Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

FLSA Status: Full-Time

Department: Executive Team

Reports To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Location: Rung for Women

Pay Range: $140,000 – $150,000

About Rung for Women

Rung for Women empowers women to achieve long-term economic stability and family self-sufficiency. Bridging the gap between crisis support and sustained success, Rung serves women through coaching, career training, and a supportive, community-centered environment.

Since launching in March 2021, more than 500 women have begun their journey with Rung, many securing better jobs and increasing their income. Rung focuses on high-impact career pathways. We partner with employers and training providers to offer fast-track training, on-the-job learning, and apprenticeships. Members also benefit from access to childcare, health and wellness amenities, and a network of women working toward shared goals.

Rung for Women is a mission-driven workplace committed to equity, innovation, and growth, investing in both the women we serve and the staff who support them.

Our Mission: Inspiring all women to climb the economic opportunity ladder.

Our Values: Innovate, Collaborate, Invite Joy, Promote Self-Determination, Uphold Equity

Position Summary

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) serves as a strategic member of the executive leadership team and is responsible for the overall financial health, administrative infrastructure, and operational stewardship of the organization. The CFO provides leadership for finance, accounting, budgeting, forecasting, risk management, compliance, and resource allocation while ensuring organizational sustainability and mission impact. This role also provides oversight of the Operations Team, ensuring that financial, operational, and facility resources are aligned with organizational priorities.

Key Responsibilities

Enterprise Strategy & Executive Leadership

• Serve as a strategic advisor and thought partner to the CEO.
• Participate in enterprise strategic planning and organizational decision-making.
• Develop long-range financial and operational strategies to support growth.
• Provide executive leadership in organizational change management and scaling initiatives.
• Partner with executive leaders to ensure organizational priorities are appropriately resourced.

Financial Leadership & Stewardship

• Lead all accounting, financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting activities.
• Develop multi-year financial projections and sustainability models.
• Oversee cash flow management, reserves, investments, and liquidity strategies.
• Ensure sound fiscal management and stewardship of organizational assets.
• Develop financial dashboards and performance indicators.

Governance, Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with GAAP, federal and state regulations, grant requirements, and IRS regulations.
• Lead annual audits and tax filings.
• Establish enterprise risk management practices.
• Present financial information to the Board of Directors.

Operational Leadership

• Provide executive oversight of operational systems and administrative infrastructure.
• Lead the Director of Operations in implementing efficient and scalable business processes.
• Oversee vendor management, contracts, and procurement strategies.
• Identify opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement.

Facilities & Building Experience Leadership

• Provide executive oversight of the organization’s physical assets and facilities.
• Partner with the Director of Facilities & Building Experience to create a welcoming and mission-aligned environment.
• Oversee capital planning and facility improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• MBA or other relevant master’s degree strongly preferred.
• CPA, CMA, or other relevant professional certification is a plus.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible financial leadership experience, including responsibility for organizational financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting, and financial operations.
• Minimum of 5 years of senior leadership experience leading teams, developing talent, and managing organizational resources.
• Demonstrated experience overseeing budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, internal controls, audits, compliance, and risk management.
• Experience partnering with executive leadership to support strategic planning, organizational growth, and data-informed decision-making.
• Nonprofit financial management experience preferred.
• Experience working with Boards of Directors, Finance Committees, and executive leadership teams preferred.
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and relationship-building skills with the ability to translate complex financial information into actionable business insights.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong financial acumen and strategic planning capabilities.
• Knowledge of nonprofit accounting principles, grant management, and compliance requirements.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to translate complex financial information into actionable business recommendations.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Experience managing organizational change and growth.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and sound judgment.

Leadership Competencies

• Strategic Thinking
• Financial Stewardship
• Operational Leadership
• Decision Making
• Change Management
• Collaboration
• Accountability
• Results Orientation
• Risk Management
• Executive Presence

Success Measures

• Financial sustainability and stewardship.
• Achievement of budget and forecasting goals.
• Effective audit and compliance outcomes.
• Strong operational and facility performance.
• Strategic allocation of organizational resources.
• Support of organizational growth and mission impact.

Why Rung for Women?

Rung for Women believes our success depends on attracting, retaining, and investing in talented staff who are passionate about our mission. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision (Rung covers the majority of employee costs)
• Retirement: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Paid Time Off:
• Up to 3 weeks’ vacation
• 1 week off at the end of December
• 1-week sick time
• 20 hours volunteer time
• 9 paid holidays annually
• Paid Family & Medical Leave:
• Up to 12 weeks for birth of a child or personal serious illness
• Up to 2 weeks to care for a loved one
• Cell Phone Reimbursement: Up to $75/month
• Professional Development: Up to $2,000 annually plus monthly in-services
• Team Building: Regular staff and department connection activities

Disclaimer This job description is not intended to be exhaustive. Duties may evolve based on organizational needs.

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