Job Description

About Rung for Women

FLSA Status: Full-Time

Department: Executive Team

Reports To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Location: Rung for Women

Pay Range: $140,000 - $150,000

Position Summary

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) serves as a strategic member of the executive leadership team and is responsible for the overall financial health, administrative infrastructure, and operational stewardship of the organization. The CFO provides leadership for finance, accounting, budgeting, forecasting, risk management, compliance, and resource allocation while ensuring organizational sustainability and mission impact. This role also provides oversight of the Operations Team, ensuring that financial, operational, and facility resources are aligned with organizational priorities.

Key Responsibilities

Enterprise Strategy & Executive Leadership

Serve as a strategic advisor and thought partner to the CEO.
Participate in enterprise strategic planning and organizational decision-making.
Develop long-range financial and operational strategies to support growth.
Provide executive leadership in organizational change management and scaling initiatives.
Partner with executive leaders to ensure organizational priorities are appropriately resourced.

Financial Leadership & Stewardship

Lead all accounting, financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting activities.
Develop multi-year financial projections and sustainability models.
Oversee cash flow management, reserves, investments, and liquidity strategies.
Ensure sound fiscal management and stewardship of organizational assets.
Develop financial dashboards and performance indicators.

Governance, Compliance & Risk Management

Ensure compliance with GAAP, federal and state regulations, grant requirements, and IRS regulations.
Lead annual audits and tax filings.
Establish enterprise risk management practices.
Present financial information to the Board of Directors.

Operational Leadership

Provide executive oversight of operational systems and administrative infrastructure.
Lead the Director of Operations in implementing efficient and scalable business processes.
Oversee vendor management, contracts, and procurement strategies.
Identify opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement.

Facilities & Building Experience Leadership

Provide executive oversight of the organization's physical assets and facilities.
Partner with the Director of Facilities & Building Experience to create a welcoming and mission-aligned environment.
Oversee capital planning and facility improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess a combination of strategic financial leadership, operational expertise, and people leadership, including:

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field required.
MBA or other relevant master's degree strongly preferred.
CPA, CMA, or other relevant professional certification is a plus.
Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible financial leadership experience, including responsibility for organizational financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting, and financial operations.
Minimum of 5 years of senior leadership experience leading teams, developing talent, and managing organizational resources.
Demonstrated experience overseeing budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, internal controls, audits, compliance, and risk management.
Experience partnering with executive leadership to support strategic planning, organizational growth, and data-informed decision-making.
Nonprofit financial management experience preferred.
Experience working with Boards of Directors, Finance Committees, and executive leadership teams preferred.
Exceptional analytical, communication, and relationship-building skills with the ability to translate complex financial information into actionable business insights.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Strong financial acumen and strategic planning capabilities.
Knowledge of nonprofit accounting principles, grant management, and compliance requirements.
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to translate complex financial information into actionable business recommendations.
Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
Experience managing organizational change and growth.
High level of integrity, professionalism, and sound judgment.

Leadership Competencies

Strategic Thinking
Financial Stewardship
Operational Leadership
Decision Making
Change Management
Collaboration
Accountability
Results Orientation
Risk Management
Executive Presence

Success Measures

Financial sustainability and stewardship.
Achievement of budget and forecasting goals.
Effective audit and compliance outcomes.
Strong operational and facility performance.
Strategic allocation of organizational resources.
Support of organizational growth and mission impact.

Why Rung for Women?

Benefits

Rung for Women believes our success depends on attracting, retaining, and investing in talented staff who are passionate about our mission. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision (Rung covers the majority of employee costs)
Retirement: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
Paid Time Off:
- Up to 3 weeks’ vacation
- 1 week off at the end of December
- 1-week sick time
- 20 hours volunteer time
- 9 paid holidays annually
Paid Family & Medical Leave:
- Up to 12 weeks for birth of a child or personal serious illness
- Up to 2 weeks to care for a loved one
Cell Phone Reimbursement: Up to $75/month
Professional Development: Up to $2,000 annually plus monthly in-services
Team Building: Regular staff and department connection activities

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and any other relevant materials to https://rungforwomen.org/rung-careers/

Disclaimer

This job description is not intended to be exhaustive. Duties may evolve based on organizational needs.

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