Chief Financial Officer

Caritas Family Solutions; Belleville (IL); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive executive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Company-paid short-term and long-term/

Disability insurance

Retirement savings plan

Generous paid time off and holidays

Hybrid work opportunities

Professional development and growth

Job summary

Caritas Family Solutions, a $62 million nonprofit in Southern Illinois, is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to join the Executive Leadership Team. You will shape financial strategy, oversee budgeting, reporting, and compliance, and partner with the CEO and Board to ensure long-term sustainability.

This role requires seven to ten years of nonprofit financial leadership, GAAP expertise, and proven ability to manage diverse funding streams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Seven to ten years of progressive financial leadership experience, preferably nonprofit or mission-driven.
• Demonstrated success in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, audits, and compliance.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting principles.
• Experience managing diverse funding streams, grants, and contracts.
• Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute financial strategies that support growth and long-term sustainability.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and scenario modeling.
• Provide strategic financial counsel to CEO, leadership team, and Board.
• Oversee accounting, reporting, cash management, investments, audits, and compliance.
• Ensure accurate reporting across grants, contracts, and funding sources.
• Strengthen financial systems, controls, and processes for efficiency.
• Monitor performance, identify risks and opportunities, and develop solutions.
• Evaluate financial implications of strategic initiatives and partnerships.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team.
• Serve as Secretary/Treasurer for supporting boards.

Skills

Financial leadership

GAAP knowledge

Budgeting

Forecasting

Nonprofit accounting

Contract management

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Business Administration

Master's degree (preferred)

CPA (preferred)

Job description

Description

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Strategic Financial Leadership for a Mission That Changes Lives

Caritas Family Solutions is seeking an experienced and visionary Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our Executive Leadership Team. This is an opportunity to help shape the future of one of Southern Illinois' largest nonprofit organizations while making a meaningful impact on the lives of children, individuals, families, and communities.

Caritas Family Solutions is a $62 million nonprofit organization serving communities across Southern Illinois through 22 diverse programs supported by multiple federal, state, local, and private funding streams. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the CFO serves as the organization's senior financial leader, providing strategic oversight of all financial operations while partnering with executive leadership and the Board of Directors to ensure long-term financial sustainability.

If you're a collaborative executive who thrives in a complex, mission-driven environment and enjoys balancing big-picture strategy with operational excellence, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

As a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, you will:

• Develop and execute financial strategies that support organizational growth and long-term sustainability.
• Lead the organization's budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and scenario modeling.
• Provide strategic financial counsel to the CEO, Executive Leadership Team, and Board of Directors.
• Oversee accounting, financial reporting, cash management, investments, audits, and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting across numerous grants, contracts, and funding sources.
• Strengthen financial systems, internal controls, and business processes to improve efficiency and decision-making.
• Monitor financial performance, identify risks and opportunities, and develop proactive solutions.
• Evaluate financial implications of strategic initiatives, partnerships, acquisitions, and organizational growth.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team.
• Serve as Secretary/Treasurer for Caritas Family Solutions' supporting boards in accordance with organizational bylaws.

What You'll Bring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Seven to ten years of progressive financial leadership experience, preferably within a nonprofit or other mission-driven organization.
• Demonstrated success leading complex budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, audits, and compliance functions.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting principles.
• Experience managing diverse funding streams, grants, and contracts.
• Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Administration or related field.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• Experience working with Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) contracts or other government-funded human service programs.

Leadership Competencies

At Caritas Family Solutions, we believe exceptional executive leaders possess both technical expertise and the leadership competencies needed to guide organizations through complexity and change. Throughout our selection process, we will be evaluating candidates in the following key areas:

• Dealing with Ambiguity – Navigates uncertainty with confidence, remains effective when information is incomplete, and makes sound decisions in complex or evolving situations.
• Problem Solving – Identifies root causes, evaluates options thoughtfully, and develops practical, strategic solutions to complex organizational challenges.
• Strategic Agility – Anticipates future opportunities and challenges, thinks beyond day-to-day operations, and aligns financial strategy with long-term organizational goals.
• Command Skills – Demonstrates confidence, decisiveness, and executive presence while appropriately addressing difficult issues and making tough decisions.
• Integrity & Trust – Builds credibility through honesty, ethical decision-making, transparency, and consistent follow-through while earning the confidence of colleagues, leadership, and the Board.
• Composure – Maintains professionalism, sound judgment, and emotional steadiness under pressure while leading others through challenging situations.

Why Join Caritas Family Solutions?

At Caritas, every financial decision supports programs that transform lives. As CFO, you'll play a critical role in ensuring our organization remains financially strong while advancing our mission throughout Southern Illinois.

We believe strong culture and financial stewardship go hand in hand. We value collaboration, transparency, innovation, and leaders who develop people while delivering results. Our Executive Leadership Team is committed to partnering across departments, solving complex challenges together, and building an organization that is both mission-driven and operationally excellent.

We offer a comprehensive executive benefits package, including:

• Competitive executive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work opportunities
• Professional development and leadership growth opportunities