Outsourced CFO – Charter School & Nonprofit

Talentharbor; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Talentharbor is seeking a Director of Finance to empower charter schools and nonprofits. This remote-first role includes overseeing financial operations and managing a collaborative team. Candidates should possess strong leadership skills and a passion for helping mission-driven organizations succeed.

Benefits

401(k) with 4% match

Medical coverage with deductible support

20 days PTO and all public holidays off

Quarterly leadership retreats

Bonus program up to 20%

Qualifications

• 7+ years in finance/accounting, preferably with nonprofits or charter schools.
• Experience as a CFO or managing multiple clients.
• Strong communicator and strategic thinker.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an outsourced CFO for charter schools and nonprofits.
• Oversee financial reporting, compliance, and audits.
• Mentor rising finance talent.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Reporting

Budgeting

GAAP

Communication

Multitasking

Client Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Sage Intacct

Job description

Outsourced CFO – Charter School & Nonprofit

Outsourced CFO – Charter School & Nonprofit

This range is provided by Talent Harbor. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$120,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr

Direct message the job poster from Talent Harbor

Now Hiring: Director of Finance - Charter schools

Empowering mission-driven organizations to thrive.

Do you dream in spreadsheets? Speak fluent GAAP? Thrive in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment? We’re looking for a Director of Finance who’s ready to take their career to the next level—while making a real difference in the world of education.

As the Director of Finance, you won’t just balance books—you’ll balance impact and innovation. You’ll serve as a trusted strategic partner for charter schools and nonprofits, overseeing financial operations, leading a collaborative team, and ensuring clients are empowered to grow sustainably.

What You’ll Do

• Serve as an outsourced CFO for visionary charter schools and nonprofits
• Oversee financial reporting, budgeting, compliance, and audits
• Lead cross-functional internal teams (AP, payroll, retirement, accounting)
• Partner with executive teams and guide client decision-making
• Build long-term client relationships built on trust, clarity, and results
• Mentor rising finance talent and shape the future of financial consulting
• Keep a finger on the pulse of charter school funding and financial regulations
• 7+ years in finance/accounting (with nonprofits or charter schools)
• Experience as a fractional CFO or with multi-clients.
• Leadership experience, including managing teams and driving strategy
• Experience with nonprofit accounting systems like Sage Intacct is a big plus
• Strong communicator, self-starter, and a master multitasker
• Passionate about helping others succeed—and ready to dig into the details
• $120K–$150K base + average 8% annual bonus
• 401(k) with 4% match
• Medical coverage (BCBS/Kaiser) + up to $7,500 deductible support
• 20 days PTO, all public holidays off, plus the week between Christmas & New Year’s
• Remote-first culture with company-provided gear
• Quarterly leadership retreats (yes, we pay for travel!)
• Bonus program (up to 20%) + employee referral bonus

We’re not just looking for someone who can do the job—we want someone who embodies our core values:

We’ve been growing steadily since 2010, have incredible employee retention, and are passionate about the communities we serve. Most of our leadership team has been here 10+ years—and we’re just getting started.

Ready to Apply?

Expect a thoughtful, multi-step hiring process (5–6 stages), including interviews with executives and a mock presentation. We take our time to find the right fit—and to give you the space to decide if we’re the right fit for you.

Apply now and be the leader who shapes the future of mission-driven finance.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance and Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Financial Services and Education Administration Programs

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