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Our client is seeking an accomplished Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to provide strategic financial leadership for a nonprofit organization in the Chattanooga, TN area. This long-term contract opportunity is well-suited for a hands-on finance executive who can lead day-to-day financial operations while guiding long-term financial strategy, reporting improvements, and organizational planning.
Job Responsibility:
Lead the organization’s overall financial strategy, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning aligned with mission-driven objectives
Oversee cash flow, liquidity, and capital utilization to support ongoing financial stability and sustainability
Direct the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements for leadership and board reporting
Enhance financial reporting processes to provide meaningful insights into performance, trends, and risk areas
Evaluate and oversee accounting systems and financial infrastructure, including supporting potential ERP/system transitions (e.g., Microsoft Great Plains)
Partner with executive leadership to assess financial implications of strategic initiatives, funding decisions, and operational priorities
Strengthen internal controls, financial policies, and compliance procedures in alignment with nonprofit best practices
Collaborate cross-functionally to improve financial transparency, planning discipline, and organizational efficiency
Requirements:
Proven experience in a senior financial leadership role, such as CFO or equivalent executive-level position
Strong expertise in cash flow management, capital planning, and organizational financial strategy
Demonstrated success leading month-end close and delivering accurate, timely financial reporting
Experience overseeing accounting systems and financial platforms, including familiarity with Microsoft Great Plains or similar ERP solutions
Deep understanding of budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and financial performance analysis
Ability to clearly communicate complex financial concepts to executive leadership, boards, and non-financial stakeholders
Experience within a nonprofit organization, or strong familiarity with nonprofit financial operations and reporting requirements
Nice to have:
CPA or advanced finance/accounting credential
Experience supporting system implementations or financial system upgrades
Background working closely with boards or finance committees
Exposure to grant funding, donor reporting, or restricted funds management