Chief Talent Officer | San Francisco, CA

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to California’s housing policies, which would benefit tens of millions of people. Founded in 2017, California YIMBY has redefined the national housing debate by developing best-in-class policy, sponsoring and passing major legislation, reshaping the public narrative in favor of more homes, and building and activating a statewide YIMBY movement.

The Opportunity: California YIMBY is seeking an experienced Director of Finance and Administration who is excited to work with a passionate team and support the organization as it continues to grow. Specifically, this position will be responsible for developing and strengthening our accounting, HR, and compliance functions across our three corporate

entities; California YIMBY 501(c)(4), California YIMBY Education Fund 501(c)(3), and the California YIMBY Victory Fund (PAC). The Director of Finance and Administration reports to the Chief Operating Officer and serves as a member of the leadership team.

Responsibilities Finance & Compliance: Directs the financial management of both California YIMBY 501(c)(4) and California YIMBY Education Fund 501(c)(3), including long- and short-term financial planning, financial analysis, budgeting, financial reporting, cash management, and investments. Partners with our lawyers and ensures timely and compliant reporting of lobbying and political expenditures. Overseas any temporary or contract staff

in the Finance and Administration department, including tax preparers and auditors.

Recommends policies and procedures for effective financial management and administration. Advises and assists in the implementation of financial decisions by the senior staff, the Board of Directors, and the finance and audit committees. Oversees the development of the annual budget and ensures that the expenditure of funds is in accordance with the budget and established policies. Oversees all accounting functions, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and bank reconciliations and preparation of monthly financial reports. Oversees and participates in the structure and design of the investment plan and policy, as well as monitors any investment manager that may be hired as reserves grow.

Partner with the Director of Development and COO on grant budgeting and reporting. Administration Maintains and reviews internal controls and proposes modifications as needed. Provides oversight of risk management, including but not limited to insurance and HR policies. Directs the overall management of the management information systems for the organization. Oversees office space, including leases, equipment, etc. Reviews all contracts to ensure the organization’s interests are protected.

Human Resources Administers all employee benefits, including insurance and pension benefits, and recommends changes as needed to maintain compliance with government regulations or to enhance employee recruitment and retention. Ensures compliance with all applicable employment laws. Oversee the organization’s onboarding and offboarding processes in partnership with the appropriate supervisor. Ensure the employee manual is up to date and recommend updates to our employee policies. Minimum qualifications: Passion for ending California’s housing shortage and affordability crisis.

Five plus years of increasing leadership experience in general accounting controls, systems, and procedures in a political or nonprofit organization. Demonstrated experience with GAAP compliance, attention to detail, and excellent written and verbal communication skills. Preferred qualifications: BA, BS, or higher degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. Familiarity with both 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) financial management and compliance, including but not limited to lobbying, political expenditure, and PAC reporting. Experience developing and implementing new HR and finance systems, proficiency with Quickbooks, and knowledge of restricted contributions and grant reporting.

Diversity. Equity. Inclusion: These are not just words at California YIMBY. These values are key to furthering our mission to make California an affordable place to live, work, and raise a family. Representation matters, especially in our work to end the housing crisis. A crisis that, by design, continues to impact communities of color disproportionately. To address that historic and ongoing inequity, we are building a YIMBY movement that reflects California's rich diversity, and we actively seek diverse candidates with broad professional and lived experience.

California YIMBY is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. California YIMBY recruits, hires, trains, promotes, compensates, and administers all personnel actions without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, interaction (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), and interactionual orientation.

California YIMBY will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Location: California YIMBY is a predominantly remote workplace, and employees can work from home the majority of the time. The Finance Director should live close enough to Sacramento or San Francisco to be in the office when needed for meetings or other in-person duties. Salary: $120,000 - $150,000 with generous benefits including but not limited to 4 weeks of paid vacation, health insurance, and retirement contribution.

Nonprofit & Fundraising Jobs refer to employment opportunities within organizations whose primary goal is to serve the public interest rather than to make a profit for shareholders. Such jobs are centered on charity work, social service, and various causes. Key characteristics of these roles include a focus on relationship-building, resource mobilization, and stewardship. Professionals in this field work on creating campaigns, engaging donors, and managing financial resources to ensure their organization can fund its mission-driven initiatives. Passion for social impact and commitment to ethical standards are hallmarks of this career path.