Chief Financial Officer

About First & Gold Foundation

First & Gold Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to expanding access, opportunity, and equity for youth and families through sports, education, and community-based programming. We are in an early but critical growth phase, building strong governance, financial stewardship, and long-term sustainability.

Position Overview

The First & Gold Foundation is seeking a Volunteer Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to provide strategic and operational financial leadership. This role is ideal for a finance professional who wants to apply their expertise to a mission-driven organization and help build a strong financial foundation during a period of growth.

The CFO will work closely with the Executive Director, and Managing Director to ensure sound financial planning, compliance, and transparency.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Strategy & Oversight

• Develop and oversee the organization’s financial strategy and long-term financial planning
• Create and monitor annual budgets aligned with programmatic goals
• Provide financial forecasting and scenario planning to support organizational growth

Accounting & Financial Management

• Oversee bookkeeping, accounting systems, and financial controls
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting (monthly, quarterly, annual)
• Review and present financial statements to leadership.
• Monitor cash flow, reserves, and financial risk

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure compliance with nonprofit financial regulations and best practices
• Support IRS filings (e.g., Form 990) and state reporting requirements
• Assist with audit preparation or financial reviews, as needed
• Help establish and refine financial policies and procedures

Fundraising & Sustainability Support

• Partner with leadership on funding strategy, grants, and donor stewardship
• Provide financial input on program costs, scholarships, and tournament funding
• Support transparency and accountability to funders and stakeholders

Qualifications

• Background in finance, accounting, or related field (CPA, MBA, or equivalent experience preferred)
• Experience with nonprofit financial management strongly preferred
• Knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
• Familiarity with nonprofit compliance and governance best practices
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to think strategically
• Collaborative, mission-driven mindset

Time Commitment

• Approximately 10–12 hours per week
• Flexible scheduling; some evening availability for board or leadership meetings may be required

Why Volunteer With First & Gold Foundation?

• Make a meaningful impact by shaping the financial future of a growing nonprofit
• Work closely with an engaged leadership team and Board
• Apply your professional skills to support youth, families, and community access
• Gain leadership experience in nonprofit governance and strategic growth