Chief Financial Officer Job at Robert Half (Syracuse)

Chief Financial Officer

Robert Half

Location:
United States , Syracuse

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

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Job Description:

Nick Corieri with Robert Half is looking for an accomplished Chief Financial Officer to lead financial strategy and enterprise-wide fiscal oversight for a mission-driven NFP organization based in Syracuse, New York. This executive will partner closely with senior leadership and the board to guide long-range planning, strengthen operational performance, and support sound decision-making across the organization and its affiliated entities. The ideal candidate brings deep nonprofit financial leadership experience, a strong command of compliance and reporting standards, and the ability to build efficient systems that support growth, accountability, and sustainability.

Job Responsibility:

Partner with executive leadership to shape financial strategy, evaluate organizational performance, and align resources with near-term priorities and long-range goals
Direct budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis across the organization and affiliated entities, delivering clear insights and recommendations that support informed business decisions
Prepare and present quarterly financial updates, annual budgets, and key fiscal trends to the Board of Directors and relevant board committees
Oversee accounting operations, ensuring accurate reporting, effective internal controls, and compliance with applicable accounting standards across consolidated and related entities
Lead the development of financial models and performance indicators that improve planning, measure results, and strengthen overall financial health
Monitor cash position and liquidity, review financial terms tied to grants and contracts, and manage endowment distributions in accordance with approved plans
Guide the evaluation and implementation of financial systems, software, and process improvements that increase efficiency and strengthen operational visibility
Manage audit activity, regulatory filings, grant compliance, indirect cost rate agreements, and other financial obligations to ensure timely and accurate adherence to requirements

Requirements:

10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, including senior-level responsibility for organizational strategy, budgeting, and reporting
Experience managing intercompany transactions and consolidated financial activity across affiliates or related entities in an international organization
Strong expertise in IFRS and GAAP, with the ability to apply appropriate standards across multiple entities and reporting structures
Background in nonprofit and fund accounting, including oversight of grants, restricted funding, and board-facing financial reporting
Demonstrated success leading financial reporting, forecasting, and analysis in a complex organizational environment
Proven ability to establish internal controls, supervise accounting functions, and coordinate internal and external audits effectively

What we offer:

Medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 16, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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