Strategic Nonprofit CFO: Growth & Impact Leader

Caritas of Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Caritas of Austin, a downtown nonprofit, is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer to lead strategic financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial administration. The CFO will manage grant-funded finance activities as the organization advances its mission and growth.

The role reports to the CEO and is a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, overseeing a finance team and ensuring compliance across all audits and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field.
• CPA or CMA preferred; MBA preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive financial leadership experience in organizations with budgets ≥ $5 million; nonprofit/grant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial strategy, policy development, and long-term planning aligned with goals.
• Assess performance against the budget and multi-year growth plans; report to CEO and Board.
• Oversee financial administration, budgeting, processes, and reporting.
• Provide financial forecasting, risk analysis, and scenario planning for decisions.
• Develop and coach the finance team; promote accountability and accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with financial, regulatory, and audit requirements.
• Demonstrate autonomy, judgment, and deadline-driven execution.

Education

Bachelor Degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration or related field

CPA or CMA

MBA

Tools

Abila MIP Fund Accounting

NetSuite

Financial Edge NXT

Sage Intacct

Job description

Caritas of Austin, a downtown nonprofit, is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer to lead strategic financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial administration. The CFO will manage grant-funded finance activities as the organization advances its mission and growth.

The role reports to the CEO and is a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, overseeing a finance team and ensuring compliance across all audits and regulatory requirements.