Chief Financial Officer
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on2451, McCormick Road, Rockville, Montgomery County, Maryland, 20850, United States
About the Role
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) serves as a pivotal member of the Executive Leadership Team, providing strategic and operational oversight of the organization's finance and accounting functions. This role is essential for ensuring financial integrity, regulatory compliance, and efficient administrative operations across the nonprofit and its affiliated entities. The CFO plays a critical leadership role in long-term strategic planning, driving financial strategies that directly support the organization's mission and sustainability.
In this capacity, you will translate complex financial data into clear insights for non-financial leadership, establishing key metrics and dashboards to inform executive decision-making. You will lead the organization-wide forecasting and scenario planning to assess financial risks and opportunities, while managing cash flow, liquidity, and investment strategies across multiple funding streams. Beyond the numbers, you will serve as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on the financial implications of organizational decisions, ensuring that financial health aligns with programmatic and operational goals.
The CFO will also act as a strategic ambassador, representing the organization in external meetings, committees, and funder discussions. You will collaborate with internal leadership on facilities planning, lease negotiations, and space optimization to support growth, while managing relationships with key vendors, insurance providers, and investment partners. This role requires a deep partnership with the CEO, Board, and department leaders to develop multi-year financial plans and guide the organization through complex regulatory landscapes, including audits and grant requirements.
Work location
Work model: On-site
2451, McCormick Road, Rockville, Montgomery County, Maryland, 20850, United States
Rockville, Maryland
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleOversee financial operations across the organization and affiliates ensuring compliance with FASB standards and audit regulations
- check_circleLead organization-wide forecasting and scenario planning to assess financial risks and opportunities
- check_circleLead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team including the Controller and Accounting Manager
- check_circleOversee cash flow management, liquidity planning, and financial sustainability across multiple funding streams
- check_circleDesign, implement, and continuously strengthen internal controls and financial policies to safeguard organizational assets
- check_circleLead the annual budgeting process ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and funding realities
- check_circleOversee all audits including annual financial statement audits and federal Single Audits ensuring timely completion
- check_circleCollaborate with internal leadership on facilities planning, lease negotiations, and space optimization
- check_circleManage and strengthen relationships with external auditors, funders, financial institutions, and government agencies
- check_circlePartner with HR and executive leadership to support strategic workforce planning and organizational design efforts
- check_circlePrepare and present timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements to the CEO, Board, and external stakeholders
- check_circleEnsure accurate and timely preparation and filing of Form 990s, ERISA reports, and other regulatory requirements
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- verifiedCPA designation required
- verified4 years non-profit accounting experience
- verifiedMinimum 10 years progressive financial leadership
- verified5 years in senior executive role within mid-to-large scale nonprofit
- verifiedExperience with Blackbaud Accounting and Yardi Breeze
Nice to Have
Advanced degree (MBA, MPA, or equivalent)
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Fasb Standards, Form 990, Erisa, Blackbaud Accounting, Yardi Breeze, Cpa.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; Advanced degree (MBA, MPA, or equivalent) strongly preferred.
Frequently asked questions about Chief Financial Officer at Montgomery County Coalition for the Homeless
What does a Chief Financial Officer at Montgomery County Coalition for the Homeless do?expand_more
In this Chief Financial Officer at Montgomery County Coalition for the Homeless role, you will oversee financial operations across the organization and affiliates ensuring compliance with fasb standards and audit regulations; lead organization-wide forecasting and scenario planning to assess financial risks and opportunities; lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team including the controller and accounting manager; and oversee cash flow management, liquidity planning, and financial sustainability across multiple funding streams.
What are the requirements for this Chief Financial Officer role?expand_more
Montgomery County Coalition for the Homeless is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA designation required; 4 years non-profit accounting experience; Minimum 10 years progressive financial leadership; 5 years in senior executive role within mid-to-large scale nonprofit; and Experience with Blackbaud Accounting and Yardi Breeze.
Where is the Chief Financial Officer role at Montgomery County Coalition for the Homeless located?expand_more
Chief Financial Officer at Montgomery County Coalition for the Homeless is based in 2451, McCormick Road, Rockville, Montgomery County, Maryland, 20850, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Chief Financial Officer job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Montgomery County Coalition for the Homeless has listed this Chief Financial Officer role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Chief Financial Officer role?expand_more
Chief Financial Officer at Montgomery County Coalition for the Homeless typically requires 10+ years of relevant experience at the executive level.
What skills do you need for the Chief Financial Officer role at Montgomery County Coalition for the Homeless?expand_more
Key skills for Chief Financial Officer at Montgomery County Coalition for the Homeless include Fasb Standards; Form 990; Erisa; Blackbaud Accounting; Yardi Breeze; and Cpa.
What education is required for Chief Financial Officer at Montgomery County Coalition for the Homeless?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; and Advanced degree (MBA, MPA, or equivalent) strongly preferred.
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Chief Financial Officer at Montgomery County Coalition for the Homeless is part of the accounting & finance job category on Recrutus.
About Montgomery County Coalition for the Homeless
Montgomery County Coalition for the Homeless operates as a non-profit organization based in Rockville, Maryland, dedicated to ending homelessness within Montgomery County. The organization works toward a vision where every resident has access to safe, stable, and affordable housing. To advance this mission, the coalition manages ten distinct programs designed to address various stages of housing insecurity. These include three emergency programs for individuals currently experiencing homelessness and eight permanent supportive housing initiatives serving men, women, and children transitioning out of homelessness. Collectively, these services support more than 1,600 individuals annually.
An affiliate of the coalition, Coalition Homes, Inc., functions as a nonprofit housing development organization focused on creating permanent housing solutions for formerly homeless individuals and families. This affiliate currently owns and manages 140 housing units that provide stable residences for those who have exited the homelessness crisis. Through this network of emergency and long-term support, the organization addresses critical community needs while fostering a sustainable environment for vulnerable populations in the region.
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