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Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Job Description
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Location: Greater Tampa Bay Area | On-Site/Hybrid | Local Candidates Preferred Compensation: $175,000 base salary + discretionary annual bonus
Are you ready to lead the financial strategy of a mission-driven organization? This is a high-impact role where you’ll shape the financial future, ensure sustainability, and drive long-term success. As CFO, you’ll work closely with the CEO and Board to guide strategic decisions, optimize resources, and maintain compliance. If you thrive at the intersection of vision and execution, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the nonprofit sector.
What You’ll Do
- Strategic Leadership: Design and implement financial strategies aligned with organizational goals; advise CEO and Board on key decisions; lead long-term planning and forecasting.
- Financial Oversight: Manage preparation of accurate financial statements, regulatory filings, and compliance reports; oversee cash flow, investments, and capital planning.
- Risk & Compliance: Maintain strong internal controls; lead audits and tax filings; ensure adherence to all regulatory requirements.
- Operational Excellence: Mentor and develop the finance team; streamline financial systems and processes; foster relationships with donors, funding agencies, and financial partners.
- Collaborative Strategy: Partner with leadership on growth initiatives; provide financial insights for fundraising, grants, and donor reporting.
- Analysis & Reporting: Deliver clear, actionable financial analysis and present transparent reports to executives and the Board.
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; CPA and/or Master’s degree strongly preferred.
- 20+ years of progressive experience in accounting and finance leadership.
- Nonprofit experience and familiarity with funding agency relationships required.
- Expertise in financial strategy, compliance, and risk management.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Proficiency in GAAP principles and financial systems.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Beautiful corporate offices with hybrid flexibility.
- Excellent work-life balance and comprehensive benefits.
- High-profile role with direct impact on organizational success.
- Competitive compensation: $160,000–$180,000 target range.
At Taylor White, we specialize in Accounting & Finance roles in Tampa Bay and beyond. Our industry knowledge combined with our extensive recruiting experience means we not only know what you're looking for—we know how to find it! For more information, please contact us via our website at www.taylorwhite.com.
Additional Information
Whether you're an employer seeking talent or a job candidate ready for new challenges, we can help. We're Taylor White. A recruitment firm focused exclusively on placing those in the accounting and finance field - and only in the Tampa Bay area. What's more, most of our recruiters used to be accounting professionals themselves so we're uniquely capable of understanding your needs - no matter what side of the table you're on.
From placing top-tier talent in permanent positions throughout Tampa Bay to providing access to the area's best consultants, there's a reason Taylor White is the first firm both candidates and employers turn to. We know accountants.
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