executive Leadership Team members, department leaders, and external stakeholders to foster cross-functional collaboration, promote transparency and shared accountability, optimize organizational resources, and advance strategic objectives. The CFAO also provides financial reporting, analysis, and recommendations to the Finance Committee and presents financial updates to the Board of Directors to support informed decision-making and effective governance financial oversight.

At Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri, most of our roles work in a hybrid capacity (in office, remote, and/or in the field). Details will be provided during the interview process.

Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri offers a robust benefit package to full-time employees including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, health reimbursement account, flexible spending account, voluntary plans (critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, cancer, pet insurance, ID theft, and legal protection), a 403(b) retirement plan with company match, paid holidays including a winter break, paid time off, extended illness bank, parental leave, employee assistance program, a hybrid work environment, and more! Put your passion into action with Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri!

This anticipated starting salary range for this role is $150,375 - $175,000 per year.  Click here to review the recruitment profile for this position.

Essential Job Duties

• Serve as the organization’s senior financial and accounting leader, providing strategic guidance on financial performance, resource allocation, policies and procedures, and long-term financial sustainability. Provide counsel to the CEO in the formulation of fiscal policies and processes regarding both short-term and long-term financial matters and investments related to the organization. 
• Direct and oversee all financial reporting activities and provide the CEO, Board, and Finance and Audit Committees with timely and accurate information on all financial activities of the Council. 
• Direct the organization’s accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll coordination, cash management, fixed assets, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Provide executive oversight of departmental budget performance, financial accountability, and operational efficiencies. Partner with department leaders to evaluate budget variances, identify opportunities for financial and operational improvements, and ensure the implementation of effective internal controls, policies, and procedures that strengthen organizational performance and fiscal stewardship.
• Monitor financial performance against approved budgets, forecasts, and strategic objectives; identify trends, risks, and opportunities and communicate findings to CEO, executive leadership, the Board of Directors, and board committees.
• Provide executive oversight of capital planning, budgeting, and financial stewardship for organizational facilities and infrastructure investments. Collaborate with the CEO, camp leadership, and other senior leaders to evaluate long-term capital needs, assess financial implications, prioritize investments, and ensure alignment with organizational strategic priorities.
• Manage the Council’s technology systems, retail sales operations, and property management.
• Safeguard the organization’s assets, maintain internal controls, and ensure financial transactions are processed accurately and timely and are recorded in accordance with generally accepted accounting standards and principles.
• Promote a climate of courtesy, respect, and professionalism to staff, volunteers, members, and the general public.
• Serve as a collaborative team member, working to advance the mission of Girl Scouts.
• Perform other duties as required and/or assigned. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field; MBA preferred.
• Ten (10) years of directly relevant work experience, preferably in a nonprofit organization.
• Valid state driver’s license, proof of insurance, and a driving record that is acceptable to our insurance carrier.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to successfully interpret all financial components of a strategic vision into a highly functional operational model.
• Ability to translate complex financial reporting into easily understood material, and to communicate as needed.
• Demonstrated leadership, collaborative, management, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, financial packages, and other general office equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with a broad constituency of stakeholders. 
• Good strategic planning and goal-setting abilities. 
• Strong analytical skills, as well as problem-solving and conflict-management capabilities. 
• Organized thinker with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality. 
• Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work as well as concentrate on multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced, dynamic organization.
• Ability to foster an inclusive environment with the capability to work in a collaborative, service-focused environment.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee:

Must be able to remain in a stationary position 75% of the time operating a computer, including navigating websites, software platforms, spreadsheets and both electronic and paper documents.

Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery such as a calculator, copier, and computer printer.

Occasionally positions self to maintain files in file cabinets.

May need to move boxes weighing up to 25 pounds across office for various needs.

The ability to observe details at close range and at a distance.

Is required to drive/ operate an automobile.

Work Environment

Constantly works in an indoor professional office environment. Exposed to moderate noise levels.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has direct reporting responsibilities.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri, we are committed to our future and what that looks like for all girls everywhere. We recognize that each employee and each member has unique experiences, perspectives, identities, and viewpoints that add value to our inclusive community. We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.