Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

AlignHR; Vineyard Hills (WV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Youth Services System, Inc, is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join the executive team and guide financial sustainability for a mission-driven nonprofit serving children, families, and the community. The role oversees finance, accounting, budgeting, grants, and IT operations, reporting to the CEO and serving on the leadership team.

The CFO will lead audits, tax filings, grant reporting, and strategic financial planning, while ensuring compliance with GAAP and nonprofit standards, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of financial management experience, preferably in a nonprofit.
• Fund accounting experience is required.
• Supervisory and leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit financial management.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, audits, grants management, and financial reporting.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 and accounting software systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting and finance functions including payroll and grant accounting.
• Develop and manage the agency's annual operating budget and program budgets.
• Monitor cash flow, financial performance, and budget-to-actual results.
• Prepare financial reports, analyses, forecasts, and recommendations for leadership.
• Oversee annual audits, tax filings, cost reports, and 1099 preparation.
• Provide financial guidance to CEO, board committees, and stakeholders.
• Oversee IT operations and vendor relationships as part of operations.

Skills

Financial management

GAAP knowledge

Nonprofit accounting

Budgeting & forecasting

Supervisory leadership

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Master's degree (preferred)

CPA (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Accounting software systems

Job description

Join Our Team and Help Create Better Futures for Children, Families, and the Community

Are you a strategic financial leader who is passionate about making a difference? At Youth Services System, Inc, we are seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our executive leadership team and help guide the financial sustainability and growth of a mission-driven nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of children, families, and our community.

About the Role

As a member of the executive leadership team, the CFO serves as the organization's primary financial strategist and oversees all aspects of finance, accounting, budgeting, forecasting, investments, grant accounting, medical billing, contract management, and information technology operations. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the financial health, regulatory compliance, and long-term sustainability of the organization.

The CFO also serves as Treasurer of the Foundation Board and provides financial guidance to leadership, management teams, board committees, and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership

• Lead all accounting and finance functions, including payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and grant accounting.
• Develop and manage the agency's annual operating budget and program budgets.
• Monitor cash flow, financial performance, and budget-to-actual results.
• Prepare financial reports, analyses, forecasts, and recommendations for executive leadership and the Board.
• Oversee annual audits, tax filings, cost reports, W-2s, and 1099 preparation.

Strategic Planning & Compliance

• Analyze financial trends and organizational performance to support strategic decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, federal and state regulations, grant requirements, and nonprofit accounting standards.
• Recommend improvements to financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Serve as liaison to auditors, financial institutions, insurers, and regulatory agencies.

Grants, Billing & Revenue Management

• Prepare grant budgets and oversee submission of monthly, quarterly, and annual grant reports.
• Oversee medical billing operations and provider credentialing with Medicaid and private insurance companies.
• Ensure billing and reimbursement activities meet auditing and compliance standards.

Information Technology & Operations

• Provide executive oversight of the organization's IT operations and vendor relationships.
• Supervise IT personnel and technology service contracts.
• Lead implementation and annual review of the agency's IT and Cybersecurity Plans.
• Evaluate and implement financial and operational software solutions.

Executive & Board Leadership

• Serve as staff liaison to the Finance Committee of the Board.
• Support investment management activities in collaboration with the Finance Committee.
• Present financial reports and recommendations to the CEO and Board of Directors.
• Support strategic planning, capital improvement projects, and organizational growth initiatives.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of financial management experience, preferably within a nonprofit organization.
• Fund accounting experience is required.
• Previous supervisory and leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit financial management.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, audits, grants management, and financial reporting.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 and accounting software systems.

Preferred

• Master's degree in a related field.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.
• Experience overseeing healthcare, behavioral health, social services, or medical billing operations.

Position Details

• Position: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
• Department: Administration / Finance
• Reports To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
• Status: Full-Time, Exempt
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (additional hours as needed)
• Salary Range: $120,000 - $140,000 annually
• Benefits: Eligible for all Full-time benefits when applicable: health, dental, vision, retirement plan, PTO, etc.
• Location: On-site at 87 15th St. Wheeling, WV 26003
• Travel: Some local travel required

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while helping shape the future of a well-established nonprofit organization serving children, families, and the broader community. You'll work alongside a dedicated leadership team committed to excellence, innovation, and mission-driven service.