Chief Financial Officer

Austincc; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Area Agency on Aging of Palm Beach/Treasure Coast in West Palm Beach, FL, is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and financial planning. You will lead the finance team, ensure compliance with GAAP and government regulations, and report to the Board.

The role demands strategic analysis, contract and grant management, audits, risk management, and continuous improvement of financial systems.

Qualifications

• Strong finance and financial planning skills including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management.
• Proficiency in financial statements and reporting with clear communication to diverse stakeholders.
• Advanced analytical skills for interpreting financial data and risk assessment.
• Experience in nonprofit or governmental finance, including grant/contract management and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and financial planning aligned with organizational goals.
• Prepare financial statements and reports; monitor grant and contract funding.
• Maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with governmental and nonprofit accounting standards.
• Lead finance team; collaborate with executive leadership and Board on strategic financial decisions.
• Oversee audits, risk management, and continuous improvement of financial systems and processes.

Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

Cash flow management

Financial reporting

Nonprofit/government finance

Leadership

Stakeholder communication

GAAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting/Business Administration

CPA or MBA preferred

Job description

Area Agency on Aging of Palm Beach/Treasure Coast is a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving older adults, caregivers, and adults with disabilities in the Palm Beach and Treasure Coast regions of Florida. The agency works with community partners to coordinate services that support independence, dignity, and quality of life. Team members collaborate with service providers, funders, and stakeholders to ensure efficient use of resources and compliance with state and federal requirements.

Role Description

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a full-time, on-site role based in West Palm Beach, FL, responsible for overseeing all financial operations of the agency. The CFO will manage budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and financial planning ensuring alignment with organizational goals and contractual and regulatory requirements. Daily responsibilities include the preparation of financial statements and reports, monitoring grant and contract funding, maintaining internal controls, and ensuring compliance with governmental and nonprofit accounting standards. The CFO will lead the finance team, collaborate with executive leadership and the Board of Directors on strategic financial decisions, and provide clear financial analysis to support program planning and resource allocation. This role also includes oversight of audits, human resources, risk management, and continuous improvement of financial systems and processes.

Qualifications

• Strong finance and financial planning skills, including experience in budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Proficiency in financial statements and financial reporting, with the ability to present complex information clearly to diverse stakeholders.
• Advanced analytical skills for interpreting financial data, assessing risks, and supporting strategic decision-making.
• Demonstrated experience in nonprofit or governmental finance, including grant and contract management and compliance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field; CPA, MBA, or related certification preferred.
• Experience leading and developing finance teams, with effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Knowledge of GAAP and relevant federal and state regulations; prior audit coordination experience is beneficial.