Provide financial leadership that supports mission achievement while ensuring long-term fiscal sustainability.
Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), nonprofit accounting standards, and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Maintain strong internal controls to safeguard organizational assets and reduce financial risk.
Develop and execute the organization's annual operating budget and long-term financial plan.
Ensure timely and accurate filing of IRS Form 990 and other required tax and regulatory reports.
Direct the annual audit process and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors.
Oversee cash flow management to ensure sufficient liquidity for ongoing operations.
Ensure compliance with donor restrictions, contract requirements, and nonprofit governance best practices.
Develop financial forecasts and scenario analysis to support strategic decision-making.
Collaborate with executive leadership on strategic planning, scaling projects, and organizational growth initiatives.
Establish and monitor key financial performance indicators (KPIs) and organizational dashboards.
Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, treasury, investments, and general ledger functions.
Manage banking relationships, credit facilities, insurance coverage, and investment activities.
Maintain organizational financial policies and procedures.

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field required.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation required.
Master of Business Administration (MBA) preferred.
Minimum of 15 years' experience in accounting and financial management practices.
10+ years' experience in a senior management or executive leadership position.
Demonstrated expertise in financial planning and strategy, corporate finance, and forecasting.
Proven success in budget development and managing organizational profitability.
Strategic planning and vision, with the entrepreneurial capacity to identify and pursue growth opportunities.
Commitment to quality management and the promotion of continuous process improvement.
Solid GAAP and financial reporting technical skills.
Proficiency with accounting software, word processing, and spreadsheet applications.

Chief Financial Officer

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