Location: Hudson County, NJ
Position Summary: As a critical member of the Executive Management team, the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will report directly to the Executive Director and take a strategic leadership role in managing the financial functions of the organization. This position requires not only strong technical accounting and financial management skills but also a strategic mindset to navigate the unique challenges faced by nonprofit organizations, including compliance with funder guidelines, managing restricted funds, and driving sustainability. The CFO will oversee all financial operations, ensuring that the organization’s mission is supported by sound financial planning, analysis, and risk management.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Financial Leadership: Provide financial guidance and strategic insights to the Executive Director and Board of Directors, supporting the organization’s long-term goals, sustainability, and mission alignment.
- Financial Planning & Analysis: Lead the development of annual budgets, multi-year financial forecasts, and financial plans to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. Analyze financial trends, variances, and forecasts, recommending corrective actions as needed.
- Financial Management & Oversight: Manage and supervise all aspects of the finance and accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger, and financial statements. Ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and all applicable regulatory laws.
- Grants & Fund Management: Oversee and ensure compliance with grant requirements, including tracking restricted and unrestricted funds. Collaborate with program managers to ensure that grant spending is aligned with programmatic goals and funder expectations.
- Internal Controls & Risk Management: Design and implement effective internal control systems to safeguard the organization’s assets and ensure the accuracy of financial data. Regularly assess risks and develop mitigation strategies to protect the financial integrity of the organization.
- Partnerships & Compliance: Serve as the organization’s financial liaison for external partners, funders, auditors, and regulators. Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulatory laws, including nonprofit-specific regulations such as Form 990 filings and audits.
- Board Reporting & Stakeholder Communication: Prepare and present financial reports to the Board of Directors and other key stakeholders,
- performance.
- Nonprofit Financial Expertise: Provide leadership in financial strategy specific to the nonprofit sector, including oversight of endowments, donor-advised funds, and capital campaigns. Ensure that resources are aligned to support key programmatic and operational goals.
- Team Leadership & Development: Mentor and develop the finance and accounting staff, fostering an environment of continuous improvement. Implement best practices in financial management and reporting to support the organization’s growth and mission.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Education: MBA in Accounting or Finance and/or CPA designation highly desirable.
- Experience: 10+ years of progressively responsible financial leadership experience, ideally within the nonprofit sector. Experience with grant management, fund accounting, and familiarity with financial challenges unique to nonprofit organizations is strongly preferred.
- Technology Proficiency: Proficiency with financial management software and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel. Experience with nonprofit-specific accounting systems (such as Blackbaud, QuickBooks Nonprofit Edition, or similar) is a plus.
Personal Attributes:
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with executive leadership, staff, and external stakeholders.
- High degree of integrity, ethics, and confidentiality in handling sensitive financial information.
- A proactive, hands-on strategic thinker who can manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
- Ability to analyze complex financial data and make sound decisions based on accurate and timely information.
- Commitment to the organization’s mission and values, with a deep understanding of the financial role in supporting programmatic success.
Other Skills & Abilities: Proficiency in financial software and tools relevant to nonprofit financial management. Ability to lead the organization through periods of financial transition, growth, or uncertainty with clarity and confidence.
Salary Range: Starting salary range is $95,000 to $120,000, depending on experience.
How to Apply: Eligible candidates are encouraged to submit an updated resume directly to information@beof.org.
This is a 10-month position, scheduled to work from September to June each year.
DESCRIPTION:
The Family Worker works with enrolled families of children 3-5 years old to deliver services to support family well-being, child learning and development, and foster parental confidence and skills that promote the early learning and development of their children. This is accomplished through individualized family partnership plans that consider family strengths, needs, and goals, along with any existing plans made with other community agencies. The Family Worker works directly with families and is supervised by the Family and Community Partnership Manager.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Ensures that Family Needs Assessment and Family Goals are completed within 90 days of family enrollment
- Maintain compliance with Head Start program standards and procedures
- Work with families to ensure consistent child attendance
- Perform daily data entry into our child file databases
- Work with Social Service staff to support recruitment and enrollment
- Perform other duties as assigned in support of the program needs and operation
- Be able to perform all the essential functions of the position
- Ability to work independently, but also be a team player
- Ability to problem-solve and handle sensitive information and difficult situations tactfully and confidentially
- Must be able to use a computer for written communication, data entry, spreadsheet applications, and report creation
REQUIREMENTS:
- Must show a negative TB Test and obtain a health provider statement showing free of communicable diseases
- Required COVID – 19 vaccine
- Must receive clearance from Background, Child Abuse, and Sex Offenders checks
- Must be able to speak clearly and fully comprehend written and spoken English. Those who are multilingual are strongly encouraged to apply with knowledge of Spanish and the Arabic languages.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATION:
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- Degree in social work, human services, family services, counseling, or a related field
- Two years’ experience working in social work, human services, family services, counseling, or a related field
- Proficient computer skills, including database systems and access to email and internet
TO APPLY:
Send resume to dduarte@bayonneheadstart.org by November 20, 2024, with the following information:
- Cover letter that addresses the required qualifications
- Current resume
- Names and contact email information for two references
Position:
Temporary leave replacement substitute teacher to replace regular teacher for a period of 3 to 4 months in a pre-school setting in Bayonne, N.J.
Hours – 8:15 am to 3:45 pm Monday to Friday
Responsibilities:
- Develop weekly lesson plans aligned with the High Scope Curriculum
- Enter daily attendance and meals counts of children submitting monthly reports to content area coordinator
- Conduct developmental screenings and ongoing assessments within the required time frames
- Maintain anecdotal notes, as well as developmental and numerical data records on each child
- Participation in Teacher meetings
Qualifications:
- BA or AA Degree in Early Childhood or related field
- Submit to background checks, physical and Mantoux testing
- Proficient computer skills and access to email and internet
- Ability to speak, read, write and comprehend the English language
To apply send email to glovell@bayonneheadstart.org
Head Start Teacher
10 months – Full-time
Hours 8:15 am to 3:45 pm
Description:
- Be responsible for providing a stimulating and educational learning environment and implementing the High Scope Curriculum.
- Provide a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment in the classroom
- Foster school readiness goals through the implementation of daily lesson plans
- Conduct family visits and parent/teacher conferences
- Complete assessments utilizing tools such as COR and ESI
- Ensure the safety and well-being of the children
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in early childhood, or related field
- NJ Pre-K-3 certification or Certificate of Eligibility
- Teaching experience with children ages 3 to 5 years old
- Proficiency in written and verbal language skills in English
- Knowledge of Arabic and Spanish a plus
- Basic skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Successful completion of background check, fingerprinting and Mantoux test
How to Apply:
Send resume to glovell@bayonneheadstart.org
Job Title: Weatherization Crew Leader
Location: Bayonne, NJ
Agency: Bayonne Economic Opportunity Foundation (BEOF)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Date: 2024
Position Summary:
The Weatherization Crew Leader is a hands-on management role focused on leading a crew of weatherization staff in green energy efforts. The position involves coordinating daily operations, maintaining equipment, and ensuring the safety and effectiveness of all weatherization activities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage a crew of weatherization staff, ensuring all tasks are completed efficiently and safely.
- Conduct home energy assessments and oversee the installation of energy-saving measures.
- Maintain and ensure proper use of vehicles, tools, and equipment.
- Collaborate with clients to explain weatherization measures and provide excellent customer service.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA standards and agency safety policies.
- Complete job reports and maintain accurate records of materials, equipment, and costs.
- Promote a positive, professional, and eco-friendly work environment.
Qualifications:
- High School diploma or equivalent; additional trades training preferred.
- 1+ years of construction or remodeling experience; supervisory experience preferred.
- Knowledge of building codes, materials, and green energy practices.
- OSHA 10-hour safety training required; additional certifications (e.g., OSHA 30-hour, BPI) preferred or must be obtained after hire.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record mandatory
Work Environment:
- Hands-on work in various environments, including confined and potentially uncomfortable spaces.
- Regular physical activity, including lifting and moving materials.