Chief Financial Officer

LeoForce; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

LeoForce in the United States/Canada is seeking a C-level financial leader to guide the nonprofit’s strategic direction, budgeting, forecasting, and capital planning. You will partner with the CEO and Board to deliver transparent financial reporting and drive long-term sustainability.

The role requires expertise in GAAP nonprofit accounting, audits, and donor funding management, with experience in government contracts and LIHTC.

Qualifications

• C-Level finance leadership experience in a nonprofit setting.
• Experience with GAAP nonprofit accounting standards.
• Proven track record in audits and regulatory reporting.
• Strong grants and donor funding management.
• Experience with LIHTC, tax filings, and government contracts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic financial leadership aligned with mission and long-term sustainability.
• Oversee GAAP nonprofit accounting, internal controls, and regulatory reporting responsibilities.
• Lead treasury, cash flow forecasting, risk management, and investment oversight.
• Manage grants, donor funding, government contracts, and reporting requirements.
• Provide financial oversight for real estate assets, asset management, and capital projects.
• Lead and develop a high-performing finance team and liaise with auditors, lenders, and regulators.

Skills

Strategic financial leadership

Nonprofit accounting

GAAP compliance

Audits & regulatory reporting

Board liaison & reporting

Budgeting & forecasting

Grants & funding management

Real estate financing

Capital projects oversight

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Job Description

Experience: C-Level

Salary: $150,000 - $180,000 per year

Location: United States, Canada

Job Details

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Financial Leadership

• Develop and execute financial strategies that support the organization's mission, strategic objectives, and long-term sustainability.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to the CEO, Board of Directors, Finance Committee, and executive leadership team.
• Lead financial modeling, forecasting, scenario planning, and performance analysis to support organizational growth and decision-making.
• Develop KPIs, dashboards, and financial metrics to drive accountability and continuous improvement.
• Direct annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning processes.

Accounting & Financial Management

• Ensure compliance with GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Oversee all accounting functions, including:
  • General Ledger
  • Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable
  • Payroll
  • Fixed Assets
  • Grant Accounting
  • Financial Reporting
  • Month-End and Year-End Close
• Maintain strong internal controls, financial policies, and fraud prevention measures.
• Lead annual audits, Single Audits, tax filings, and regulatory reporting.

Treasury, Investments & Risk Management

• Oversee treasury operations, cash flow forecasting, liquidity management, investments, and debt obligations.
• Manage banking relationships, financing strategies, operating reserves, and investment portfolios.
• Assess financial and operational risks and implement mitigation strategies related to funding, debt, compliance, cybersecurity, and insurance.
• Ensure long-term financial stability through effective cash management and capital planning.

Grants, Compliance & Funding Management

• Oversee financial reporting and compliance for government contracts, grants, donor funding, and philanthropic contributions.
• Ensure compliance with Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200), donor restrictions, grant agreements, and IRS regulations, including Form 990 reporting.
• Partner with development and program leadership to create grant budgets, projections, and funder reports.

Real Estate & Capital Projects

• Provide financial oversight for approximately $95M in real estate assets, including acquisitions, dispositions, financing, and asset management.
• Support affordable housing, shelter development, and construction projects through capital planning and funding strategies.
• Manage financing structures including LIHTC, bond financing, grants, and public/private funding sources.
• Lead long-term capital planning and financial sustainability initiatives for facilities and real estate assets.

Leadership & Organizational Development

• Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team.
• Drive continuous process improvement initiatives to enhance reporting, operational efficiency, and financial performance.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, HR, development, IT, facilities, and program leadership.
• Serve as the primary financial liaison to auditors, lenders, investment advisors, legal counsel, and regulatory agencies.
• Deliver clear, actionable financial reporting and strategic recommendations to executive leadership and the Board of Directors.

A bit about us

A growing mission driven non profit organization with an impact

Why join us

• Make a Meaningful Impact – Join a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving lives through community services, affordable housing, and support programs that create lasting change.
• Executive Leadership Opportunity – Serve as a key member of the Executive Leadership Team and play a critical role in shaping organizational strategy, growth, and long-term sustainability.
• Complex & Strategic Scope – Lead the financial operations of a multi-entity nonprofit organization with a diverse funding portfolio, significant real estate assets, and large-scale capital projects.
• Influence at the Highest Level – Partner directly with the CEO, Board of Directors, Finance Committee, and senior leadership on strategic planning, capital investments, and organizational growth initiatives.
• Real Estate & Development Exposure – Oversee substantial real estate assets and participate in affordable housing, construction financing, LIHTC, and other transformative community development projects.

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