CFO - Chief Financial Officer

We are looking for an experienced Chief Financial Officer to provide strategic financial leadership for a nonprofit organization in San Francisco. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a steady, hands-on executive who can guide the finance function through a demanding environment while strengthening reporting, controls, and operational support. The role requires strong board-level communication, sound judgment, and the ability to lead with patience, accountability, and credibility across teams.Responsibilities:• Direct the organization’s financial strategy, planning, and day-to-day fiscal oversight to support leadership decision-making and organizational stability.• Lead, coach, and develop a team of four direct reports across accounting, finance, payroll, and benefits functions, promoting accountability and collaboration.• Deliver clear, executive-level financial updates and analysis to senior leadership and the Board, translating complex data into actionable insights.• Oversee cash flow management, capital planning, and financial reporting to maintain strong visibility into organizational performance and funding needs.• Ensure key accounting adjustments and reclassifications are completed accurately and on schedule to support clean and reliable financial records.• Confirm that budget preparation is finalized and aligned with organizational priorities, timelines, and reporting expectations.• Oversee completion of Form 990 and related financial compliance requirements in accordance with nonprofit standards and deadlines.• Partner with operational leaders to improve financial processes, support organizational workflows, and address challenges tied to ongoing finance system buildout and banking-related coordination.• Foster a supportive but results-oriented leadership approach, listening carefully to team concerns while driving progress in a high-pressure environment.