Main areas of focus: Fiscal Management, Long Term Planning, Compliance and Risk Management
Location: Remote - U.S. only.
Eligibility: charity: water is fully remote and hires from all 50 U.S. states. At this time, we are only considering candidates who are eligible to work in the United States without the need of company sponsorship now or in the future.
JOB HIGHLIGHT
The Chief Financial Officer will oversee the Finance team for charity: water with an annual revenue budget of more than $100 million. The CFO will ensure the highest standards of financial management and guide how the company manages growth, revenue, expenses, and cash flow to achieve its goals.
JOB SUMMARY
charity: water is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to manage the company’s vital finance function. Reporting to the CEO and serving on the executive team, the CFO will advise on all fiscal matters, providing leadership to guide the organization’s financial activities including annual and long term planning/forecasting, accounting, budgeting, risk management, compliance and evaluation. In partnership with the executive team and other leaders of the organization, the CFO will ensure the finance function is aligned on best practices, will provide consultative support on all planning activities, and will address financial challenges as they arise.
YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR…
Organizational Leadership & Strategy
● You’ll work closely with the Executive Team to develop and drive the execution of the organization's strategic goals and objectives by ensuring that the financial and operating structure supports the needs and is in service of its programs
● You’ll advise the CEO and executive team on the organization’s financial performance and long-term financial planning
● You’ll report financial information and trends to the Board and manage relationships with the Board’s Finance and Audit committees
● You’ll advise the executive team on key strategic issues and choices, informed by rigorous financial analyses, risk assessments, “what if” scenario modeling and due diligence
● You’ll review business results and help direct resources toward the initiatives that most favorably impact operating efficiency
● You’ll foster a culture that encourages both growth and innovation by tailoring internal control environments and systems to support a unique business model and strategic objectives
Financial Management
● You’ll be responsible for all finance, accounting and legal functions, including day-to-day financial reporting, working capital/cash management, FP&A, financial controls and risk management
● You’ll work closely with the Leadership team on financial planning, budgeting, cash flow, investments and policy matters
● You’ll develop dynamic financial and business planning models, along with performance metrics that drive the development of monthly and quarterly reports and the annual budgeting process
● You’ll ensure effective and compliant business operations, where risk is evaluated and mitigated on an ongoing basis
● You’ll partner with the CEO and Finance Committee of the Board to deploy investment capital in the most effective manner to achieve the organization’s long-term strategic initiatives
● You’ll recognize and anticipate opportunities and challenges related to financial systems and processes
Team Management
● You’ll manage a team of 10+ across the Business Operations, Accounting, and Legal functions
● You’ll communicate a compelling vision and strategy for the finance function as well as the team and personal goals to drive successful execution of that strategy
● You’ll manage and mentor a highly engaged and effective team to achieve ambitious results, supporting a high standard of excellence and accountability
● You’ll support team members’ learning, development, and career growth.
● You’ll build a team culture of optimism, excellence, transparency, and adaptability in a rapidly changing environment
● You’ll continually evaluate the structure of the finance team to optimize for efficiency and effectiveness and to support the organization’s growth
YOU MUST HAVE…
● 15+ years of senior financial management experience
● Minimum 7 years experience directing the finance function in a CFO capacity for a rapidly growing organization
● Relevant sector exposure
● Strong strategic and reasoning skills, including financial planning, forecasting, modeling and data analysis
● Non Profit Accounting Experience
● Track record of success in managing and mentoring high- performing teams
● A global perspective and experience working internationally highly preferred
● Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field required, MBA or CPA preferred
YOU’LL BE SUCCESSFUL IF...
You're a strategic thinker
You have the strategic prowess and social intelligence required to help build scalable models that leverage charity: water's brand, assets, relationships and opportunities to meet disruptive growth goals.
You’re a leader
You are skilled at accomplishing things through other people. You can run multiple work streams that extend far beyond your immediate team. You can provide guidance for peers, subordinates and partners.
You’re a great communicator
You can turn data and numbers into effective and compelling messages. You are concise and operate with poise, dignity and reliability in both your personal and professional worlds. You are great at sharing insights, but what you love to do is apply real context to findings so that stakeholders understand what it means for them and also how it impacts the organization.
You have a team ethos and you love working with people
You thrive in a creative, inventive, fast-paced startup environment, with people who are passionate about their work and mission. You're excited to work cross-functionally with other departments and enjoy bringing people together to achieve a goal. People enjoy working with you because they know they can trust you. You find joy in mentoring team members so they can maximize their effectiveness.
You value precision
You’re meticulous. You know accuracy is important regardless of whether anyone is watching, and you strive for excellence in every detail.
You’re a hard worker
You thrive in a fast-paced environment with people that are constantly looking to innovate, enjoy challenges and demand excellence.
Salary will be competitive and commensurate with experience.
ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW
At charity: water, we believe that water changes everything. We work with local implementing partners to fund sustainable solutions that provide clean and safe drinking water to people around the world. Since 2006, with a diverse team of world-changers and an unstoppable community of supporters, we’ve brought clean water to more than 16.8 million people worldwide. With the makings of a mid-size tech startup, we’re reinventing charity through endless innovation, contagious passion, beautifully crafted stories, and a powerful brand that inspires a new kind of generosity.
At charity: water, we value every background, identity, and experience. We believe that a diverse team, informed by different cultures and perspectives, makes us stronger. We are committed to doing the work and challenging each other to be an organization in which everyone is respected and heard. We commit to providing genuine opportunities for all people to thrive. And we will continue to embed diversity, inclusion, belonging, and equality in everything we do.
BENEFITS & PERKS
Unlimited PTO
Summer Fridays
6-week paid sabbatical leave after 5 years of employment
Annual bonus potential through The Pool
401k plan + employer match
Medical covered at 80% + Dental/Vision contributions
FSA + dependent day care FSA
Employer-paid life insurance, STD, LTD
16-week paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents
Stipends for Home office, Professional Development, TSA Pre-check and a You-do-You Perk
2-4 annual travel opportunities to spend quality in-person time with the team
Sustainability at Charity: Water
Access to clean water is crucial for good health and well-being. By providing clean water, charity: water helps prevent waterborne diseases that can lead to illness and even death.
Access to clean water can also improve education. When children have to walk long distances to collect water, they miss out on valuable classroom time. By bringing water closer to schools, charity: water helps ensure that children receive a quality education.
Women and girls are often tasked with collecting water, which can take up to six hours a day, preventing them from going to school, working, or engaging in other productive activities. By bringing water closer to communities, charity: water helps alleviate this burden and promotes gender equality.
Charity: water's primary goal is to provide clean and safe water to people who don't have access to it. The organization funds water projects in developing countries, such as wells, boreholes, and rainwater harvesting systems, to bring sustainable and safe water to communities.
Charity: water partners with local organizations, governments, and communities to provide clean water. These partnerships ensure that the water projects are sustainable and have a lasting impact on the communities they serve.
