Chief Financial Officer

Chief Financial Officer at Office of Hawaiian Affairs
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a key member of OHAs Executive Leadership Team and serves as the strategic and operational leader of the Financial Assets Division. The CFO is responsible for directing all financial operations and resource management functions, including accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, internal controls, and strategic financial planning. This position ensures fiduciary stewardship of the Native Hawaiian Trust Fund and supports the longterm financial sustainability of OHAs mission to improve the wellbeing of Native Hawaiians.
Strategic Planning and Execution

~ Lead the development and implementation of sound fiscal strategies, policies, and procedures aligned with OHAs Strategic Plan and organizational goals.
~ Collaborate with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and senior leadership on enterprisewide strategic initiatives, longterm financial planning, and capital projects.

~Fiscal Administrative and Operations

~ Oversee all financial operations, including accounting, auditing, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, financial reporting, and compliance.
~ Serve as OHAs primary fiduciary officer, safeguarding the financial integrity of the organization and the Native Hawaiian Trust Fund.
~ Present financial data and budget recommendations to the Board of Trustees and its standing committees; Develop and implement internal control systems and risk management frameworks to ensure transparency, accountability, and stewardship.
~ Act as the liaison to external auditors, state oversight agencies, and financial institutions.
~ Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and agency financial and procurement regulations, including HRS Chapters 10, 10H, 103D, and 103F.

~Work with OHAs Human Resources office to ensure professional development and staff training for Division personnel.
~ Ensure integration of Strategic Plan and tactical elements and performance measures into Division management, employee, contractor, and grantee performance reviews and improvement plans.
~ Lead staff development, training, and succession planning within the Financial Assets Division.
~ Manage and supervise Finance, Grants, and Procurement units within the Financial Assets Division.
~ Perform supervisory tasks, such as leave time approvals, performance reviews, coaching, training, and related employment decisions for Division; Ensure without exception the proper handling and maintenance of confidential, sensitive and/or proprietary information.

# Fully support in action, language, behavior and performance the priorities, decisions, and directives of the CEO.
# Education, Training and/or Experience
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelors degree in finance, accounting, economics, business administration, or a related field. A Masters degree (MBA, MPA, or MS in Finance or Accounting) is strongly preferred.
Minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible financial management experience, including at least 5 years in a senior financial executive role (CFO, Controller, Director of Finance, etc.).
Five (5) years of supervisory experience that involved management of professional staff and responsibility for the development, management, execution and coordination of program policies and activities.
Demonstrated success managing budgets exceeding $60 million annually and leading finance teams of 10+ individuals.
Other financial certifications (CMA, CFA, CGFM) will be considered.
Hawaiian culture, values, and community issues.
Financial analyses, forecasting, due diligence, planning, asset management and reporting.
Understanding of fund accounting, governmental accounting standards (GAAP, GASB), and public financial reporting.
Operate with integrity, transparency, and ethical accountability in all financial dealings.
Present complex financial data clearly to nonfinancial audiences, including community stakeholders and board members.
Track, analyze, and manage complex internal and external issues (particularly in the areas of financial markets, asset management, investments, procurement, and governance).
Manage organizational and individual performance.
Manage multiple complex projects and priorities.
Thrive in a fastpaced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
To apply for this position, complete and submit an application found on our website along with a resume and cover letter to:
OFFICE OF HAWAIIAN AFFAIRS
Nimitz Highway, Suite 200
Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA) employees must be permanent Hawaii residents. Outofstate applicants who are offered employment with OHA will need to relocate to Hawaii and establish permanent residency.
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