CFO

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a strategic Chief Financial Officer to lead the financial direction of our organization in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This executive will work closely with senior leadership and the Board to strengthen long-term financial health, guide data-informed decision-making, and support sustainable growth. The role requires a collaborative leader who can oversee complex financial operations, build trusted partnerships, and ensure strong stewardship of public and organizational resources.

Responsibilities:
• Partner with executive leadership to shape financial strategies that support organizational priorities and long-range growth objectives.
• Design and execute fiscally sound approaches that balance innovation, competitiveness, and operational efficiency.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with school districts, peer organizations, lenders, auditors, public agencies, and other external stakeholders.
• Direct the organization’s accounting infrastructure to ensure accurate records, reliable reporting, and current financial systems and tools.
• Present financial insights, trend analyses, and recommendations to the Board and finance committee using data to guide strategic decisions.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, investment oversight, and asset stewardship across the organization.
• Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and ensure timely reporting to internal and external audiences.
• Guide audit activity, tax filings, grant compliance, contract oversight, and adherence to applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
• Supervise the accounting function through finance leadership, developing a high-performing team and maintaining strong internal controls.
• Identify public funding opportunities, strengthen revenue planning, and evaluate alternative sources of financial support for the organization.• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, management, or a related discipline; an MBA or comparable advanced degree is preferred.
• At least 7 years of progressive financial leadership experience, with deeper senior-level experience strongly preferred.
• Background in nonprofit, public sector, or education finance, including fund accounting, grant administration, and compliance reporting.
• Demonstrated success partnering with executive leaders and boards to create and implement effective financial strategies.
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, annual financial reporting, and ad hoc financial analysis.
• Experience leading teams, evaluating performance, and building a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Ability to interpret complex business data, translate findings into action plans, and communicate clearly with varied stakeholders.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation, with willingness to travel as needed.