- Role: Chief Financial Officer
- Location: Washington, DC
- (Hybrid 3x a week
- Benefits Provided: generous health, retirement, and insurance plans are standard in such associations
- Salary Base: 210-225k
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
We are partnering with a well-established, mission-driven organization to identify a seasoned Chief Financial Officer to lead financial strategy, operations, and governance.
This is not a traditional CFO seat. It is a finance + operations + revenue leadership role with direct ownership across multiple business lines including membership, conferences, marketing, and technology. The individual must operate as a strategic partner to leadership and the Board while driving revenue growth and organizational sustainability
Please review carefully before applying. These are strict requirements.
Qualified candidates will have a minimum of 10 years of experience operating in a senior-level finance leadership role, with demonstrated accountability at the executive and board level.
Requirements
- 10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience
- Must come industry experience out of: Associations (preferred )Nonprofit organizations (secondary
- Experience working with Revenue Size: $10M-$30M
- Experience managing teams outside of finance (membership, marketing, tech, events)
Core Responsibilities
- Direct Reports: 5 direct reports, Controller, Senior Director of Technology, Senior Director of Membership, Senior Director of Marketing, Conference/Events lead
- Oversees overall financial operations and ensures long-term financial health of the organization
- Leads development and management of ~$21M annual operating budget; partners with departments on planning and presents to Board with recommendations to maintain financial stability
- Serves as primary liaison to Board Finance and Audit Committee; builds strong executive-level relationships
- Directs conference and events function, ensuring cost-effective execution of large-scale conferences and virtual/in-person events
- Reviews and manages contracts related to events and operations to mitigate risk and align with organizational objectives
- Drives membership strategy across recruitment, retention, and renewals, ensuring membership remains a core revenue stream
- Partners cross-functionally with senior leadership to establish membership goals, track performance metrics, and support organizational sustainability
- Leads organization-wide marketing, branding, and promotions strategy aligned with long-term strategic priorities
- Collaborates with executive leadership to optimize service delivery across programs, products, and services to support revenue growth
- Oversees technology strategy and initiatives to improve operational efficiency, business continuity, and overall user/member experience
- Identifies and implements technology solutions to support growth initiatives, including conference systems, infrastructure, and data analytics
Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.
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Why choose Addison Finance & Accounting?
- Benefits & Bonuses: You are eligible for medical, dental, vision insurance benefits, 401K, and monetary bonuses
- Permanent Employment: Many of Addison’s Finance & Accounting job openings lead to potential permanent employment
- Connections: You connect directly with hiring managers from renowned organizations
- Options: You are presented multiple employment options near your home
- Professional Development: You are provided hiring process advice, resume revision, and employment term negotiation
Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.
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