Nonprofit CFO: Strategic Finance Leader

Connecticut Science Center, Inc; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending account

Company provided life and short-term

401(k) matching

Paid parental leave

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Bonus potential

Job summary

The Connecticut Science Center in Hartford seeks a seasoned Chief Financial Officer to lead financial strategy, planning, and reporting for a $10 million nonprofit. You will oversee budgeting, forecasting, accounting operations, and compliance, working with the President & CEO and the Vice President Administration to advance mission-driven outcomes.

This hands-on leadership role requires strong nonprofit experience, the ability to present to the Board of Trustees, and effective collaboration

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting is required; CPA and/or MBA are a plus.
• Five+ years of progressively responsible experience in finance and accounting, with senior leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning with department leaders.
• Develop financial models, scenario analyses, and business plans for resource allocation and investments.
• Produce monthly financial statements and management reports for the President, CEO, and Board committees.
• Create executive and board presentation materials and deliver clear, credible financial analyses.
• Oversee cash flow, accounting operations, audits, and compliance with regulatory standards.

Skills

Financial analysis

Executive reporting

Excel & PowerPoint

Vendor management

Communication

Integrity & discretion

Team supervision

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

CPA or MBA a plus

Tools

Abila MIP

Tessitura

Clover

EZ Content Manager

Adaptive Budgeting and Reporting

Job description

The Connecticut Science Center in Hartford seeks a seasoned Chief Financial Officer to lead financial strategy, planning, and reporting for a $10 million nonprofit. You will oversee budgeting, forecasting, accounting operations, and compliance, working with the President & CEO and the Vice President Administration to advance mission-driven outcomes.

This hands-on leadership role requires strong nonprofit experience, the ability to present to the Board of Trustees, and effective collaboration