This role presents an exciting opportunity for an experienced financial leader to guide the fiscal strategy of a mission-driven nonprofit organization. The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will play a pivotal role in ensuring long-term financial health, strengthening operational performance, and supporting high-quality services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. As a key member of the executive team, the CFO will partner closely with the CEO and organizational leaders to drive transparency, accountability, and sustainable growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the organization’s financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and audit coordination.
- Provide strategic financial planning to support organizational goals, growth initiatives, and program expansion.
- Oversee risk management practices and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as nonprofit financial standards.
- Develop financial models, dashboards, and analyses to inform decision-making and identify trends or emerging challenges.
- Ensure accurate, timely financial information through effective management of accounting systems and databases.
- Partner with program, operations, and executive leaders to align financial strategies with mission-driven priorities.
- Present clear, data-informed financial insights to the CEO, Board of Directors, and key stakeholders.
- Supervise and mentor finance staff, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field; master’s degree preferred.
- 10–15 years of progressive financial and management experience within a nonprofit organization.
- Prior senior leadership experience overseeing financial operations in a complex, multi-program nonprofit environment.
- Demonstrated expertise in financial analysis, forecasting, and the development of solutions to complex financial challenges.
- Strong knowledge of accounting systems, financial databases, and reporting tools.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate financial information for diverse audiences.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills, with a commitment to accuracy and transparency.
Key Competencies & Attributes
- Strategic thinker with the ability to balance long-term planning and day-to-day financial oversight.
- Collaborative leadership style with the capacity to influence cross-functional teams.
- High level of integrity, judgment, and discretion.
- Ability to work effectively in a mission-focused, person-centered environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to navigate complex funding and regulatory structures.