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Chief Financial Officer

Chief Financial Officer

Quonset Development CorporationNorth Kingstown, RI, United States
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ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION : Edesia is a nonprofit, social enterprise on a mission to end malnutrition globally. Since we opened our doors in 2010, we have reached over 26 million children across 65 countries with the life-saving foods we make here in Rhode Island in partnership with UNICEF, World Food Programme, and the United States Government. Every day we work together to reach children caught in humanitarian crises worldwide and need mission-driven, energetic, passionate problem solvers to join our team.

JOB SUMMARY :

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) leads Edesia’s finance and accounting functions, ensuring the organization’s financial health and sustainability. As a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, the CFO provides timely, data-driven insights to support decision-making and guide the organization’s global expansion. This role upholds financial integrity, ensures regulatory compliance, and manages efficient systems to support Edesia’s strategic goals through strong financial stewardship.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES :

Strategic Financial Support

  • Serve as a key financial advisor to the CEO and Executive Leadership Team.
  • Provide financial analysis, modeling, and scenario planning to support operational and strategic initiatives, including global expansion efforts.
  • Ensure alignment between financial planning and organizational priorities.
  • Partner with leadership to analyze key financial metrics, operational performance, and funding strategies.
  • Assist in preparing financial input for strategic planning, board meetings, and external partner engagements.
  • Actively engage with the Board of Directors and lead the Finance Committee, present financial reports, forecast trends, and advise on fiscal strategy.
  • Work closely with the Vice President of Strategy and Growth to provide financial analysis and budget oversight for large strategic initiatives and plant expansion efforts, helping to ensure on-budget delivery of capital projects.

Financial and Operational Management

  • Lead the development and management of annual and long-term budgets, monitoring organizational performance against targets.
  • Establish and manage cost centers across departments, ensuring proper allocation of expenses and accountability.
  • Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and regulatory standards.
  • Direct the preparation and presentation of internal and external financial reports, including board reports, grant compliance, and audits.
  • Oversee organizational cash flow and forecasting to ensure financial health.
  • Monitor financial systems and recommend improvements to ensure transparency and efficiency.
  • Leverage predictive models and activity-based costing to inform decisions.
  • Provide financial oversight and support for manufacturing operations and supply chain management.
  • Ensure cost-effective practices across the organization, aligned with mission-driven objectives.
  • Manage budgeting of outsourced teams, including partnerships in India and Africa, to ensure cost-effective results.
  • Manage cash flow planning to ensure liquidity for operational and expansion needs.
  • Oversee relationships with financial institutions and manage investment strategies in coordination with financial partners.
  • Support development efforts with financial data and reporting for donor communications and external storytelling.
  • Risk Management and Compliance

  • Monitor organizational risks, including currency fluctuations, geopolitical factors, and supply chain disruptions.
  • Ensure organizational compliance with domestic and international financial regulations.
  • Lead enterprise risk management efforts to ensure the proactive identification and mitigation of financial risks.
  • Cross-Functional Leadership and Collaboration

  • Serve as a thought partner to department leads in aligning financial resources with operational goals.
  • Support the development of pricing strategies for products and services across diverse funding environments.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across departments, focusing on financial efficiency and sustainability.
  • Champion a culture of fiscal accountability, transparency, and continuous learning across the organization.
  • QUALIFICATIONS :

  • Minimum 10 years of progressive finance experience, including at least 5 years in a senior financial leadership role.
  • BS in Finance, Accounting, or related field required; CPA / CMA and / or MBA is a plus.
  • Demonstrated experience supporting strategic growth through financial planning and analysis.
  • Proven ability to manage finance, accounting, budgeting, compliance, and reporting functions.
  • Experience managing cost centers and outsourced teams, especially in global or distributed environments such as India and Africa.
  • Experience working within mission-driven or global nonprofit environments preferred.
  • Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
  • Collaborative, team-oriented leadership style with a high level of integrity.
  • Demonstrated commitment to Edesia's mission to end malnutrition globally.
  • WORKING CONDITIONS :

    General office environment. High utilization of office equipment, phone, computer, etc. The requirements described are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. Apply to : https : / / www.edesianutrition.org / join-the-team /

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