Chief Financial Officer

About the Job

Wheelhouse Recruiting is proud to have been retained by Ashley Addiction Treatment in the search for its next Chief Financial Officer .

Nonprofit Experience Required

Ashley Addiction Treatment is seeking an experienced, strategic, and hands-on financial leader to join its Executive Leadership Team. The ideal candidate will combine analytical precision with a genuine commitment to the organization’s mission.

This position offers a hybrid schedule and requires three days per week onsite in Havre de Grace, Maryland.

Ready to Lead With Purpose?

If you’re a strategic financial leader who’s as passionate about people as you are about performance, Ashley Addiction Treatment is where you can make a real difference.

Apply today and help us transform lives — including your own.

At Ashley Addiction Treatment, We Believe Healing Happens When Compassion Meets Innovation. Founded In 1983 By Two Visionaries Who Knew Addiction Treatment Should Care For The Whole Person —not Just The Disease—Ashley Continues To Live Its Mission

“To transform and save human lives by integrating the science of medicine, the art of therapy, and the compassion of spirituality.”

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Benefits

At Ashley, we take care of our people as passionately as we take care of our patients. You’ll enjoy a comprehensive, rewarding benefits package that supports your well-being and growth:

Total Rewards & Perks

• PTO: Generous PTO policy.
• Paid Holidays: Up to seven annually, based on hire date.
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance: Starting the first of the month after hire.
• Generous HRA contribution with medical plan enrollment.
• 401(k) with Company Match: $1-for-$1 match up to 6%.
• FSA Eligibility for pre-tax savings.
• Company-Paid Life Insurance and Short & Long-Term Disability.
• Buy-Up Life Insurance with spouse/child coverage options.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually after one year.
• Wellness Perks: On-site gym, tranquil 1-mile walking loop, and discounts on Massage & Acupuncture services.
• Perks & Discounts: Movie tickets, theme parks, events, online shopping, and more via ADP.
• Spiritual & Emotional Wellbeing: Daily non-denominational services and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Community: Employee events, inclusive culture, and 147 acres of peaceful waterfront property.

Your Impact

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is Ashley’s senior financial leader, strategic business partner, and principal financial advisor to the Co-CEOs and Board of Directors.

The CFO will lead the organization’s financial strategy and operations while partnering with the Executive Leadership Team to support growth, strengthen financial sustainability, manage risk, and ensure resources are aligned with Ashley’s mission and strategic priorities.

This is a hands-on executive role. The successful candidate will move comfortably between strategic discussions with the Board and Co-CEOs and the day-to-day realities of running a finance organization, and will be willing to personally engage in financial analysis, forecasting, cash management, problem solving, and process improvement when needed.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Financial Leadership

• Lead long-range financial strategy, annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Partner with the Co-CEOs and Executive Leadership Team on strategy, growth initiatives, investments, and resource allocation.
• Provide financial analysis, scenario planning, and recommendations to support major organizational decisions.
• Serve as a trusted financial advisor to the Finance Committee and Board.

Financial Management & Reporting

• Oversee accounting, financial reporting, treasury, cash management, budgeting, and financial operations.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance with applicable requirements.
• Lead the annual audit, tax filings, and other financial and regulatory reporting.
• Maintain strong liquidity and financial discipline to support Ashley’s long-term sustainability.
• Stay close to the numbers and personally engage in financial analysis and problem solving when required.

Operational Finance

• Provide executive oversight of revenue cycle, reimbursement, billing, collections, and cash flow.
• Partner with operational and clinical leaders to improve financial performance and resource utilization.
• Use financial and operational data to support organization-wide decision making.

Leadership & Transformation

• Lead, develop, and work closely with the finance team.
• Strengthen financial systems, processes, reporting, and analytics.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, automation, and financial visibility.
• Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Serve as an active member of the Executive Leadership Team and contribute to organization-wide strategy.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, including senior finance or CFO-level responsibility.
• Experience in nonprofit healthcare, behavioral health, addiction treatment, or a related healthcare environment strongly preferred.
• Strong financial management, budgeting, forecasting, cash management, and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with CEOs, executive teams, and Boards.
• Strong leadership, communication, judgment, and problem-solving skills.

The Ideal Candidate Is

• Hands-on and intellectually curious, comfortable moving between strategy and the details.
• A strategic thinker who sees beyond the numbers.
• A trusted executive advisor who brings sound judgment and candor to important decisions.
• A collaborative leader who builds strong teams while remaining personally engaged in the work.
• A strong communicator who can make complex financial issues clear and actionable.
• Mission-driven and passionate about strengthening Ashley’s ability to transform lives.

Ashley, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action (EEO / AA) / Veterans / Disabled Employer.