CFO

4 Corner Resources; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 104,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Hybrid schedule

Job summary

4 Corner Resources is seeking a Chief Financial Officer for a regional public planning council in Northwest Florida. The CFO will lead accounting, budgeting, payroll, and reporting while partnering with the CEO on strategy and budgeting.

The role involves GAAP compliance, grant management, audits, and a focus on regional development funding. The position is hybrid with ~80% remote work, located in the Pensacola, FL area.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
• 10+ years accounting with at least 3 years in a supervisory/management role.
• Solid governmental GAAP, OMB guidance, and grant compliance.

Responsibilities

• Direct all accounting, budgeting, payroll, and financial reporting functions for the organization and its affiliated entities.
• Partner with the CEO on the annual budget, strategic operating plan, and key organizational decisions.
• Oversee investment strategy, cash flow, banking activity, and internal controls.
• Manage the general ledger and all bookkeeping functions.
• Lead the annual audit process and act as primary contact for external auditors.
• Ensure compliance with governmental accounting standards, GAAP, and grant requirements across funding sources.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop a finance team of four.
• Represent the organization at regional, state, and community meetings as needed.
• Identify funding opportunities that support regional planning and community development initiatives.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Leadership & mentoring

Grant accounting

Funding portfolio management

Communication skills

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Master's degree preferred

CPA/CPFO certification

Job description

4 Corner Resources is hiring a Chief Financial Officer for a regional public planning council in Northwest Florida. This is a direct-hire opportunity with a well-established government agency that oversees regional planning, transportation, and economic development work across the region. If you're a finance leader who wants a true seat at the table, enjoys being hands-on with your team, and thrives on solving problems rather than just flagging them, then this might be the opportunity for you.

Chief Financial Officer Responsibilities:

• Direct all accounting, budgeting, payroll, and financial reporting functions for the organization and its affiliated entities
• Partner with the CEO on the annual budget, the strategic operating plan, and key organizational decisions
• Oversee investment strategy, cash flow, banking activity, and internal controls
• Manage the general ledger and all bookkeeping functions
• Lead the annual audit process and serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors
• Ensure compliance with governmental accounting standards, GAAP, and grant requirements across dozens of federal, state, and local funding sources
• Supervise, mentor, and develop a finance team of four
• Represent the organization at regional, state, and community meetings as needed
• Identify funding opportunities that support regional planning and community development initiatives

Chief Financial Officer Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or management role
• Solid, hands-on governmental accounting background (GAAP, OMB guidance, grant compliance)
• Experience managing diverse funding portfolios, including federal, state, and local grants
• Strong communicator who can build trust with an experienced team that has a range of personalities
• A collaborative, can-do attitude and a willingness to work alongside your team, not just manage from above

Chief Financial Officer Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in accounting or a related field
• CPA or CPFO certification
• Prior experience with a regional council, MPO/TPO, or similar governmental planning agency

Chief Financial Officer Details:

• Location: Pensacola, FL area (Northwest Florida)
• Schedule: Hybrid, approximately 80% remote, with quarterly all-staff meetings and periodic regional travel
• Duration: Direct hire, permanent placement, with full benefits
• Pay Rate: Starting at $115,000 annually, based on experience

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