Interim Chief Financial Officer

This interim CFO role sits within the executive leadership team of a mission-driven nonprofit, carrying responsibility for financial management, reporting, compliance, and operational effectiveness. The position is hands-on, requiring direct execution across the full accounting cycle, payroll, reconciliations, and audit coordination, alongside strategic advisory to the CEO and Board on financial health and sustainability.

The role also involves managing federal and state grant funding, strengthening internal controls, supporting financial system implementations, and developing a five-person finance team. The assignment is a contract engagement based in San Francisco on a hybrid Monday-to-Friday schedule, billed at an hourly rate.

• Partner with the CEO and executive leadership team to develop and execute financial strategies aligned with organisational goals.
• Oversee the full accounting lifecycle, including general ledger, payroll, reconciliations, and financial reporting in accordance with GAAP and nonprofit standards.
• Manage the financial aspects of federal and state funding, including grant budgeting, reporting, compliance, and fund allocation.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a finance team of five, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Evaluate and strengthen internal controls, financial policies, and risk management practices.
• Oversee the annual audit process and coordinate with external auditors to ensure regulatory compliance.

• At least eight years of progressive experience in accounting or finance, including leadership roles.
• Demonstrated experience in the nonprofit sector, including grant funding, reporting, and government-funded program compliance.
• Strong knowledge of full-cycle accounting and general ledger principles, with hands-on GAAP expertise.
• Proven ability to lead and develop finance teams, operating at both strategic and tactical levels.
• Experience with financial system implementations or financial transformation initiatives.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks, Salesforce, Paycom, Ramp, and Google Workspace. CPA or equivalent certification strongly preferred.

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