Chief Financial Officer

NATIONAL ALLIANCE FOR CARE AT HOME•Alexandria, VA

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

The National Alliance for Care at Home (Alliance) is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to serve as a key member of the executive leadership team. The CFO will be responsible for the financial strategy, stewardship, and long-term fiscal health of both the National Alliance for Care at Home (a 501(c)(6) organization) and the National Alliance for Care at Home Leadership Foundation (a 501(c)(3) organization). This role involves providing strategic and operational leadership for all financial functions, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, audit oversight, compliance, and internal controls. The CFO will also act as the primary staff liaison to the Finance and Audit Committees, partnering with volunteer leaders to ensure strong governance and sound financial decision-making. This position is ideal for a seasoned, forward-thinking leader who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys building, improving, and modernizing financial operations. The ideal candidate will possess a combination of strategic vision, operational expertise, and strong business partnership skills, serving as a trusted advisor to the CEO, Board, and leadership team. The Alliance views finance as a strategic driver of organizational growth, innovation, operational excellence, and mission impact. This is an opportunity to help shape the future of a respected national organization at a pivotal moment in its evolution. The position is based in the Washington, DC metropolitan area and offers a hybrid work arrangement (2-3 days in-office).

Requirements

Minimum of 10-15 years of progressive financial leadership experience, including significant experience at the Controller, VP of Finance, or CFO level.
Demonstrated experience managing finances for a nonprofit trade association or membership organization.
Direct experience working with both 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(6) entities, including related compliance and cost-allocation considerations.
Proven budgeting experience, including leading organization-wide budgeting processes.
Experience managing external audit relationships and leading organizations through the annual audit process.
Strong knowledge of payroll tax compliance, including experience with multi-state payroll and related filings (e.g., 941s).
Experience building or significantly improving financial infrastructure, systems, and controls.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in financial reporting and analysis.
Ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for executives, board members, and non-financial stakeholders.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to financial management and operations.
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
Sound business judgment and decision-making capabilities.
High degree of integrity, professionalism, and accountability.
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Collaborative leadership style with the ability to build effective relationships across departments.
Customer-service mindset with a commitment to supporting internal stakeholders and members.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion with sensitive financial information.
Experience developing and improving financial processes, controls, and operational efficiencies.

Nice To Haves

CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as a strategic partner to the CEO, senior leadership team, and Board of Directors on financial matters, long-range planning, and organizational strategy.
Develop and implement financial and administrative strategies that support the organization’s mission and goals.
Provide strategic recommendations based on financial analysis and projections, cost identification and allocation, and revenue/expense analysis and budgetary planning.
Collaborate to execute the CEO’s and Board plans, initiatives, and recommendations.
Oversee long-term budgetary planning and cost management to align with the strategic plan.
Create and establish yearly financial objectives that align with the plans for growth and expansion.
Present financial reports, forecasts, and analysis to the Board, relevant committees (e.g., Finance/Audit Committee), and Alliance leadership.
Ensure accuracy and timeliness of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
Assume full ownership of the organization’s financial function, including strategic financial leadership, compliance, budgeting, audit oversight, and day-to-day financial operations management.
Ensure the organization is properly registered and in good standing in all states where it operates or employs staff.
Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local tax and regulatory requirements for both 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(6) entities.
Manage relationships with external auditors and lead the annual audit process.
Maintain and strengthen internal controls to ensure compliance.
Direct the annual budgeting process in partnership with department heads, senior leadership, and the CEO.
Develop and monitor multi-year financial forecasts and scenario planning.
Identify and address organizational overspending; implement improved expense management policies and monitoring.
Provide regular financial reporting and variance analysis to leadership and the Board.
Directly manage the Accounting Specialist and oversee all AP/AR functions.
Evaluate, implement, and/or improve financial systems, policies, and procedures.
Manage banking relationships, tax responsibilities, cash flow, and investment oversight.
Support financial operations across both the 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(6) entities, including appropriate allocation of shared costs and resources.
Lead, mentor, and develop accounting and finance staff.
Work in both strategic and tactical capacities within a lean organizational structure.