Chief Financial Officer

The Center for Children and Families•Monroe, LA

17h•$105,000 - $120,000

About The Position

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) serves as the senior financial executive of The Center for Children & Families and a key member of the Executive Leadership Team. The CFO is responsible for safeguarding the financial integrity, sustainability, and compliance of the organization while aligning financial strategy with the mission to promote safe and healthy environments for children and families through advocacy, counseling, education, and prevention. The CFO provides strategic financial leadership for a complex nonprofit organization operating across multiple programs and funding streams, including federal, state, and local grants; Medicaid and insurance reimbursement; fee-for-service revenue; and private donations. The CFO is responsible for the financial accountability, compliance, reporting, and accounting oversight of all grant funding. This role ensures strong internal controls, effective forecasting, regulatory compliance, and transparent reporting to the CEO and Board of Directors.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field required
Minimum of seven (7) years of progressive financial leadership experience
Demonstrated experience in nonprofit financial management required
Experience in complex grant-funded environments required
Experience supervising finance teams required
Nonprofit fund accounting
Grant financial reporting and compliance
Cost allocation and indirect cost rate management
Financial forecasting and modeling
Internal controls development
Cash flow management in reimbursement-based environments
Financial reporting systems and dashboard development
Strategic thinker with strong financial judgment
Direct and firm in financial guidance, yet relational in leadership approach
Courage to challenge executive leadership when necessary
Strong communicator who translates financial data into actionable strategy
High integrity and commitment to confidentiality
Ability to work effectively in a mission-driven, service-oriented organization
Commitment to the values of community, respect, integrity, service, teamwork, empowerment, and excellence

Nice To Haves

CPA or advanced certification preferred
Experience in managing reimbursement-based billing environments preferred
Experience leading Single Audit processes strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as the chief financial strategist for the organization
Align financial planning with the agency’s strategic plan and growth initiatives
Provide financial modeling and analysis for new programs, expansion opportunities, and funding sustainability
Develop multi-year financial forecasts and long-term sustainability planning
Advise the CEO and Executive Team on financial risks, opportunities, and fiscal guardrails
Oversee all accounting, financial reporting, billing, payroll, accounts receivable, and finance operations
Supervise the Controller and finance team members
Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting
Strengthen financial systems, documentation, and internal workflows
Monitor cash flow and maintain appropriate operating reserves
Maintain banking relationships and oversee financial institution partnerships
Develop and oversee the organization’s investment strategy in alignment with financial goals and risk tolerance
Provide financial oversight and accountability for all grant funding
Ensure accurate grant accounting, fund tracking, and reporting
Maintain compliant cost allocation methodologies
Oversee indirect cost rate management and documentation
Ensure compliance with federal Uniform Guidance, state regulations, and funding requirements
Lead preparation and response for the annual Single Audit
Maintain audit readiness and implement corrective actions when necessary
Collaborate closely with the CAO to ensure alignment between grant administration and financial accountability
Oversee billing operations for Medicaid, insurance, and private pay services
Monitor reimbursement cycles and implement strategies to stabilize cash flow
Strengthen revenue tracking, reconciliation, and reporting systems
Ensure accurate payroll processing for employees and contractor therapists
Review and analyze monthly accounts receivable aging reports to drive timely collections and payment resolution
Evaluate monthly write-offs and denial trends; communicate recurring issues to the clinical team and implement operational improvements as needed
Prepare and present financial dashboards and reports to the Board of Directors
Translate financial data into strategic insight for non-financial leaders
Ensure transparency, clarity, and accuracy in all financial communications
Develop and maintain strong internal control systems
Ensure segregation of duties and compliance safeguards
Protect the organization from financial, regulatory, and audit risk
Provide principled financial guidance, including when financial constraints require limiting expansion or initiatives
Provide leadership and supervision to: Controller Financial Operations Manager / Grants Accountant (accounting function) Billing Team Accounts Receivable Team Payroll functions
Develop staff capacity and promote a culture of integrity, accountability, and teamwork
Collaborate effectively with the CAO, COO, and program leaders
Oversee completion and timely filing of Form 5500
Ensure ongoing compliance with U.S. Department of Labor requirements and applicable regulations
Partner with HR to maintain and improve retirement plan processes, procedures, and employee communications
Review and approve participant loans, hardship distributions, or early withdrawals in accordance with plan rules
Coordinate and participate in retirement plan audits and related reviews as needed