Chief Financial Officer

Caritas Family Solutions•Belleville, IL

10h•$220,000 - $250,000•Onsite

About The Position

Welcome to your opportunity to change the world! If you have a servant’s heart and want to be part of something truly special, then Caritas Family Solutions needs you. We have been serving the people of Illinois since 1947 and have over 500 committed and mission-driven team members. At Caritas, we do not hire people for jobs; we find new team members for rewarding and life-changing careers that make the world better. If you are kind, patient, and ready to make a difference, we would love to meet you! Full-time employees are offered the competitive benefits outlined below: Generous Paid Time Off, Paid training, Health Insurance, Dental and Vision, Life insurance, 403(b) with company contribution 5%, Tuition reimbursement. We know great candidates bring a wide range of experience. If you believe you can be successful in this role, we encourage you to apply — even if you don’t meet every qualification listed. Title: Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Department: Finance Status: Full-Time, Exempt Reports To: Chief Executive Officer Starting Compensation Pay: $220,000 - $250,000 PURPOSE: The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) serves as the organization's senior financial leader and a key member of the Executive Leadership Team. The CFO provides strategic oversight of all financial operations and partners with executive leadership and the Board of Directors to ensure long-term financial sustainability, operational excellence, and responsible stewardship of organizational resources. Reporting directly to the CEO, the CFO helps guide the future of a $62 million nonprofit organization serving communities across Southern Illinois through 22 diverse programs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Nonprofit accounting principles
Financial planning and analysis
Budgeting and forecasting
Grant and contract management
Financial compliance and risk management
Strategic organizational planning
Seven to ten years of progressive financial leadership experience, preferably within a nonprofit or other mission-driven organization.
Demonstrated success leading complex budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, audit, and compliance functions.
Experience managing multiple funding sources, grants, and contracts.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Demonstrated ability to provide executive-level leadership, develop and mentor high-performing teams, manage performance and accountability, lead organizational change initiatives, and foster collaboration across departments while aligning financial operations with strategic organizational goals.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, business acumen, financial analysis, strategic thinking, attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to interpret and communicate complex financial information to diverse audiences.
Ability to prepare reports, presentations, and recommendations that support executive and board-level decision-making.
Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with executive leadership, board members, auditors, funding agencies, financial institutions, community partners, and staff.
Demonstrates professionalism, collaboration, transparency, integrity, and the ability to influence and lead through strong interpersonal communication and relationship-building skills.
Ability to analyze complex financial and operational issues, identify risks and opportunities, evaluate alternatives, exercise sound judgment, and make strategic decisions that support organizational sustainability.
Demonstrates the ability to navigate ambiguity, develop proactive solutions, and balance short-term operational needs with long-term strategic objectives.
Proficient Computer Skills In: Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Microsoft Excel functions, financial reporting systems, accounting software, budgeting and forecasting tools, data analysis applications, and virtual communication platforms.
Expert Computer Skills In: Advanced financial modeling, forecasting, data analysis, and reporting tools used to support strategic planning, organizational performance monitoring, and executive decision-making.
Ability to oversee organizational budgets, financial resources, investments, grants, contracts, and funding streams while ensuring effective stewardship of agency assets.
Ability to allocate resources strategically, monitor financial performance, and support organizational growth and sustainability.
Extensive knowledge of GAAP, nonprofit accounting principles, financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, audit management, internal controls, regulatory compliance, cash management, investment oversight, grant accounting, and financial reporting.
Ability to evaluate financial implications of organizational initiatives and recommend data-driven strategies.
Must display a willingness to adopt trauma-informed principles and practices and demonstrate a commitment to fostering a workplace culture built on safety, trust, collaboration, empowerment, and respect.
Recognizes the impact of trauma on employees, clients, and communities and incorporates trauma-informed approaches into leadership, communication, decision-making, and organizational practices.
Access to reliable transportation: Required.
Access to a reliable automobile: Required.
Proof of continued auto insurance: Required.
Valid driver’s license: Required.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Business Administration or related field.
Experience working with Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) contracts or other government-funded human service programs

Responsibilities

Develop and execute financial strategies that support organizational growth and long-term sustainability.
Lead organizational budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and scenario modeling efforts.
Provide strategic financial counsel to the CEO, Executive Leadership Team, and Board of Directors.
Oversee accounting, financial reporting, cash management, investments, audits, and regulatory compliance.
Ensure accurate financial reporting across multiple grants, contracts, and funding sources.
Strengthen financial systems, internal controls, and business processes to improve efficiency and decision-making.
Monitor financial performance, identify risks and opportunities, and develop proactive solutions.
Evaluate financial implications of strategic initiatives, partnerships, acquisitions, and organizational growth opportunities.
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team.
Serve as Secretary/Treasurer for Caritas Family Solutions' supporting boards in accordance with organizational bylaws.
Collaborate with organizational leadership to align financial strategy with mission-focused objectives.
Support a culture of accountability, transparency, and stewardship throughout the organization.
Additional duties as assigned.