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Chief Financial Officer (CFO) – Full-Time | Derby, CT
Compensation: 110k -140k
A nonprofit organization based in Derby, CT is seeking an experienced
Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to provide senior‑level financial leadership with an immediate focus on audit preparation, federal grant accounting, and financial oversight. This is a high‑impact opportunity for a proven
Chief Financial Officer with deep nonprofit experience who can step in as a strategic and hands‑on finance leader.
The
Chief Financial Officer will play a critical role in strengthening financial operations, ensuring compliance, and supporting leadership through audit readiness and reporting requirements.
Why This Chief Financial Officer Role Is Unique
- Immediate focus on audit preparation and financial leadership
- Opportunity to support and strengthen federal and grant accounting processes
- High‑visibility role working closely with executive leadership
- Ideal for a seasoned nonprofit Chief Financial Officer who thrives in complex, compliance‑driven environments
Key Responsibilities Of The Chief Financial Officer
- Lead all financial preparation for upcoming audits
- Review financial statements, schedules, and supporting documentation
- Serve as the primary audit liaison, responding to auditor requests
- Ensure financial controls and documentation are audit‑ready
- Oversee federal grant accounting and financial reporting
- Ensure compliance with grant guidelines and regulatory requirements
- Review grant budgets, allowable costs, and reporting submissions
- Strengthen internal controls related to grant and federal funding
- Assist with budget development and revisions as needed
- Provide financial insight and analysis to leadership
- Support long‑term financial planning initiatives
- Provide high‑level financial leadership and decision support
- Assess financial risks and opportunities
- Act as a trusted advisor to senior management
Preferred Qualifications For The Chief Financial Officer
- Prior experience at the Chief Financial Officer level
- Strong nonprofit finance background
- Extensive experience with audits and audit preparation
- Expertise in federal and grant accounting and reporting
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Proven ability to lead, advise, and communicate at the executive level
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