Position Summary
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a key member of the executive leadership team and provides strategic financial oversight for a nonprofit organization. Reporting directly to the President, the CFO is responsible for guiding financial strategy, ensuring long-term fiscal sustainability, and supporting mission-driven growth. This role is well suited for a collaborative, forward-thinking nonprofit finance leader who can balance strong financial stewardship with strategic planning as the organization expands its programs, funding sources, and community impact.
Key Responsibilities
Executive & Strategic Leadership
- Serve as a strategic advisor to the President and Board of Directors on nonprofit financial planning, risk management, and organizational growth.
- Lead long-term financial strategy aligned with the organization’s mission, values, and strategic plan.
- Develop financial models and scenario planning to support program expansion, new initiatives, and diversified revenue streams.
- Partner with executive and program leadership to evaluate the financial impact of programmatic and operational decisions.
Financial Management & Oversight
- Oversee all nonprofit accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting functions.
- Ensure timely, accurate financial statements for leadership, the Board, funders, and regulatory entities.
- Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
- Lead annual audits and manage relationships with external auditors and financial consultants.
Grants, Contracts & Revenue Support
- Provide executive oversight of grant and contract financial management and compliance.
- Collaborate with development and program teams on grant budgets, financial narratives, and reporting requirements.
- Monitor financial performance across programs, grants, and restricted and unrestricted funding sources.
Systems, Policies & Infrastructure
- Strengthen nonprofit financial systems, policies, and procedures to support organizational growth and complexity.
- Oversee financial systems, reporting tools, and process improvements.
- Ensure financial infrastructure promotes transparency, accountability, and sound stewardship of resources.
Team & Stakeholder Leadership
- Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing nonprofit finance team.
- Support professional development and cross-functional collaboration.
- Communicate financial performance and strategy clearly to the Board of Directors, funders, and key stakeholders.
- Represent the organization externally on financial and fiscal matters as needed.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required; MBA and/or CPA strongly preferred.
- Minimum of 8–10 years of senior financial leadership experience in a nonprofit or mission-driven organization.
- Deep knowledge of nonprofit finance, audits, grant compliance, and board reporting.
- Demonstrated experience supporting organizational growth and financial strategy in a nonprofit environment.
- Ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for non-financial audiences.
- High ethical standards, strong judgment, and commitment to equity, inclusion, and mission-centered leadership.
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic, growing nonprofit organization.
Work Schedule
This is a full-time, onsite position with a Monday–Friday schedule. Evening and weekend availability may be required to support organizational events, board meetings, and other duties as assigned.
Employee Benefits
Staff are eligible for HCWM’s comprehensive benefits program following 60 days of employment. These benefits include:
Medical Insurance: HCWM covers 80% of the premium for employees and 65% for dependents; employees are responsible for the remaining costs.
Dental and Vision Insurance: Available at 100% employee cost.
Retirement Plan: HCWM offers a dollar-for-dollar match up to 3% of salary under a SIMPLE IRA plan.
Life and Disability Insurance: Fully paid by HCWM. This includes:
o Life Insurance: $20,000 death benefit and an additional $20,000 for accidental death.
o Short-Term Disability: Pays 60% of weekly earnings (up to $900/week).
o Long-Term Disability: Pays 60% of monthly earnings (up to $4,000/month)
Time Off
After 60 days of employment, staff are eligible for the following paid time off:
- Vacation: 15 days per year for the first five years of service; increases to 20 days after five years.
- Sick Leave: 9 days per year.
- Holidays: 9 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday annually.
- Bereavement Leave: Up to 5 days, based on the relationship to the deceased.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $85,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year
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Work Location: In person
