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Chief Financial Officer

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Woodlands Development & Lending (Woodlands) is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the role of our retiring CFO in Elkins, WV. This leadership position will oversee all financial aspects of our community based nonprofit organizations including:

Manage and design of our accounting system, internal controls and QuickBooks accounting software including payroll, AR, AP and full general ledger maintenance. Familiarity with the interaction of QuickBooks Chart of Accounts, Items, Classes, Customers and Vendors and reports utilizing these features is helpful.
Manage cash flow on an ongoing basis and prepare budgets and forecasts as needed.
Supervise and train 3-4 staff members.
Prepare interim financial statements for management and compliance use. Prepare annual financial statements and supporting documents for single audit and tax preparation by CPA firm.
Oversee federal, state and other grant compliance.

Woodlands is a grassroots, community-based nonprofit that engages in comprehensive community development. We build housing for working families and seniors, renovate downtown structures, develop community amenities like trails and gathering places, and finance new and growing small businesses in the region. Familiarity with the construction industry, tax credit project & community development financing, or the lending industry would be helpful.

Qualifications include, first and foremost, a strong desire to be part of a mission-led effort to build opportunity in NorthCentral WV communities. Other qualifications include:

A background in non-profit accounting and grant management;
A degree or extensive experience in accounting or finance;
Fluency in Quickbooks;
An ability to generate thorough financial statements, and communicate financial information to a variety of professional and non-professional audiences.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and either reside in the Elkins area or be willing to relocate for in-person work to be considered for this position

Benefits include health insurance for employee & children, matching contribution to an Individual Retirement Account, and generous holidays & paid time off.

Woodlands has 20 employees, all committed to facilitating community change, and contributing to a collaborative and supportive work environment.

What You Should Know About Chief Financial Officer, Generation West Virginia

Are you ready to take your finance career to the next level? Woodlands Development & Lending is searching for a Chief Financial Officer to join our passionate team in Elkins, WV, as we embark on transformative community efforts. As CFO, you'll manage and design our accounting system, ensuring internal controls are tight and that our QuickBooks software runs smoothly for payroll, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and general ledger maintenance. You'll dive deep into cash flow management and be the mastermind behind our budgets and forecasts, guiding our financial direction. Leading a dedicated team of 3-4 staff members, you’ll be responsible for training them and preparing interim and annual financial statements for compliance and management use. Your expertise in federal, state, and grant compliance will be key, given our focus on grassroots community development – from building housing for working families to supporting small businesses. We're looking for someone who not only brings a background in nonprofit accounting and grant management but also has a genuine passion for community service. If you're skilled in QuickBooks and can effectively communicate complex financial information to diverse audiences, we want to hear from you! You'll enjoy benefits like health insurance for you and your children, a matching contribution to your IRA, and generous paid time off, because we believe in rewarding those who contribute to positive change in NorthCentral WV. Come be a part of Woodlands, where your work makes a real difference!

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What are the primary responsibilities of the Chief Financial Officer at Woodlands Development & Lending?

The Chief Financial Officer at Woodlands Development & Lending is responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of our nonprofit organization, including managing the accounting system, ensuring proper internal controls, maintaining QuickBooks for payroll and accounts, and preparing both interim and annual financial statements. This role also involves managing cash flow, preparing budgets, supervising a team, and ensuring grant compliance.