We are looking for an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the financial strategy and operations of our organization in Amherst, New York. This role requires a dynamic individual who can provide strategic direction, oversee financial planning, and ensure operational excellence across various departments. The ideal candidate will play a key role in driving organizational growth and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Shape the organization's strategic direction by developing financial and tax strategies that align with business goals.<br>• Collaborate with executive management to support tactical initiatives and drive key decision-making processes.<br>• Lead the development and implementation of performance measures designed to support the company's strategic objectives.<br>• Oversee the capital request and budgeting processes to ensure effective allocation of resources.<br>• Manage the organization's accounting processes, including the UB Card office and fiscal agency functions for student governments.<br>• Supervise transaction processing systems and ensure operational best practices are implemented.<br>• Work closely with human resources to optimize employee benefit packages, including self-insured medical plans.<br>• Coordinate with internal departments such as operations, legal, IT, and treasury to ensure seamless collaboration.<br>• Provide oversight for outsourced functions and manage relationships with third-party franchises.<br>• Serve as a key member of the organization's union negotiation committee, contributing to labor relations strategies.