Chief Financial Officer

Job Description

Job Description

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Reports To: Executive Director

Position Status: Full-Time, Exempt, Hybrid

Job Location: Salt Lake City, UT metro area

Who We Are

We are a well-established, mission-driven nonprofit human services agency serving the Salt Lake City, UT region, providing emergency shelter, supportive services, and housing-focused rental assistance that helps individuals and families move out of homelessness and back into the community.

Job Summary

The CFO provides executive leadership and strategic oversight of the organization's financial operations, ensuring long-term sustainability and effective stewardship of resources. Reporting to the Executive Director, the CFO is the primary financial advisor to executive leadership, the Board of Trustees, and its committees, and oversees the Finance & Accounting (F&A) function through the Director of F&A. The role holds enterprise-level responsibility for financial strategy, risk management, treasury oversight, and external financial relationships.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer; visa sponsorship is not available. This is an in-person role (F&A staff may work from home up to two days per week).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide executive oversight of the organization's financial management, ensuring financial health, sustainability, and alignment with mission and strategic goals; serve as primary financial advisor to the Executive Director, leadership team, Board of Trustees, and its committees.
• Lead long-term financial strategy, including multi-year projections, scenario planning, and risk mitigation; oversee the F&A function through the Director of F&A, ensuring effective systems, controls, staffing, and performance.
• Maintain ultimate oversight of budgeting and financial planning, including review and approval of annual budgets, forecasts, and significant revisions.
• Oversee enterprise-level cash management, treasury, investments, lines of credit, reserves, and liquidity strategy in collaboration with the Executive Director and Board.
• Maintain primary responsibility for external financial relationships (auditors, banks, investment managers, regulators) and oversee the annual audit, remaining engaged on scope, findings, and resolution.
• Ensure timely, accurate financial and regulatory filings (including IRS Form 990) and oversee compliance with financial regulations, funder requirements, and Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200).
• Assess the financial implications of new programs, contracts, and funding opportunities to support executive and board decision-making; represent the organization in financial matters with external stakeholders and partners.
• Attend required agency trainings (e.g., trauma-informed care, de-escalation) and follow all safety, security, and attendance protocols

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Directly supervise and develop the Director of F&A, providing strategic guidance, performance feedback, and mentorship; ensure the F&A department is appropriately staffed and resourced.
• Oversee senior-level personnel actions within F&A (hiring, evaluation, development, corrective action) in collaboration with Human Resources.
• Set clear expectations for financial leadership, accountability, and ethical conduct; foster a culture of integrity, transparency, and trauma-informed leadership.
• Model trauma-informed leadership, provide regular feedback and one-on-ones, and support staff growth, delegating effectively and resolving conflicts professionally.
• Track team performance and training completion, conduct evaluations, and advocate for staff needs while balancing operational priorities.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; Master's, MBA, and/or CPA strongly preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience and 10+ years of leadership/executive management experience, including direct staff supervision.
• Nonprofit or human services experience preferred (2+ years); experience with diverse and/or vulnerable populations preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and audit processes; extensive experience with budgeting, forecasting, grant management, and grant reporting.
• Proficiency in Excel and financial reporting/accounting software required; NetSuite experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders, including staff, board members, volunteers, community organizations, and government agencies.

Skills and Expectations

• Passion for the mission and commitment to serving the underserved, with willingness to engage in trauma-informed, housing-focused practices.
• Professional stature to advise leadership, program directors, the Board, and committees on financial matters including cash flow, budgets, and major contracts.
• Strong leadership, mentorship, and emotional intelligence in managing a high-performing team.
• Ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable recommendations and make sound, timely decisions.
• Deep commitment to internal controls, compliance, and ethical, transparent practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication across diverse audiences, with professionalism, patience, and empathy in difficult situations.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift and move items up to 15 pounds, and to sit, stand, or move for extended periods (an hour or more at a time).

Our mission is strengthened by a team with diverse perspectives and backgrounds. We welcome applicants from all walks of life who share our passion for ending homelessness, collaboration, and compassion. Come be part of the solution.