Company Overview

Scouting America is the nation’s premier youth-serving organization, dedicated to instilling character and teaching leadership skills to generations of young people. Our mission is to prepare youth for life through engaging programs that foster personal growth and community involvement.

Summary

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a strategic leadership position responsible for the fiscal integrity, financial planning, and overall fiscal management of the Circle Ten Council. Reporting directly to the Scout Executive/CEO, the CFO oversees accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, internal controls, audits, payroll, tax compliance, and financial forecasting. This executive ensures sound fiscal stewardship, regulatory compliance, and strategic alignment with the council’s mission.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Governance

Serve as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, contributing to strategic planning, goal-setting, and cross-departmental initiatives.
Function as staff liaison for the Budget Committee and Audit Committee; present financial reports and insights to the Executive Board and stakeholders.
Provide strategic financial input on long-term plans, new initiatives, and partnerships.

Financial Management

Direct all financial functions including budgeting, accounting, financial reporting, cash management, and forecasting.
Develop and check key performance indicators and dashboards for internal and board reporting.
Lead the council’s annual budgeting process; manage financial models for multi-year forecasting.
Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements with variance analysis to support decision-making.
Maintain and enhance a robust system of internal controls and ensure compliance with GAAP.

Audit, Compliance, & Tax

Lead the preparation and execution of the annual external audit and ensure prompt resolution of findings.
Oversee the preparation and filing of IRS Form 990 and other tax filings.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws, grant regulations, and donor restrictions.
Manage federal and state funding contracts including grant compliance and fiscal reporting.

Team Development & Operations

Supervise and support the accounting team, promoting continuous learning and operational excellence.
Review and manage payroll operations, 403(b) contributions, and benefit reconciliations.
Train and support field and program staff, including seasonal camp business managers, on financial procedures.

Technology & Process Improvement

Optimize accounting and finance systems to improve reporting, efficiency, and compliance.
Lead the selection and implementation of financial systems and tools.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field required; master’s degree preferred.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required.
Minimum 10 years of progressive fiscal management experience, including 5+ years in a senior leadership role.
Nonprofit experience preferred, especially with federal/state grants and fund accounting.
Experience managing audits, budget development, and IRS compliance for nonprofit organizations.
Strong technology proficiency including accounting software and payroll systems (e.g., ADP Workforce Now).
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present financial concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
Proven leadership, supervisory, and team development skills.

Core Competencies

Strategic Thinking & Decision-Making
Financial Acumen
Integrity & Accountability
Organizational Planning
Communication & Presentation Skills
Team Leadership & Development
Business Process Improvement
Stakeholder Engagement

Compensation and Benefits:

The Circle Ten Council offers a competitive package of benefits to team members. The benefits offered are among the best in the nonprofit sector. The package includes major medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage in addition to long-term disability, accident, and life insurance.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and have the expertise to drive our financial strategy, we invite you to apply for the Chief Financial Officer position at Scouting America today!

How to apply:

Qualified candidates must submit a cover letter and resume and to Tammy.Washington@scouting.org.

Only the most qualified candidates will be contacted.

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Chief Financial Officer