<p>We are looking for an experienced Director of Finance to provide both strategic financial leadership and hands-on oversight for a mission-focused nonprofit in Salinas, California. This position will guide budgeting, reporting, compliance, and funding management while helping the organization strengthen long-term financial health. The role offers close partnership with executive leadership and board stakeholders, making it well suited for a finance leader who can connect day-to-day operations with broader organizational goals.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the organization’s financial planning activities, including annual budgeting, rolling forecasts, cash flow projections, and analysis of financial performance against targets.</p><p>• Oversee core accounting functions such as the monthly close process, general ledger accuracy, audit preparation, and timely production of financial statements.</p><p>• Administer financial oversight for grants, government agreements, and other public or private revenue sources, ensuring accurate tracking, reporting, and compliance.</p><p>• Work closely with senior leaders and board-level partners to inform strategic decisions, evaluate financial scenarios, and support sustainable growth.</p><p>• Build and refine management reports, dashboards, and analytical tools that provide clear insight into operational and financial results.</p><p>• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure finance practices align with nonprofit accounting standards and fund-based reporting principles.</p><p>• Lead, coach, and develop members of the finance team to strengthen performance, accountability, and career growth.</p><p>• Contribute directly to day-to-day finance and accounting work in a hands-on leadership capacity, stepping into operational details when needed.</p><p><br></p><p>Posted by Director of Staffing Scott G. Moore (Apply here and connect on LinkedIn also!)</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced finance leader to guide accounting and financial strategy for an agriculture-focused organization in Salinas, California. This onsite role will work closely with senior leadership to strengthen financial performance, support operational decision-making, and provide oversight across budgeting, reporting, costing, and compliance. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, sound business judgment, and a track record of success in complex manufacturing, food, produce, or agricultural environments.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Serve as a strategic advisor to division leadership, translating financial results into recommendations that support growth, profitability, and operational efficiency.</p><p>• Direct the yearly planning cycle, including budget development, forecast updates, and longer-range financial outlooks for the business.</p><p>• Build financial models and scenario analyses that help leaders evaluate business conditions, risks, and investment opportunities.</p><p>• Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring reporting is accurate, timely, and aligned with company standards.</p><p>• Lead accounting close activities and maintain strong internal controls, policy compliance, and reliable financial processes across the division.</p><p>• Manage product costing and inventory valuation, with close attention to raw materials, packaging, labor, freight, and other core cost drivers.</p><p>• Track key financial and operational metrics, identify performance trends, and communicate actionable insights to leadership teams.</p><p>• Monitor capital spending, assess return expectations, and help improve cash flow and working capital management.</p><p>• Lead, coach, and develop finance and accounting staff while fostering accountability and high performance across multiple entities or business units.</p><p>Posted by Staffing Director Scott G. Moore (Apply here and connect on LinkedIn)</p>
We are looking for an experienced interim Chief Financial Officer to provide hands-on financial leadership for a Long-term Contract position based in San Jose, California. This role is best suited for a finance executive who brings deep planning and analysis expertise along with the accounting knowledge needed to guide reporting, close activities, and public-company expectations. The ideal candidate can step in quickly, partner effectively with established leaders, and communicate confidently with both local stakeholders and the parent company team in India.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, and financial modeling activities to support business decisions and performance visibility.<br>• Oversee cash flow analysis and capital management to help maintain financial stability and support operational priorities.<br>• Direct monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc financial analysis, translating complex data into clear recommendations for executives and board-level audiences.<br>• Provide leadership to the accounting function, ensuring accurate financial reporting and appropriate oversight of controllership activities.<br>• Support an efficient five-day month-end close process and coordinate preparation for audits and recurring board reporting requirements.<br>• Develop executive-ready presentations and reporting materials using advanced Excel and PowerPoint capabilities.<br>• Work closely with established functional leaders to align finance support with business objectives and drive timely decision-making.<br>• Engage effectively with the India-based parent company team, including participation in early-morning or late-evening meetings when needed.<br>• Use modern AI-enabled tools and business systems to improve analysis, reporting quality, and overall finance efficiency.