Chief Financial Officer Job at Robert Half (Tacoma)

Chief Financial Officer

Robert Half

Location:
United States , Tacoma

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

155000.00 - 185000.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

We are looking for a strategic Chief Financial Officer to provide financial leadership for a mission-driven organization in Tacoma, Washington. This position is ideal for an experienced executive who can guide long-range planning, strengthen fiscal stewardship, and partner closely with senior leadership and the board. The CFO will oversee the financial health of the organization with a strong focus on forecasting, tuition-based revenue planning, and thoughtful risk management while maintaining a visible, collaborative presence across the campus community.

Job Responsibility:

Lead the organization’s financial strategy by developing long-term plans, evaluating future scenarios, and advising leadership on key fiscal decisions
Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling with particular attention to tuition revenue, enrollment-related assumptions, and potential financial risks
Partner with the president, board members, controller, and operational leaders to communicate financial insights and support informed decision-making
Direct high-level oversight of contracts, vendor agreements, and major financial commitments to ensure sound business outcomes
Supervise core accounting and reporting functions, including financial statement review, annual planning, month-end activities, and year-end close processes
Coordinate the annual external audit process and help maintain strong internal controls and compliance practices appropriate for a nonprofit environment
Administer the organization’s 403(b) retirement plan and support related fiduciary and reporting responsibilities
Maintain an active on-site presence by participating in meetings, events, and cross-functional discussions, with flexibility to support responsibilities outside a traditional daily schedule
Assess the effectiveness of financial systems, including Acumatica, and recommend improvements or changes that better support reporting and operational needs

Requirements:

Proven experience serving in a senior financial leadership role such as CFO or equivalent executive-level position
Strong background in nonprofit finance, including oversight of budgeting, reporting, audit coordination, and financial governance
Demonstrated ability to build forecasts and strategic financial plans for organizations with tuition or education-based revenue streams
Expertise in interpreting financial statements, managing complex analysis, and translating data into clear recommendations for executive stakeholders
Experience working collaboratively with boards, presidents, controllers, and cross-functional leaders in a diplomatic and relationship-focused manner
Solid understanding of accounting operations, including general ledger oversight, month-end close, and year-end reporting
Familiarity with retirement plan administration, preferably including 403(b) plans
Willingness to work primarily in person in Tacoma, Washington, with the flexibility to support evening or event-based commitments as needed

What we offer:

medical
dental
vision
life and disability insurances
participation in the company’s 401(k) plan with 7% match
15 days of paid vacation
7 days of paid sick leave
10 paid holidays per calendar year

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 05, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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