CFO

Job Description

Nick Corieri from Robert Half in Syracuse is looking for an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join one of our non-profit organization clients. This pivotal role will provide financial leadership and strategic direction, ensuring the organization’s financial health aligns with its mission and values. The ideal candidate will have expertise in non-profit accounting, compliance, and executive leadership, along with a proven track record of managing budgets and fostering operational excellence.

Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic oversight for financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting to support organizational goals.

• Manage accounting operations, payroll processes, financial audits, and regulatory compliance specific to non-profit standards.

• Oversee financial systems, including accounts payable/receivable, donation processing, and donor records management.

• Deliver timely and accurate financial reports to the executive team and board of directors.

• Lead the annual budget development process, ensuring alignment with the organization’s objectives.

• Establish and enforce internal financial controls and risk management policies to safeguard assets and ensure compliance.

• Direct the financial aspects of human resources, including payroll and benefits administration.

• Supervise vendor relationships, contracts, insurance policies, and purchasing activities to optimize organizational resources.

• Implement efficient systems and processes to enhance operational effectiveness and support growth.

• Collaborate with department leaders to monitor performance, provide budgetary guidance, and make strategic recommendations.

For immediate consideration, please apply to this job posting and contact Nick Corieri from the Syracuse branch of Robert Half.• A minimum of 7 years of experience in financial management, preferably within a non-profit organization.

• Comprehensive knowledge of GAAP accounting principles and non-profit accounting practices.

• Demonstrated expertise in managing annual operating budgets and financial reporting.

• Proven leadership skills with experience overseeing cross-functional teams and departments.

• Strong understanding of compliance requirements and risk management policies.

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities to support organizational decision-making.

• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.

• Proficiency in financial systems and tools to streamline processes and ensure accuracy.

Full-time