Chief Financial Officer

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This role presents a significant opportunity for an experienced Chief Financial Officer to serve as a strategic leader within a mission-driven human services organization dedicated to empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The CFO will play a critical role in safeguarding the organization’s financial health, enabling sustainable growth, and supporting a broad array of programs that enhance independence, community integration, and quality of life.

As a key member of the executive leadership team, this position offers the chance to influence organizational strategy, strengthen financial operations, and ensure long‑term stability within a collaborative and values‑based environment.

The organization is a well‑established nonprofit provider of comprehensive supports and services for individuals of all abilities across the intellectual and developmental disability spectrum. With a history of service spanning multiple decades, it delivers personalized care that addresses the unique needs and preferences of each individual and family served. The agency’s services include residential housing, day habilitation, community habilitation, respite care, employment services, creative arts and recreation programming, an integrated summer camp, and a therapeutic equestrian center.

This breadth of offerings underscores a commitment to person‑centered planning, community engagement, and lifelong opportunity.

• Provide strategic financial leadership and serve as a trusted advisor to the Chief Executive Officer and Executive Team.
• Oversee all financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting.
• Develop and manage the annual operating and capital budgets, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and programmatic needs.
• Lead financial planning, analysis, and modeling to support decision‑making, growth initiatives, and long‑term sustainability.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including nonprofit accounting standards and funding requirements.
• Oversee audits, tax filings, and financial reporting to internal and external stakeholders, including the Board of Directors.
• Identify and manage financial risk, implementing internal controls and policies that promote fiscal accountability and transparency.
• Partner with operational leaders to improve financial performance, productivity, and resource utilization across programs.
• Supervise and develop finance and accounting staff, fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, finance, or a related field; master’s degree preferred.
• 10–15 years of progressive financial and management experience, with significant experience in a nonprofit environment.
• Prior senior leadership experience within a nonprofit organization, preferably in human services or disability support.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex financial data, identify trends, and develop practical, effective solutions.
• Strong knowledge of accounting systems, financial databases, and reporting tools used to support accurate and timely decision‑making.
• Experience working with executive leadership teams and governing boards.
• CPA or other relevant professional certification preferred but not required.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to balance mission, compliance, and financial sustainability.
• High level of integrity, discretion, and accountability.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Clear and effective communicator, capable of translating financial information for non‑financial audiences.
• Collaborative leadership style with the ability to build strong cross‑functional partnerships.
• Commitment to person‑centered philosophies and values‑driven service delivery.

This is a full‑time, on‑site executive role within a professional administrative environment. The organization promotes a collaborative and respectful workplace culture grounded in service, inclusion, and accountability. Standard weekday business hours are maintained, with flexibility as required to meet organizational needs. A competitive compensation package is offered, along with comprehensive benefits consistent with nonprofit executive roles.

Executive

Full‑time

Finance, Accounting/Auditing, and Management

Non‑profit Organizations and Individual and Family Services