Chief Financial Officer

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a key member of the executive leadership team and a strategic partner to the Chief Executive Officer. The CFO provides vision, leadership, and oversight for the organization's financial strategy, fiscal operations, property and facilities management, information technology systems, and retail operations. This role ensures the organization's long-term financial sustainability, operational efficiency, and alignment with mission-driven goals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Leadership and Strategy

• Develop and execute financial strategies that support organizational goals and long-term sustainability.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and analysis, including multi-year financial modeling and scenario planning.
• Oversee accounting, payroll, and financial reporting to ensure accuracy, compliance, and transparency.
• Develop strong working relationships and transparent communications with the Board Treasurer and other members of the Board as needed.
• Present financial results, risks, and opportunities to the CEO, Board of Directors, and Finance Committee.
• Oversee liability, property, workers' compensation, and other insurance programs to ensure adequate coverage and cost-effective risk management.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards, IRS regulations, and all applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
• Manage banking relationships, investments, cash flow, and risk management strategies.
• Oversee annual audits and coordinate with external auditors.
• Strengthen and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard assets, ensure compliance, and support accurate financial reporting.

Contract Oversight

• Provide executive oversight of all organizational contracts, including vendor agreements, service contracts, leases, and professional services.
• Ensure contracts align with financial policies, risk management standards, and organizational priorities.
• Develop and maintain contract management systems and processes to ensure compliance, timely renewals, and cost-effective procurement.
• Collaborate with legal counsel as needed to review terms, mitigate risk, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Properties & Facilities Management

• Provide strategic oversight of all organizational properties, including owned and leased facilities and camp properties.
• Develop long-term capital plans, maintenance schedules, and property improvement strategies.
• Ensure facilities and properties meet safety, accessibility, and regulatory standards.
• Lead planning for new construction, renovations, relocations, or property acquisitions.
• Implement cost-effective and sustainable facility and property management practices.

Information Technology (IT) Oversight

• Provide executive leadership for the organization's IT strategy, infrastructure, and systems.
• Oversee cybersecurity, data governance, and technology risk management.
• Ensure reliable, secure, and scalable technology solutions that support staff, programs, and retail operations.
• Manage relationships with IT vendors, consultants, and managed service providers.
• Lead technology update initiatives, including cloud systems, CRM platforms, and digital transformation projects.
• Ensure IT policies, procedures, and disaster recovery plans are up to date and effective.

Retail Operations Management

• Provide financial and operational oversight for all retail operations.
• Develop strategies to maximize revenue, profitability, and mission alignment.
• Oversee inventory management, pricing strategies, and point-of-sale systems.
• Ensure retail operations comply with financial controls, safety standards, and organizational policies.
• Monitor performance metrics, sales trends, and operational efficiency.
• Support retail leadership in staffing, training, and operational planning.

Organizational Leadership

• Serve as a collaborative member of the executive team, contributing to organizational strategy, culture, and decision making.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and development for finance, IT, facilities, and retail teams.
• Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.
• Represent the organization with funders, partners, auditors, and community stakeholders as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or related field required; MBA or CPA strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, ideally in a nonprofit or mission-driven organization.
• Experience overseeing facilities, properties, IT systems, and retail operations is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to lead diverse teams and manage multiple operational functions.
• Strong analytical, strategic planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to translate complex financial information for non-financial audiences.
• Commitment to the organization's mission, values, and community impact.

GSHCC Community Statement

Girl Scouts Heart of Central California (GSHCC) is a girl-centric and performance-driven community. At GSHCC, our mission is to build girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place. Across 18 counties, we offer an array of programming and perspectives with the goal of ensuring all girls, volunteers, and staff have a safe space, where they can learn and grow and be their authentic selves.

Girl Scout Law

Girl Scouts of all ages recite-and live by-the ideals listed in the Girl Scout Promise and Law. They remind us to do our best in being kind to others, respecting ourselves, making the world a better place, and so much more.

As a member of GSHCC staff, I will do my best to be:

• honest and fair
• friendly and helpful
• considerate and caring
• courageous and strong
• responsible for what I say and do
• respect myself and others
• respect authority
• use resources wisely
• and make the world a better place and be a sister to every Girl Scout

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