Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
$36,000–$36,000 year
On-siteTroy, New York, United States
Job Summary
Develop agency-wide and grant budgets, prepare financial projections, and oversee federal and state grant reimbursement requests while ensuring compliance with GAAP and Uniform Guidance. Partner with the CEO and Senior Leadership Team to provide strategic financial leadership, monitor grant expenditures, and foster a culture of accountability. Lead the Finance Department and collaborate with the Controller to maintain sound financial policies and internal controls. This hands-on role balances fiscal oversight with direct responsibility for key functions within a Community Action Agency dedicated to supporting the community.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
- Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible nonprofit fiscal management experience, including experience as a Finance Director, Controller, CFO, or similar leadership role
- Demonstrated experience developing and managing complex operating and grant budgets, financial forecasting, and cash flow analysis
- Experience preparing and managing grant reimbursement requests, vouchers, and financial reporting for federal and state funding sources
- Thorough knowledge of nonprofit fund accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200), grants management, cost allocation, and internal controls
- Experience supporting independent audits, financial monitoring reviews, and regulatory reporting requirements
- Strong leadership, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with executive leadership, program staff, auditors, funding agencies, and the Board of Directors
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, financial analysis, and reporting tools
- Prior experience working for a Community Action Agency or other federally funded nonprofit organization
Desired Qualifications
- CPA, CMA, MBA, or other relevant professional certification
- Experience with nonprofit accounting software and financial reporting systems
- Opportunity to offer a higher starting salary for candidates with extensive Community Action Agency and federal grants management experience
- **Sign on bonus available for candidates with extensive Community Action Agency and federal grants management experience**
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