Strategic CFO: Modernize Finance for a Mission-Driven Firm

SkyWater Search Partners; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 250,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Christian Brothers Services in the Chicago area seeks a strategic Chief Financial Officer to lead financial strategy, planning, and enterprise-wide operations, reporting to the President & CEO. This executive role goes beyond traditional accounting, guiding decision-making and ensuring disciplined financial execution across a multi-entity model.

The CFO will operate with high visibility, regularly engaging the Board and committees, and will influence long-term growth.

Qualifications

• Strategic financial leadership skills
• Experience with multi-entity organizations (health, retirement, risk, consulting)
• Board-level partnering and communication

Responsibilities

• Lead financial strategy, planning, and operations for the organization.
• Serve as a key thought partner to leadership and the Board; influence enterprise decision-making beyond accounting.
• Engage with the Board of Directors and audit/finance committees; ensure clarity and discipline in a complex environment.

Job description

Christian Brothers Services in the Chicago area seeks a strategic Chief Financial Officer to lead financial strategy, planning, and enterprise-wide operations, reporting to the President & CEO. This executive role goes beyond traditional accounting, guiding decision-making and ensuring disciplined financial execution across a multi-entity model.

The CFO will operate with high visibility, regularly engaging the Board and committees, and will influence long-term growth.