Chief Financial Officer

Job Title: Chief Financial Officer (CFO) - USRowing

Reports to: Executive Director

Location: United States, Remote with some travel

Job Type: Full-Time

About USRowing:

USRowing is a nonprofit organization recognized by the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee as the national governing body for the sport of rowing in the United States. The organization’s mission is to steward, strengthen, and grow American rowing by championing performance and igniting new passion for the sport.

USRowing selects, trains, and manages the teams that represent the U.S. in international competition. The organization serves multiple constituencies including novice learn-to-rowers, parents of rowers, masters rowers, adaptive rowers, collegiate rowers, indoor rowers and, most recently, coastal rowers.

We are focused on growing diversity, equity, and inclusion within the sport of rowing on a national scale, on increasing support for our national team programs, and providing additional benefits and value to our over 75,000 individual members and nearly 1,300 rowing clubs.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our executive team. The CFO will play a crucial role in managing the financial operations of the organization, ensuring financial sustainability, and providing strategic financial guidance to support our mission and growth objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Strategy. Develop and execute comprehensive financial strategies that align with USRowing's vision, mission, values, and objectives.
Financial Management. Oversee all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, accounting, payroll, and financial systems, ensuring efficient allocation of resources.
Budget Oversight. Lead the annual budgeting process, monitor budget performance, and make strategic financial decisions to support USRowing's goals.
Compliance and Reporting. Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations, tax laws, and reporting requirements, including the preparation and submission of IRS Form 990.
Audited Financials. Manage the process of preparing audited financial statements, working closely with external auditors to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
Investment and Asset Management. Manage USRowing's investments and assets prudently, optimizing returns while minimizing risks.
Financial Leadership. Provide leadership and guidance to the finance team, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.
Data Analysis. Utilize data and analytics to measure the effectiveness of financial strategies and overall investments across the organization.
Budget Ownership. Actively own and manage the financial budget, ensuring that resources are allocated efficiently and delivering a compelling return on investment.
Stakeholder Engagement. Collaborate with the Board of Directors and external partners to communicate financial performance, strategies, and ensure transparency in financial matters, including audited financials and IRS Form 990.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
Minimum of 12 years of relevant finance and accounting experience, with at least seven years in a leadership role.
Proven experience in a senior financial leadership role; non-profit experience preferred.
Strong financial acumen with a track record of strategic financial planning, controllership, and budget management.
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
Effective leadership and team management abilities.
Superior communication and presentation skills, including the ability to distill.
Superior command of financial management, data analysis, and other quantitative skills.
Excellent leadership and team management skills.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities.
Passion for sports, with knowledge of rowing a plus.

Salary:

$150,000

USRowing Values:

USRowing is committed to the following values to fulfill its mission and achieve its priorities:

CULTURE OF MUTUAL RESPECT. Foster an inclusive culture honoring the rights, views, and inherent value of others, treating all with dignity and courtesy.

PROFESSIONALISM. Develop and share expertise, act effectively and efficiently, and be responsive and reliable, honoring all pledges and promises in a timely and trustworthy manner.

SAFETY. Be constantly mindful of safety on and off the water, taking proactive measures to prevent injury, abuse, or other harm, and help others both within USRowing and among member organizations.

INTEGRITY. Have the courage to choose what is right, adhere to the mission and practice our values rather than merely profess them. Employ the highest ethical standards, demonstrating honesty and fairness in every action we take.

FAIR COMPETITION. Commit to upholding the integrity of sport to ensure a level playing field devoid of doping, cheating or other forms of unfair advantage.

TEAMWORK. Work collaboratively and assume positive intent; support each other to combine individual strengths while keeping an eye on the greater good.

ENJOYMENT IN ALL ASPECTS OF SPORT. Create opportunities for involvement that promote a positive experience and lifelong love for rowing for all.

USRowing is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We are committed to growing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the sport of rowing and believe that work begins in our own space. We believe diversity makes us stronger and encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds and life experiences to apply to join our team.