Chief Financial Officer (CFO) – Volunteer Executive Role

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

The Donovan’s Venom

Remote (U.S. or Canada) | Executive Leadership | Volunteer

We’re Not Just Building Programs — We’re Building Sustainability

The Donovan’s Venom is creating a scalable ecosystem to expand access to fine arts and music education.

But impact without financial structure doesn’t last.

We are seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to ensure what we build is not only impactful — but sustainable, accountable, and built to grow.

This is a build-and-steward role for someone who understands that financial leadership is about more than numbers — it’s about protecting and enabling the mission.

The Role

The CFO is responsible for the financial foundation of the organization.

You will lead financial strategy, planning, and oversight — ensuring resources are managed effectively, risks are understood, and the organization is positioned for long-term sustainability.

This role sits at the intersection of finance, strategy, governance, and growth, providing the structure that allows the mission to scale responsibly.

What You’ll Own

Financial Strategy & Sustainability

• • Develop and lead the organization’s financial strategy
  • Align financial planning with growth, programs, and partnerships
  • Ensure long-term financial sustainability and resource optimization

Budgeting & Financial Planning

• • Build and manage budgets and financial forecasts
  • Support leadership with scenario planning and financial insights
  • Monitor performance and guide decision-making with data

Financial Reporting & Transparency

• • Establish clear, accurate, and timely financial reporting
  • Build dashboards and reporting frameworks for leadership and Board
  • Ensure transparency across stakeholders, donors, and partners

Governance, Compliance & Controls

• • Ensure compliance with nonprofit financial regulations (501(c)(3))
  • Build and maintain financial policies, controls, and audit readiness
  • Promote accountability and ethical financial practices

Grant & Fund Management

• • Oversee financial tracking and reporting of grants and funding
  • Align funding strategies with financial planning
  • Ensure proper use and reporting of restricted funds

Risk Management & Financial Oversight

• • Identify financial risks and build mitigation strategies
  • Monitor cash flow, sustainability, and financial health
  • Advise leadership on financial implications of decisions

Executive Collaboration

• • Partner with leadership to align financial strategy with operations and growth
  • Support fundraising, partnerships, and program development
  • Serve as a key financial advisor to leadership and Board

Who This Is For

This role is for someone who:

• • Thinks beyond budgets and understands financial strategy
  • Can build structure in a growing organization
  • Balances mission impact with financial discipline
  • Sees risk early and plans ahead
  • Understands how to fund and sustain growth

Qualifications

Required

• • 5+ years in finance, accounting, or financial leadership roles
  • Experience with financial planning, budgeting, and reporting
  • Strong understanding of financial systems and controls

Preferred

• • Experience in nonprofit finance or grant management
  • CPA, CFA, or equivalent certification
  • Experience supporting scaling or early-stage organizations

Commitment

• • 10–20 hours per week
  • Flexible schedule
  • Fully remote

What You’ll Gain

• • Executive-level influence over financial strategy and sustainability
  • Opportunity to build financial systems from the ground up
  • Direct impact on mission growth and long-term viability
  • Leadership visibility and strategic involvement

Application Requirements (Read Carefully)

We are actively building — not planning passively.

To ensure alignment:

• • You must be able to start within 30 days
  • You must complete the full application process
  • You must be ready to contribute in an active leadership capacity

Important Disclaimer

This is a volunteer leadership role.

We are onboarding individuals who are ready to contribute immediately.

Please only apply if you are prepared to begin within the next 30 days.