Chief Financial Officer

Beyond Housing; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Beyond Housing in Missouri is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to lead our financial strategy, risk management, and long-term fiscal health. You will oversee budgeting, cash flow, tax filings, and real estate financing to support mission impact.

This senior role requires a CPA (preferred), at least seven years of nonprofit financial leadership, and a track record in governance and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Provide strategic financial guidance to the CEO and senior leadership team.
• Coordinate filing of annual tax returns (990, 1065, 1120) with the audit firm.
• Lead the annual budgeting process and long-range financial planning.
• Develop multi-year financial projections and scenario modeling.
• Ensure GAAP, Uniform Guidance compliance and regulatory requirements

Responsibilities

• Oversee cash flow management and liquidity strategy.
• Manage debt obligations and reserves.
• Monitor capital structure and financing strategies.
• Lead internal control and risk management efforts.
• Serve as liaison to Board Finance Committee.

Skills

Strategic financial leadership

Cash flow management

Budgeting

Financial forecasting

GAAP knowledge

Nonprofit accounting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred)

Job description

Beyond Housing is a nationally recognized community development organization that works to strengthen families and transform under-resourced communities, creating a stronger, more prosperous St. Louis region for all.

Our comprehensive model is built on the understanding that strengthening families and transforming under-resourced communities isn’t simple it’s complex and requires a comprehensive, multipronged effort.

Over the years, we have created the infrastructure of staff, partners, programs, and relationships that is essential for fulfilling our comprehensive model in order to create a stronger St. Louis — once and for all.

Our work brings civic leaders, targeted nonprofits, corporate partners, and residents together to create meaningful and lasting change and is focused in the 24:1 Community a community comprised of multiple municipalities within the Normandy Schools footprint in North St. Louis County.

Position

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a senior executive leader responsible for the overall financial strategy, long-term fiscal health, capital structure, and asset stewardship of the organization.

Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer / Chief of Staff and working closely with the Chief Executive Officer and Board of Directors, the CFO provides strategic financial leadership to support organizational sustainability, growth, and mission impact.

The CFO oversees the financial strategy of a complex nonprofit organization with:

• An annual operating budget of approximately $14M
• Ownership and management of more than 600 units of affordable rental housing
• HUD-funded programs, including HOME and HOME-ARP awards
• Multi-entity real estate ownership and partnership structures
• The CFO provides executive oversight of the Accounting Department through the Controller and ensures that financial systems, reporting, and risk management practices support long-term organizational success.
  

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

I. Strategic Financial Leadership:

• Provide strategic financial guidance to the CEO, COO, and senior leadership team
• Coordinates filing of annual tax returns (990, 1065, 1120) with the audit firm
• Manages cash flow on a daily/weekly/short-term basis and produces monthly cash flow projections
• Lead the annual budgeting process and long-range financial planning initiatives
• Develop multi-year financial projections and scenario modeling
• Evaluate financial implications of new initiatives, partnerships, and program expansion
• Assess the financial structure and risk profile of real estate projects and capital investments
• Ensure financial strategy aligns with the organization’s mission and strategic plan

Perform other related duties as assigned:

II.Capital & Asset Stewardship:

• Oversee long-term sustainability and performance of organizational assets
• Monitor capital structure, reserves, liquidity strategy, and debt obligations
• Evaluate financing structures, including LIHTC transactions and other development funding sources
• Maintain relationships with financial institutions, lenders, investors, and external financial institutions partners
• Ensure appropriate investment and reserve strategies are maintained
• Perform other related duties as assigned

III. Governance, Compliance & Risk Oversight:

• Ensure strong systems of internal control across the organization
• Provide executive oversight of federal award compliance and regulatory requirements
• Oversee the annual audit process and resolution of audit findings
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, Uniform Guidance, and all applicable federal, state, and regulatory requirements
• Serve as lead staff to the Board Finance Committee and attend Board and appropriate committees
• committee meetings
• Advise the Board and executive leadership on financial risk and fiduciary responsibilities
• Perform other related duties as assigned
• Provide executive oversight and mentorship to the Controller
• Ensure the Accounting Department is appropriately structured and resourced
• Promote a culture of accountability, transparency, and financial discipline
• Collaborate with executive leadership to strengthen financial and operational alignment
• Support leadership development within the finance function to build organizational capacity
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Preferred Experience and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred)
• Minimum of seven (7) years of progressive financial leadership experience, including experience as a Controller or Chief Financial Officer
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards, and federal compliance requirements
• Experience with real estate development, multi-entity accounting structures, and capital financing strategies
• Experience working with boards and board committees
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop accounting and administrative staff
• Experience evaluating and structuring complex financing transactions preferred

Beyond Housing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Beyond Housing believes that each individual is unique, and we are committed to respecting the diversity of all individuals. We strive to move beyond simple tolerance, embracing and celebrating the differences contained within each of us, making us stronger as whole.

Culture Statement for Beyond Housing – Beyond Housing cultivates a climate of respect, friendliness, collaboration, and open, honest communication. Team members are empowered and trusted to work methodically and innovate together. We consistently recognize and celebrate team members’ contributions, creativity, drive, passions, and achievements.

At Beyond Housing, we are genuinely committed to our staff and to making Beyond Housing a place where our team members are happy to work. We support team members’ work-life balance and professional development; ensure that all team members feel included, valued, and appreciated; embrace flexibility in the workplace; and encourage and support team members’ involvement in the organization.

We are, likewise, committed to the communities we serve and to helping to make communities better places to live. We hold team members accountable to our mission and to the community – asking them to demonstrate this commitment by engaging the community and asking the right questions for alignment and action.

We look for team members who hold themselves accountable to the following traits:

Collaborative – Creative – Curious – Reliable – Methodical – Trusted – Driven

ADA – Beyond Housing is committed to furthering the purpose of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The company is always willing to consider reasonable accommodations, which may allow a disabled person to perform this or any other job. The Summary of Physical Requirements is a list of what we believe at this point to be necessary in order to perform the essential functions of the job.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement – At Beyond Housing, we are committed to promoting Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity throughout our organization and culture. We strive to understand and appreciate the individuality of every employee and create a better place to work for all. We nurture a culture where everyone positively acknowledges equity through action and is aware, understanding, and appreciative of diversity.

Our vision is to go beyond simple tolerance and fully embrace the things that make each person unique. We recognize that our employees’ differences support our ability to advance equity for the communities we serve. Further, we understand that equity is critical to the fulfillment of our mission to help entire communities become better places to live.