Interim Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Carey & Co

Carey & Co., LLC; New Jersey; Remote; USD 179,000 - 234,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible engagements

High-visibility roles

Impactful nonprofit work

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Carey & Co., LLC is seeking an experienced Interim Chief Financial Officer to support nonprofit clients on a fractional, short-term basis. The role demands deep expertise in government contracting across city, state, and federal levels, with the ability to lead finances, reporting, and compliance in a fast-paced environment.

Remote work is primary, with onsite presence for client needs. Ideal candidates will have CPA or MBA, 8+ years of leadership, and proficiency in QuickBooks Online and ERP

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, including government contracts.
• Strong nonprofit financial management, GAAP and fund accounting knowledge.
• CPA or MBA or equivalent advanced degree strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Excel; ERP familiarity a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee restricted and government funding compliance and reporting for city, state, and federal contracts.
• Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for the engagement.
• Ensure GAAP compliance, audits, tax filings, and regulatory adherence for nonprofits.
• Strengthen internal controls around grant and contract compliance.
• Prepare financial statements, KPIs, and cash flow analyses for leadership and funders.
• Provide steady interim leadership and smooth knowledge transfer at close.

Skills

Interim leadership

Nonprofit funding

GAAP knowledge

Strong communication

Excel proficiency

Education

CPA certification preferred

MBA preferred

Tools

QuickBooks Online

ERP systems familiarity

Job description

Location: Remote, with onsite presence as needed based on client requirements; candidates in the New York Metro area preferred, but other locations considered

Engagement Type: 1099 Contract

Hourly Rate: $130–$170/hour, based on experience and scope of engagement

About Carey & Co

Carey & Co partners exclusively with nonprofits across various industries, providing expert support in finance, HR, fundraising, and technology. Our mission is to empower nonprofit organizations by streamlining administrative functions, ensuring financial clarity, and supporting operational excellence.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Interim Chief Financial Officer to step into fractional and short-term engagements supporting Carey & Co and our nonprofit clients. This role requires a seasoned financial leader who can move quickly into complex environments and manage government and restricted funding with confidence. The ideal candidate has deep, hands-on experience with city, state, and federal contracts, and can bring immediate credibility and stability to an organization during a leadership transition.

Key Responsibilities

• Restricted & Government Funding: Oversee compliance and reporting for restricted funds, including city, state, and federal contracts and grants, ensuring adherence to funder-specific requirements and regulations (e.g., 2 CFR 200 / Uniform Guidance).
• Financial Management: Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for the duration of the engagement.
• Compliance & Risk Management: Oversee accounting practices, audits, tax filings, and regulatory compliance, ensuring adherence to GAAP and nonprofit financial regulations.
• Internal Controls: Assess and strengthen internal controls and financial procedures, particularly around grant and contract compliance.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare financial statements, KPIs, and cash flow analyses for leadership and, where applicable, funders.
• Transition Leadership: Provide steady, credible financial leadership during interim periods, onboarding smoothly and transferring knowledge effectively at engagement close.
• Vendor & Partner Management: Manage relationships with banks, auditors, accountants, and external financial service providers as needed.
• Team Leadership: Oversee finance staff and/or external vendors for the duration of the engagement.
• 8+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, including direct experience managing restricted funding — specifically city, state, and federal government contracts.
• Strong understanding of nonprofit financial management, GAAP standards, and fund accounting.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Excel; familiarity with additional ERP systems a plus.
• Proven ability to step into interim or fractional roles and deliver results quickly with minimal ramp-up.
• Available for hourly, contract (1099) engagements, with flexibility across multiple assignments.
• CPA, MBA, or equivalent advanced degree strongly preferred.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Candidates located in the New York Metro area and open to working onsite for clients as needed are preferred, but candidates located elsewhere will also be considered.

Why Join Carey & Co?

• Opportunity to support mission-driven organizations making an impact.
• High-visibility interim leadership roles with meaningful influence.
• Flexible, engagement-based work structure.
• Collaborative and supportive team culture.
• Competitive hourly compensation based on experience.

If you are an experienced financial leader with restricted funding and government contract expertise, and you’re ready for flexible, high-impact interim work, we would love to hear from you!