Interim Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid – 3–4 days in office)

Duration: Interim, approximately 5–6 months

Pay Rate: $80–$90/hour

Make a Mission-Driven Impact Where It Matters Most

A respected nonprofit human services organization in the Washington, DC area is seeking an experienced Interim Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to provide strategic and operational financial leadership during a transitional period.

About the Role

This is a hands-on interim CFO role, overseeing the Controller and Staff Accountant, while serving as a strategic advisor to the CEO, Executive Team, Treasurer, and Board of Directors. The ideal candidate brings prior nonprofit financial leadership experience within human services, and is comfortable navigating complex funding, compliance, and regulatory environments. Experience with Medicaid billing is highly preferred.

While this role is intended as a temporary engagement, the organization anticipates launching a permanent search and conversion to full-time employment may be possible for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Financial Leadership

Lead the financial components of organizational strategic planning in close partnership with the CEO, Executive Team, Treasurer, and Board
Provide forward-looking financial analysis to support sound decision-making, long-term sustainability, and risk mitigation
Evaluate financial implications of growth opportunities, including new programs and potential mergers or acquisitions
Collaborate with leadership to track performance against strategic goals and continuously improve financial systems and processes

Financial Oversight & Operations

Oversee preparation and presentation of financial reports, forecasts, and analyses for leadership, Board, and external stakeholders
Manage cash flow forecasting, annual budgeting, payroll oversight, and the annual audit process
Maintain and strengthen financial controls, policies, and procedures
Ensure effective coordination between Finance and HR functions
Manage relationships with financial institutions, investment advisors, payroll vendors, and property management partners

Risk Management & Compliance

Oversee compliance across contracts, grants, licenses, audits, reporting requirements, and multiple legal entities
Manage compliance related to Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) properties, including asset management for owned sites
Identify financial and compliance risks and proactively advise the CEO, Treasurer, and Board
Serve as a financial liaison with legal counsel as needed
Provide financial insight on prospective contracts and agreements

Systems & Tools

Accounting Software: QuickBooks Desktop
AP Platform: Bill.com
Budgeting & Forecasting: Excel
(Experience with these tools is helpful but not required)

Ideal Candidate Profile

Proven CFO or senior finance leadership experience within nonprofit human services organizations
Strong understanding of complex funding streams, compliance, and audits
Medicaid billing experience strongly preferred
Comfortable operating in both strategic and hands-on capacities
Confident communicator with Board-level presence
Available for a hybrid work schedule in Washington, DC

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