Fiscal Manager - CDP
Working under the Controller and in full coordination with the Associate Director of Operations. As a Fiscal Manager within our dynamic Child Development Program, this position will lead the financial stewardship for the program, ensuring every dollar propels our mission forward. This position will coordinate and collaborate with Child Development Program leadership and administrative staff to streamline financial processes and ensure efficient use of resources:
The role includes:
• Supporting fiscal responsibility by preparing and maintaining the Child Development Program budget, aligning resources with program goals, and optimizing financial processes throughout the grant cycle.
• Strong leadership abilities, financial acumen, and a deep understanding of government funding regulations
• Producing internal and external financial reports for funding sources and regulatory agencies, showcasing our commitment to transparency and impact. Providing regular reports and recommendations describing the financial performance of CDP departments, programs, and Head Start sites to CDP leadership.
• Navigating fiscal monitoring protocols mandated by state and federal entities, ensuring compliance and integrity in financial operations.
• Collaborating closely with Human Resources and Program Directors for seamless onboarding, grant allocation reporting, and strategic resource alignment.
• Presenting actionable financial insights to organization’s Board and Policy Council, driving informed decisions and impactful outcomes.
• Preparing for State and Federal Audits, embodying excellence and accountability in financial management.
• Ensuring accuracy and compliance in expenses and encumbrances, maintaining meticulous records and fulfilling program contractual requirements with precision.
• Supervising a dedicated team in generating insightful financial reports and conducting queries, fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement.
• Upholding strong internal controls, analyzing cost data, and resolving technical accounting issues, ensuring sound financial practices across the program.
• Cultivating effective communication with stakeholders, vendors, and contractors, embodying our commitment to collaboration and partnership.
• Leading by example in embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the program, fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.
QUALIFICATIONS
We're seeking a visionary leader with the following qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field required, with a passion for nonprofit financial management.
• Minimum of three (3) years of progressive accounting work experience, preferably within a federally funded nonprofit environment.
• Experience with Head Start and State Funded Pre-School Programs is highly valued.
• Proven supervisory experience, demonstrating leadership, mentorship, and a commitment to team development.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and financial software systems, with a knack for leveraging technology for impactful financial management.
• Strong understanding of financial and accounting principles, coupled with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey complex financial concepts effectively.
• Commitment to continuous learning, growth, and staying abreast of fiscal regulations and best practices.
• Embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering a culture of belonging and respect within the program and broader community.
VALUE-BASED BEHAVIORS
Listens attentively to others. Asks clarifying questions to gain a better understanding of the other person’s views and underlying assumptions.
Works effectively in a team environment and actively participates in joint problem solving; willingly cooperates with co-workers.
Identifies and takes advantage of opportunities for personal and professional development.
Attends work consistently and punctually.
Arrives to meetings prepared and on time; honors work commitments; follows through on what was agreed upon; meets deadlines.
Honors the private and confidential matters of co-workers.
Protects the proprietary information of organization’s systems.
Follows rules, regulations, and policies; positively contributes to implementing changes.
Deals with issues directly, in a respectful and timely manner.
Focuses on resolving the issue while not criticizing the person.
Follows rules, regulations, and policies; positively contributes to implementing changes.
HEALTH STATUS
Must have a physical examination and TB clearance as required by state and federal regulations and a drug screen by a doctor/clinic designated prior to the first day of employment.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this class, an employee is regularly required to stand, walk and sit, talk or hear both in person and by telephone, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects or controls, and reach with hands and arms. An employee also is regularly required to stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, or crawl, climb or balance and lift up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Mental Demands
While performing the duties of this class, the employee is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret information; analyze and solve problems; observe and interpret people and situations; use basic math; learn and apply new information or skills; work under intensive deadlines and interact with management, administrators, staff, teachers, parents, family members, children and others encountered in the course of work.
BACKGROUND CLEARANCE
All positions are subject to a background/education check, DMV check, NSOR, exclusion and debarment checks prior to hire and periodically throughout employment as required by various funding sources.
Note: California Start law requires background criminal checks on anyone who works in a licensed childcare facility who is not a client. Must have or obtain a current criminal background check clearance, signed criminal record statement, and signed Acknowledgement to Report Child Abuse form prior to the first day of employment.
TRANSPORTATION
Must have and maintain a valid California Driver’s License, daily use of a personal, insured vehicle, and have and maintain a motor vehicle driving record acceptable to the organization's insurance carrier. Incumbents will be enrolled in the California DMV Pull Program.