Chief Financial Officer

CSH Housing Solutions; New York (NY); Remote; USD 265,000 - 332,000; Full time

Job summary

CSH Housing Solutions seeks a Chief Financial Officer to oversee financial operations and strategy. The role demands leadership in financial reporting and compliance with regulations, along with a focus on supporting organizational goals. Ideal candidates will possess a strong understanding of finance, GAAP principles, and demonstrate exceptional interpersonal skills.

Benefits

Generous benefits and leave policies

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in financial management and accounting.
• Familiarity with non-profit GAAP accounting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial reports, budgets, and ensure compliance.
• Establish internal fiscal control procedures.
• Monitor lending activities and create risk management strategies.

Skills

Financial Management

Accounting

Strategic Planning

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance

C.P.A. designation

Tools

Microsoft Office

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Who We Are

For over 30 years, CSH has changed the lives of people who have been marginalized and are our most vulnerable neighbors by:

• Helping communities create over 385,000 homes for individuals and families who did not have one;
• Bringing hope to thousands who thought they would live on the streets or reside in institutions; and
• Ensuring not only a stable home for each, but access to the services that brought healthcare, recovery and training to their doorsteps.
  
  

Location: New York City, Tri-State Area

Who We Are

For over 30 years, CSH has changed the lives of people who have been marginalized and are our most vulnerable neighbors by:

• Helping communities create over 385,000 homes for individuals and families who did not have one;
• Bringing hope to thousands who thought they would live on the streets or reside in institutions; and
• Ensuring not only a stable home for each, but access to the services that brought healthcare, recovery and training to their doorsteps.
  
  

CSH has proven supportive housing can change the lives of individuals, families, and communities. We have created a team of nationally recognized experts who are dedicated to our organization and its goals. We offer competitive salaries and benefits, generous leave and paid time off, and fully embrace the philosophy that work-life balance is achievable. With the goal of attracting proven candidates committed to making a difference and who aspire to advance our mission, CSH is now accepting applications for Chief Financial Officer based in New York City Tri-State Area. Applicants must live or relocate to New York City Tri-State Area. This position will be primarily remote with occasional travel and in-person meetings.

Why We Need You

CSH is seeking a results-oriented individual committed to sharing their talent to support a mission-driven organization that leads efforts to expand housing and service solutions for highly impacted populations.

The role involves leadership in all financial planning activities, including managing the annual budget process and coordinating with national and local staff. The candidate will be responsible for developing, analyzing, and interpreting statistical and accounting information to appraise operating results against the budget and other fiscal matters.

What You Will Do

• Direct the preparation of all financial reports, including budgets, income statements, balance sheets, and tax returns, ensuring compliance with government regulatory requirements.
• Establish and maintain internal fiscal control procedures, including preparation for annual audits and adherence to GAAP principles for nonprofit organizations.
• Provide strategic financial and accounting support to facilitate organizational goals and programs.
• Design and enhance financial management systems and reporting capabilities for optimized fiscal oversight.
• Collaborate across departments and with external funders to meet reporting, auditing, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Oversee accounting activities, including system maintenance, financial statement preparation, and compliance with standards and laws.
• Manage New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) financial accounting, compliance, fund accounting, audit preparation, and reporting, ensuring adherence to GAAP, IRS regulations, and investor requirements, while coordinating audits and overseeing related entities such as leverage lenders and investment funds.
• Develop financial strategies and investment approaches in collaboration with the Board of Directors.
• Monitor lending activities and create risk management strategies to optimize resources.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial functions and implement advanced fiscal systems to enhance financial information and reporting.
  
  

How We Work

CSH staff are adaptable, entrepreneurial, creative, and flexible problem-solvers. We are strategic thinkers who are committed to treating each other—and the communities we serve—with respect. You should share a passion for the CSH mission and possess the skills to meet the expectation of this role to help shape how we share our ambitious mission.

Specifically, We Are Seeking

• Master's degree in business administration, accounting, or finance.
• C.P.A. designation preferred.
• Familiarity with non-profit GAAP accounting preferred but not required.
• Eight to ten years of experience in financial management and accounting with increasing responsibilities for multi-faceted direction and planning.
• Strong understanding of Community Development Financial Institutions preferred.
• Comprehensive experience with loan administration/management, grants administration and government contracts required.
• Candidate should possess a broad business acumen and sound/logical thought process beyond purely finance and accounting.
• Must have a high-level of interpersonal skills to clearly communicate and present policies, procedures, and objectives effectively to the Board of Directors, internally throughout the agency, and to agency funders.
• CSH uses a Microsoft Office environment. Proficiency is required or a commitment to self-learn and achieve proficiency upon hire.
• Candidates seeking to work remotely, or hybrid must provide their own access to a secure high-speed internet signal (preferably hard wired) at a capacity sufficient to support video, web, and email processing simultaneously based on their personal work environment. This is typically 100Mb and above.
• This position requires occasional national travel.
  
  

Compensation

CSH offers generous benefits, opportunities for professional growth, and competitive salaries based on geographic location. Our range in the New York City Tri-State Area region for Chief Financial Officer is:

• CFO in highest geography (E.G. New York City, Stamford, CT) $265,000 - $332,000
• CFO in mid-range geography (E.G. New Brunswick, Delanco and Cherry Hill, NJ) $243,000 - $303,000
  
  

Our ranges are broad, and it is customary for candidates to join CSH at the lower half of the range to leave room for growth, learning, and development in the role and range. It is uncommon for starting salaries to fall above the mid-point. We negotiate actual salaries with final candidates based on their exact location, experience in similar roles, and expertise related to the qualifications. This information is offered in support of our commitment to transparency.

Interested in joining our team as a leader in the national supportive housing movement?

To Apply: Candidates should apply through the link. All candidates should attach their Resume, Cover Letter, and Salary Expectations as one Microsoft Word or PDF document. We encourage applications by July 14, 2025 to ensure consideration.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

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  Finance and Sales

• Industries

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