About Caring Partners

Caring Partners of Morris & Sussex is a mission-driven, non-profit care management organization committed to strengthening families and supporting children with complex needs. In partnership with community providers, Caring Partners helps children with severe emotional, behavioral, developmental, and/or substance use challenges remain safe and supported at home, in school, and in their communities. Guided by a strength-based philosophy, we empower families through advocacy, education, and connection to critical resources.

With over 20 years of continuous contract funding, a deeply experienced leadership team, and a culture of collaboration and support, Caring Partners provides a uniquely stable yet innovative environment for employees to thrive and for children and families to receive the best possible care.

Executive Summary:

Caring Partners seeks a seasoned, mission-driven Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to provide strategic fiscal leadership and operational excellence for a dynamic non-profit serving children and families in Morris and Sussex Counties. The CFO will serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO and Board of Directors, ensuring financial sustainability, compliance, and long-term growth while aligning resources to advance the organization’s mission. This is an exceptional opportunity for a collaborative financial executive who thrives at the intersection of strategy, stewardship, and community impact.

What You’ll Love About This Role:

Impact: Directly influence financial and operational strategy to support children and families in need.
Voice & Innovation: Opportunity to shape systems, processes, and technology to improve efficiency.
Collaboration: Work alongside a deeply experienced, supportive leadership team with decades of dedication.
Culture: Join an organization that values employees as its greatest asset and fosters retention, support, and professional growth.
Stability: Caring Partners has maintained secure contract funding for over 20 years and is fully funded into the next fiscal year.

What Will Challenge You:

Managing the unpredictability of a census-driven budget.
Wearing multiple hats across finance, operations, compliance, and HR-related responsibilities.
Balancing regulatory rigor with the agility required for growth and innovation.

The Opportunity:

Caring Partners seeks an accomplished and values-driven Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to serve as a key member of its executive leadership team. This is a highly visible role for a strategic finance leader who can balance the rigor of compliance with the vision of advancing an essential mission. The CFO will oversee all financial and business operations, ensure fiscal integrity, safeguard organizational assets, and provide the leadership necessary to sustain long-term financial health.

The CFO will be a collaborative partner to the CEO, the Board of Directors, and program leaders, aligning financial strategy with organizational priorities while cultivating a culture of accountability, transparency, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

The Chief Financial Officer will provide leadership and oversight across all aspects of financial management and operations, including:

Strategic & Fiscal Leadership

Lead financial strategy, annual budgets, forecasts, and long-range planning in alignment with the mission and state contract requirements.
Provide strategic counsel to the CEO and Board on fiscal planning, risk management, and resource allocation.

Financial Operations & Compliance

Direct accounting functions, accounts payable/receivable, balance sheet management, and monthly/annual closings.
Oversee regulatory reporting, audits, and compliance with all contractual, state, and federal requirements (including Medicaid billing policies and Annex A/B under the DMAHS Contract Manual).
Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements and reports for executive leadership and the Board.

Operational Management

Oversee payroll, employee benefit plans, insurance coverage, procurement, leasing, and vendor relations.
Manage corporate risk, including insurance claims, fiscal audits, and ERISA compliance for retirement plans.
Maintain effective financial policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory mandates.

Leadership & Governance

Supervise and mentor finance staff, fostering professional development and departmental excellence.
Serve as a member of the Finance Committee and CFO CMO Committee; attend and present at Board meetings. Act as a visible ambassador of Caring Partners’ mission in relationships with families, providers, vendors, and community stakeholders.

Candidate Profile/Required Qualifications:

The successful candidate will bring a blend of technical expertise, leadership acumen, and mission alignment, including:

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business required; Master’s preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of senior-level accounting or finance leadership in the non-profit sector.
Demonstrated expertise (SME) in:
Managing state and federal contracts and Medicaid billing compliance.
Leading audits and maintaining fiscal health in a census-driven environment.
Negotiating contracts, benefit plans, and insurance programs.
Serving as fiduciary for 401(k) plans.
Experience managing budgets of $5–10M or larger.
Strong business and finance acumen with a forward-thinking, solutions-oriented mindset.
Technology-savvy, with experience in accounting/finance software and openness to new tools.
Exceptional interpersonal, communication, organizational and leadership skills. Detail oriented and strategic mindset.
Strong supervisory experience with the ability to lead, mentor, and inspire high-performing teams.
Ethical, collaborative, and mission-driven, with the ability to balance financial stewardship and community impact.
Valid NJ Driver’s License required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Familiarity with RFPs and CARF accreditation.
Experience with MS Office, SAGE/Peachtree, Primepoint, and Crystal Reports.

Compensation & Benefits

Caring Partners offers a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive benefits program designed to support employee well-being and professional growth, including:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
Long-term disability and AD&D coverage
Generous paid time off program

Why Join Us?

This is a rare opportunity to bring financial leadership to a highly respected, mission-centered organization making a profound impact on the lives of children and families. The CFO will play a critical role in ensuring the long-term sustainability and growth of Caring Partners, while working alongside a passionate and dedicated team.

If you are a strategic, hands-on financial leader who thrives in mission-driven environments, we invite you to apply.

Application Deadline: October 6, 2025

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $115,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Rockaway, NJ 07866

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