• Are you passionate about addressing hunger and its root causes in our community?
• Do you want to work in a diverse, smart, and enthusiastic team?
• Do you want to thrive in a mission-driven environment where the work you do matters?
• Can you get your work done in 32 hours and join us in enjoying a four-day work week with a 3-day weekend to recharge?
• Do you value competitive benefits such as a generous professional development budget, medical, dental, vision plans, paid family leave, and a 401k with an employer match?

STARTING DATE: To be determined, we are committed to finding the right addition to our amazing team.

COMPENSATION: $120,000-160,000 full-time, exempt, annual salary. Metro Caring offers a fulfilling workplace and comprehensive benefits package, including joining a diverse, passionate, and collaborative team. We are implementing a four-day workweek and offer 120 hours per year of paid time off; paid sick leave; paid holidays; and paid family leave. Participation after 3 months in our 401K retirement plan with a 5% employer-paid match. Metro Caring supports flexible work schedules, and an organizational culture that centers on our mission and values, the pursuit of equity, continuous improvement, and community leadership in all we do.

As part of Metro Caring’s executive leadership team, the Chief Operations & Financial Officer (COFO) will participate in shaping the strategic direction of the organization, leveraging best practices, managing cross-functional organizational growth, and equity-driven results that enhance cohesion across Metro Caring. This leadership position is responsible for financial oversight and leadership of organizational functions that provide the infrastructure for the team to successfully execute Metro Caring’s mission. The COFO leads toward strong, values-aligned operations. If you have a passion and drive for this work, and you believe that together we can end hunger at its root, we want to hear from you. This role reports to the CEO- Integrator.

QUALIFICATION, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Applicants must have a minimum of five years of experience in the non-profit or social entrepreneurship space.
• MBA, MPA, Non-profit Management, Finance, or équivalent.
• Skills in communication, management, collaboration, and culture building.
• The role demands an intelligent, strategic thinker with exceptional interpersonal skills and a dedication to serving with integrity and transparency.

Key Financial and Budget Responsibilities

• Budget preparation: oversee a collaborative budgeting process to generate an annual budget that allows the execution of the mission and vision which aligns with organizational
• The COFO will also prepare the budget to interpret and effectively communicate financial information and analysis. Overseeing all financial activities, including budget preparation, cash flow management, financial reporting, and annual audit
• Budget management: working with the development team and program managers to set goals and allocate funds.
• Financial forecasting: Forecasting return on investment (ROI) for programs; planning for funding cycle ups and downs.
• Financial reporting: Presenting monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements to executives and the Board of Directors.
• Enhance and ensure sound business, risk management, and financial systems policies, procedures, and internal controls; ensure the accuracy of accounting and finance processes in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and nonprofit best
• Engage with Metro Caring’s Board of Directors and funding partners when support, knowledge, and expertise are needed.
• Provide coordination for the finance committee and work with the treasurer to support the Board of Directors in their fiscal oversight function.
• Work with the investment committee to ensure values-aligned investment and management of our assets.

Essential Strategic and Operational Responsibilities

• Lead and support Metro Caring’s mission by guiding the tactical and strategic management of the finance function and other internal business operations to align with the execution of organizational
• Provide a framework for a positive, equitable employee experience (including process, professional development, and retention strategies)
• Partner with CEOs to set north star for the generation and tracking of organizational goals, quarterly rocks, and accountability processes (to align with the Traction/EOS model)
• Lead and support strong cross-functional communication of goals and learnings in a growth­ oriented environment
• The ideal candidate will be a strong leader who brings people together and makes connections between the intersectional aspects of Metro Caring’s They will also be a detail-oriented leader who can effectively manage, engage, and empower a team of four direct reports.
• Lead and support the management of people and expectations through change and organizational growth
• Provide staff with the tools and software to successfully complete their work
• Bring a commitment to equity and an unquestionable passion for the purpose and mission of Metro Caring to planning, decision-making, and problem-solving
• Tactically execute with a strong data orientation and a proven ability to use metrics to drive decisions and achieve strategic objectives.
• Conceptualize and analyze problems and solutions in a constructive, collaborative manner geared toward helping the entire organization.

 The COFO will have the ability to support Metro Caring’s vision of co-creating with community and organizing operations in a manner that energizes others to commit and invest. This leader will also offer genuine empathy for others with a focus on deeply understanding the rich Metro Caring community. They will have an appreciation for working in partnership and service with in a community of diverse populations, treating others with respect regardless of race, ethnicity, age, education, socio­ economic status, sexual orientation, or physical and mental abilities.

The COFO must bring appreciation and excitement to be part of a team that is focused on identifying creative and efficient solutions. They will have a keen sense of opportunities for financial growth and proactively take steps to mitigate organizational risk. The COFO should be a collaborative leader and strategic partner. The successful candidate will ensure that team members are actively involved and invested in activities and decisions that promote teamwork to achieve goals.

This position requires collaboration and will exhibit openness to others’ views; give and welcome constructive feedback; contribute to building a positive team spirit; and put Metro Caring’s interest above their own. In alignment with Metro Caring’s culture, the COFO will be humble, empathetic, inspiring, and dependable with a high degree of emotional intelligence. This leader will also keep abreast of current economic, political, legislative, technical, or general business trends in the Denver community that may affect Metro Caring and their mission. The COFO will embrace a proactive, positive, open, and effective communication style.

Please note: Research suggests that women and 8/POC individuals may self-select out of opportunities if they don’t meet 100% of the job qualifications and/or requirements. We encourage anyone who believes they have the skills and the drive necessary to succeed here to apply for this role.

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter to Please use your cover letter to communicate why you are excited to work to help build a sustainable anti-hunger movement in our community. Priority will be given to applicants who submit their materials before 5:00 PM MT by September 9, 2024.

Applicants must have reliable transportation. Relocation costs are not covered by Metro Caring.

Metro Caring is an equal-opportunity employer. The organization is dedicated to the goal of building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive staff. We encourage applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds. Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BlPOC), veterans, first-generation Americans, and those who identify as LGBTQ and non-binary are strongly encouraged to apply.

Come be a part of building a movement to end hunger at its root causes and champion food as a basic human right in solidarity with community!