Impact-Driven CFO for Nonprofit Housing & Real Estate

Paycom

St. Louis (MO)

On-site

USD 140,000 - 160,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Beyond Housing in St. Louis, MO, is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to lead the financial strategy, long‑term fiscal health, and asset stewardship for a nonprofit with an operating budget around $14M and 600+ housing units.

The CFO reports to the COO/Staff and partners with the CEO and Board to ensure sustainability and mission impact. The role oversees financial systems, risk management, LIHTC development funding, and multi-entity real estate structures, guiding budgeting, projections, and

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred).
Minimum seven years in progressive financial leadership roles.
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.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic financial leadership to the CEO, COO, and senior leadership team.
Coordinate filing of annual tax returns (990, 1065, 1120) with the audit firm.
Manage cash flow on a daily/weekly/short-term basis and produce 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.
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.
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.
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.