DC CFO Opportunity

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POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

LATINO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION



The Latino Economic Development Corporation (LEDC) is seeking an
experienced, mission oriented financial management professional to establish
the Chief Financial Officer function at this growing organization. The new
CFO will be developing this new function for the entire organization, both
significantly upgrading LEDC's internal finance department capacity and
enhancing the budgeting and planning skills of managers throughout the
organization.



Based in Washington, DC, LEDC equips Latinos and other DC area residents
with the skills and financial tools to create a better future for their
families and communities.

Since 1991, LEDC has provided a continuum of bilingual economic development
services across the Washington metropolitan region in three areas: small
business development and micro lending, homeownership and foreclosure
counseling, and affordable housing preservation. LEDC's operating budget is
approximately $3.5 million, with most of its revenues coming from government
contracts, with additional support from foundations and corporations.



Desired Experience and Attributes

* Track record of financial leadership and ability to develop annual
budgets and finance-focused strategies that support organizational
sustainability;
* The position requires excellent oral and written communication
skills including the ability to communicate complex issues, data and
concepts clearly;
* At least 5 years successful senior management experience, with
nonprofit CFO experience preferred;
* Ability to lead in an environment that requires strong collaboration
with the Executive Director, executive team, and financial staff;
* Solid information systems development and implementation experience;
* Bilingual in English and Spanish;
* Integrity, compassion, and dedication to LEDC's community
development and empowerment mission. This includes patience to educate
others on the staff team.
* MBA and/or CPA preferred.



Competitive salary and benefits package.



See full description at www.transitionguides.com/searches/ledc.



To apply, e-mail resume, cover letter and salary history to:
LEDC@transitionguides.com (e-mail applications are required).



All other communications please contact Ginna Goodenow at TransitionGuides.

(301) 439-6635.



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