Chief Financial Officer

Tides Advocacy; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 200,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead their financial operations and strategy. This pivotal role involves managing a finance team, ensuring regulatory compliance, and partnering with leadership to drive financial sustainability. As a fully remote position, it offers flexibility while targeting candidates in major cities. The organization is dedicated to advancing social justice, making this an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about impactful financial stewardship. If you have a strong background in finance and leadership, this role could be your next career milestone.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in financial operations and strategy.
• Strong leadership skills with a focus on team management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial operations and strategy for the organization.
• Lead a team of finance professionals to ensure compliance and reporting.

Skills

Financial Strategy

Budgeting

Investment Management

Regulatory Compliance

Team Leadership

Financial Reporting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting

MBA or equivalent

Job description

Tides Advocacy is a bold partner to those advancing racial and social justice, helping to mobilize communities, build political power, and drive policy change. Founded in 1992, Tides Advocacy provides fiscal sponsorship, infrastructure support, grantmaking, and donor organizing to BIPOC-led initiatives nationwide. With a network of 70 fiscally sponsored projects and consolidated revenues of $65 million, Tides Advocacy is committed to creating a healthier, more equitable democracy guided by the values of Joy, Equity, Integrity, Sustainability, and Solidarity.

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will oversee all aspects of Tides Advocacy’s financial operations, including financial strategy, planning, budgeting, reporting, investment management, and regulatory compliance. Reporting to the CEO and serving as a key advisor to the Board of Directors, the CFO will lead a 12-person Finance team, manage relationships with external partners such as auditors and investment managers, and ensure compliance with 501(c)(4) regulations and political reporting requirements. They will partner closely with the CEO, General Counsel, and Leadership Team to strengthen financial sustainability, drive operational effectiveness, and support fiscally sponsored projects with robust financial stewardship.

This is a full-time, remote position with preference for candidates based in San Francisco (Bay Area), New York City, Los Angeles, or Chicago. The salary range is $200,000–$230,000 annually, along with a competitive benefits package.