Chief Financial Officer
Pittsburgh, PA
Hybrid
Position Overview
Join a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the health and well-being of women, children, fathers, and families through community-based programs, advocacy, research, and systems collaboration. Every role contributes to strengthening communities, expanding access to vital resources, and creating lasting impact for families across the region. Be part of a team committed to building healthier, more connected, and more equitable communities for all.
As Chief Financial Officer, you will serve as the organization’s strategic financial leader, overseeing fiscal operations, compliance, budgeting, reporting, and long-term financial planning. You will partner with executive leadership, the Finance Committee, and the Board to guide financial strategy, manage complex funding streams, and ensure strong stewardship of resources. In this role, you will lead the finance team, strengthen financial systems, and support sustainable mission-driven growth.
Responsibilities
- Partner with executive leadership to drive long-term financial strategy, sustainability, and organizational planning
- Lead financial forecasting, modeling, reporting, and analysis to support strategic decision-making
- Oversee budgeting, cash flow management, and organizational financial performance
- Direct all accounting operations, including monthly close, financial statements, and general ledger integrity
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards, grant requirements, and all federal, state, and local filings
- Develop and maintain strong financial policies, procedures, and internal controls
- Lead the annual audit process and manage relationships with auditors, banks, and investment partners
- Present financial reports and recommendations to executive leadership, Finance Committee, and Board of Directors
- Supervise and develop accounting staff while providing overall leadership for the finance function
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required; CPA designation strongly preferred
- 8+ years of progressive financial leadership and management experience
- 5+ years managing finances within a nonprofit organization
- Strong knowledge of nonprofit accounting practices, GAAP standards, and federal grant compliance requirements
- Proven experience in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic analysis
- Demonstrated ability to present financial data and recommendations to Boards of Directors and Finance Committees
- Expertise in developing internal controls, financial policies, and operational procedures
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Hands-on experience leading and coordinating annual external audits
- Position is primarily office-based, involving extended periods of sitting, typing, phone communication, and general administrative work
- Occasional physical activity may include light lifting, carrying, bending, standing, walking, and filing
- Requires strong mental focus and sustained visual and auditory attention in a fast-paced work environment
- Approximately 30% of responsibilities may take place in the field or at community-based locations outside the office.
- Out-of-town and overnight travel may be required on occasion
- Other:
- COVID-19 vaccination
- Act 33/34 and FBI clearances are required
- Must possess a valid unrestricted Pennsylvania Driver’s License
- Must possess current and valid unrestricted automobile insurance and be listed as an insured driver
- Must have reliable transportation to support families on a need basis
Compensation
- Salary: $100,000 - $120,000
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- For full-time employees, Healthy Start pays 100% of the cost for several sponsored benefits, including:
- Life Insurance
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Plan, subject to plan eligibility requirements
- Four weeks of maternity leave
- 403(b) Plan with employer matching
- 15 days PTO
- 13 Paid holidays
Career Blazers Nonprofit Search maintains a broad focus so that your search can be thorough, and inclusive of all relevant options. We carefully consider your desired outcome, skills, and experience. The professionals at Career Blazers Nonprofit Search maintain your confidentiality and will not send your resume to a client without your approval.
Career Blazers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
