Chief Financial Officer

POSTION SUMMARY:

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a key member of the senior leadership team, reporting to the President & CEO. This role oversees finance, HR, IT, and office operations. The CFO is responsible for financial strategy, planning, and compliance, and plays a central role in managing county contracts, supervising cross functional teams, and aligning operations with the organization’s goals. The CFO also works closely with the Board’s Executive, Finance, and Audit Committees.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Financial Management

• Oversee all financial functions: accounting, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, audit prep, and cash flow
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, FASB, and all grant and contract requirements
• Guide program directors in financial oversight and planning
• Produce regular financial reports for leadership, Board, and funders
• Lead budget development in partnership with the CEO and program leaders
• Supervise financial audits and regulatory reviews

Strategic Leadership

• Advise the CEO and leadership team on operations, budgeting, HR, and IT
• Champion a culture of performance, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Manage leadership team performance and development goals in areas under the CFO’s

oversight

Operations & Compliance

• Oversee day-to-day operations for county contracts, HR, and IT systems
• Lead or support contract negotiations, compliance monitoring, and RFP responses
• Ensure timely, accurate reporting to government agencies and partners
• Oversee real estate leases and relationships with property managers
• Manage outsourced IT provider and chair the IT Steering Committee

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 10+ years of senior nonprofit leadership, including finance, HR, IT, and operations
• Bachelors in Accounting required; advanced degree preferred
• Strong knowledge of nonprofit accounting standards and internal controls
• Experience with California labor law, risk management, insurance, and compliance
• High proficiency in QuickBooks, Excel, and fund accounting systems
• Proven ability to lead and develop teams in a collaborative environment
• Skilled communicator, comfortable presenting to boards and founders
• Confident, resourceful, and able to adapt in a fast-moving nonprofit environment

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid CA driver’s license, reliable transportation, and vehicle insurance
• Proof of U.S. work eligibility
• Ability to pass a Live Scan background check
• Must occasionally lift up to 20 lbs. and perform office-based physical tasks