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Chief Financial Officer
The El Paso Firemen & Policemen's Pension Fund, established in 1920, provides retirement, survivor, and disability benefits to the uniformed public safety employees of El Paso. Managing nearly $2 billion in assets for 1,211 police and 854 firefighter retirees, we are committed to ensuring the financial security and well-being of our members through prudent management and strategic planning.

Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced, dynamic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to oversee all financial aspects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in government finance and accounting, excellent leadership skills, and a deep understanding of public pension fund operations. The CFO must reside in the El Paso region but works remotely, attending monthly and occasional special meetings.
Position: Chief Financial Officer
Organization: El Paso Firemen and Policemen’s Pension Fund
Location: El Paso,  TX 
United States
Salary: $164,970 - $279,476
Posting Start Date: 11/14/2024
Date Posted: 11/14/2024
Requirements Responsibilities:
  • Plan, coordinate, direct, and evaluate the financial operations of the Fund.
  • Establish, monitor, and maintain financial systems, processes, and internal controls.
  • Document and maintain written policies and procedures for financial operations.
  • Provide financial management leadership to the Executive Director, Board of Trustees, Board Committees, external auditors, and consultants.
  • Supervise financial-related activities, including accounts payable, payroll administration, financial reporting, capital assets accounting, and cash management.
  • Ensure transparency and compliance with accounting standards, procedures, and legal requirements.
  • Hire, train, manage, and evaluate accounting staff.
  • Appraise the organization's financial position and prepare regular and ad hoc reports.
  • Develop, implement, coordinate, and manage the annual budgeting process, long-range financial planning, requests for proposal documents, and financial strategies.
  • Participate in due diligence efforts, ensuring all necessary financial information and compliance requirements are met.
  • Account for Fund investments, working closely with investment advisors and Trustees.
  • Collaborate with other departments and stakeholders to support overall Fund mission.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
  • Minimum of 10 years of finance experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
  • Experience managing public pension funds or similar financial institutions.
  • Strong knowledge of investment management, financial planning, and budgeting.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Proven abilities to devise the organizational budget; lead and develop high-performing teams; work independently; develop and implement policies and procedures; prepare various reports and documents; prioritize work and multitask.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Knowledge of GAAP for government accounting and reporting principles, relevant laws and regulations, auditing standards, financial systems, and long-range planning methods.
Salary and Benefits:
  • Competitive salary ranging from $164,970 to $279,476, commensurate with experience.
  • Opportunity to make a significant impact on the financial security of public safety employees.
  • Collaborative and supportive work environment.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter detailing their qualifications
and experience to Lena H. Ellis at l.ellis@epfppf.org. Position open until filled.
 
Status: This listing expires on: 12/14/2024
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Organization Information
Name:
El Paso Firemen and Policemen’s Pension Fund
Address:
909 E. San Antonio Avenue

El Paso,  TX 79901
United States
Email:
l.ellis@epfppf.org
Phone:
(915) 771-8111
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Contact:
Lena H. Ellis

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