Strategic CFO for Nonprofit Growth & Capital Campaigns

Hermann Park Conservancy; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Hermann Park Conservancy is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to guide financial strategy, governance, and long-term sustainability. The CFO will oversee budgeting, treasury, audits, and capital project finances while partnering with the leadership team to support growth and public-private partnerships.

With a focus on transparency and financial systems, the role leads a multi-revenue model including contributed revenue, grants, and earned income, and reports to the CEO and Board.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; CPA, MBA, or equivalent experience strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, with several years in a senior leadership role.
• Experience overseeing financial and accounting operations in a complex organization with multiple revenue streams.
• Experience overseeing treasury and banking relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to operate as a strategic partner, not just a functional leader.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic advisor to the President & CEO and a contributing member of the leadership team.
• Lead long-range financial planning aligned with strategic plan and capital campaign.
• Develop financial models to support major capital projects and growth.
• Oversee budgeting, reporting, and internal controls across the organization.
• Partner with COO and Development to align financial systems and fundraising strategy.
• Present financial results and key considerations to the Board.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial modeling

Board communication

Nonprofit experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPA

MBA

Tools

Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT

Job description

Hermann Park Conservancy is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to guide financial strategy, governance, and long-term sustainability. The CFO will oversee budgeting, treasury, audits, and capital project finances while partnering with the leadership team to support growth and public-private partnerships.

With a focus on transparency and financial systems, the role leads a multi-revenue model including contributed revenue, grants, and earned income, and reports to the CEO and Board.