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Opportunity As FSG enters the second decade of operations, we are seeking a Chief Financial Officer that can help lead the firm into a new phase of growth and international expansion. FSG projects roughly $12 million in revenue for 2010 (both grant-finding and fee-for-service) and is on track for a 6th consecutive year of growth in 2010 with a five-year CAGR of 23%. As a member of the Leadership Team, the CFO will work closely with Managing Directors in all 5 of FSG’s offices in the United States and Switzerland. This Leadership Team oversees all major decisions for the firm and the CFO is expected to lead the firm’s decision-making process in issues related to accounting, finance, and information technology. This is a great opportunity for an experienced, hands-on CFO who is passionate about social change and enthusiastic about helping a high performing firm achieve the next level of growth and international impact. Chief Financial Officer Key Responsibilities The Chief Financial Officer will be a critical member of the FSG Leadership Team and will assume full responsibility for all aspects of FSG’s finances and information technology and play a key role in all strategic planning and decision making. Specific responsibilities include: Strategy • Participate in Leadership Team decision-making processes, providing analysis and insights to support the discussion • Work closely with Managing Directors in each office to address financial, operational and strategic issues as needed • Report to the board and work with the board audit and compensation committee on key issues and trends in FSG’s financial performance and operating model • Work collaboratively with other members of the FSG team on projects that build and improve FSG’s infrastructure Financial and Operational Management • Lead all aspects of FSG’s finance and accounting operations, including: • Oversee accurate and timely completion of payroll, invoice and bank activities • Monitor receivables and prepare monthly income statements and profitability analyses • Direct the annual budgeting process and report on variances to the Leadership Team • Lead the development and implementation of the investment and cash management policy • Maintain strong relationships with bankers, brokers and key vendors, negotiating major contracts on behalf of FSG (e.g., leases) • Manage client contract and grant reporting • Oversee the annual audit and all tax compliance • Ensure financial statements are maintained in accordance with US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) • Oversee financial and legal reporting obligations outside of the US (particularly in Switzerland and Germany) • Guide strategic decision-making through financial reporting and forecasting • Oversee FSG’s information technology needs, including: • Ensure IT solutions grow with our organization to support our consulting and operations teams with state-of-the-art technologies • Continue to upgrade and integrate accounting, billing and reporting software • Recommend and structure key capital expenditures • Participate in technology decisions related to knowledge management, professional development, communications, and administration. Team Management • Develop, mentor and manage direct staff, including our Business Manager, Accounting Manager and IT Specialist • Contribute to the development of other FSGers, as opportunities arise based on project staffing • As a Leadership Team member, provide guidance on attracting and developing leading talent across FSG, particularly in FSG operations

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