Interim Chief Financial Officer

Chief Financial Officer (Contract)

Imprimis Group is seeking a visionary, strategic, and hands‑on Contract Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to provide financial leadership and operational guidance to a mission‑driven organization. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned financial executive to lead complex fiscal strategy, risk management, and financial operations in a growth‑oriented environment.

Base pay range

$90.00/hr - $120.00/hr

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Location:

Dallas, TX | Industry: Nonprofit / Higher Education / Healthcare | Job Type: Contract

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted financial advisor to the executive leadership team and board committees.

• Lead and oversee all financial functions including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, treasury, endowments, and investment strategy.

• Develop and manage multi‑year strategic financial models, scenario planning, and long‑range forecasting.

• Monitor financial trends and industry developments to inform sound fiscal strategy.

• Partner across departments to ensure financial alignment with institutional goals and operational initiatives.

• Oversee internal financial controls, compliance with all applicable tax and nonprofit regulations, and timely financial reporting.

• Manage all areas of risk assessment, insurance, and contract compliance.

• Act as liaison to external auditors, rating agencies, financial institutions, and investment managers.

• Ensure accurate, timely filings of government and regulatory reports (IRS, SACSCOC, etc.).

• Evaluate investment performance and identify new investment opportunities.

• Provide leadership to teams including accounting, finance, payroll, procurement, and risk management.

Required Qualifications

• Advanced degree in finance, accounting, business, or related field.

• Minimum 10 years of progressive leadership experience in finance or accounting.

• At least 5 years of experience in a CFO or equivalent financial leadership role within higher education, nonprofit, or healthcare sectors.

• Deep expertise in multi‑source revenue models and complex organizational structures.

• Strong understanding of financial planning, predictive analytics, scenario modeling, and performance metrics.

• Proven success leading during times of growth, transformation, or strategic change.

• Executive presence with strong communication and presentation skills.

• Authorization to work in the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or CFA designation (active or inactive).

• Experience with ERP or financial system implementations.

• Familiarity with mergers, acquisitions, and integrations.

• Exposure to managing employee retirement plans, endowments, or bond financing.

Leadership & Team Management

• Direct reports may include Controller, Finance Director, Bursar, Purchasing Manager, or other financial staff depending on structure.

• Serve as financial liaison to board‑level committees and senior leadership.

Work Environment &

Physical Requirements

• Primarily office‑based role with potential for travel (domestic/international).

• May require lifting materials up to 15 pounds.

• Reasonable accommodations provided for individuals with disabilities.

At Imprimis Group, we connect high‑performing executives with organizations in transition, growth, or transformation. Whether you're stepping in during a leadership gap or helping reshape a department, we match talent with purpose.

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