Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Skills of Central PA•State College, PA

3d•$100,000 - $140,000•Onsite

About The Position

Skills of Central PA is seeking an accomplished, forward-thinking Chief Financial Officer to provide strategic financial leadership and promote the organization’s stability, service quality, and long-term financial sustainability. Reporting to the President and Chief Executive Officer, the CFO serves as the principal financial advisor and a member of the executive leadership team. The CFO oversees financial strategy, budgeting, accounting, reporting, compliance, internal controls, risk management, investments, contracts, insurance, capital planning, and financial sustainability. The role works closely with organizational leaders, the Finance Committee, Board of Directors, Foundation Board, external auditors, financial institutions, governmental entities, and community and business partners. The CFO translates complex financial information into clear, practical guidance for informed decision-making. This is an in-person position in State College, Pennsylvania. The successful candidate will be a strategic and hands-on financial executive who can balance long-term planning with operational leadership of a complex finance function and support the mission and values of Skills of Central PA.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, finance, business administration, or a closely related field.
At least 10 years of progressively responsible financial leadership experience, including significant experience at the senior management, controller, or financial officer level.
Demonstrated experience leading accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, audits, internal controls, and long-range financial planning.
Proficiency with financial management systems, Microsoft Excel, and other Microsoft Office applications.
Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license and ability to travel periodically for organizational business.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive organizational, employee, and financial information.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Exceptional integrity, professional judgment, and accountability.
Strong strategic planning and financial analysis capabilities.
Executive-level communication and presentation skills, including the ability to translate financial data into clear recommendations and actionable decisions.
Collaborative leadership style and ability to build effective relationships across departments.
Experience leading organizational change and improving financial systems and processes.
Thorough understanding of internal controls, financial reporting, budgeting, audits, compliance, and risk management.
Ability to manage multiple complex priorities and deadlines.
Commitment to person-centered services and the mission and values of Skills of Central PA.
English language proficiency.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.
At least 5 years of nonprofit accounting experience.
Experience within human services, healthcare, nonprofit services, government-funded programs, or another highly regulated environment.
Experience with governmental reimbursement systems, contracts, short- and long-term financing, and applicable regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement short- and long-term financial strategies aligned with the organization’s mission, priorities, and operational goals.
Advise the President/CEO, executive leadership, and Board of Directors on financial performance, organizational risk, growth opportunities, and long-term sustainability.
Evaluate the financial implications of proposed initiatives, contracts, capital investments, and organizational decisions.
Monitor economic, regulatory, reimbursement, and industry developments that may affect revenue, expenses, or service delivery.
Develop strategies related to capital formation, debt financing, investments, tax-exempt status, and responsible resource use.
Oversee accounting, budgeting, forecasting, cash management, financial analysis, and internal and external financial reporting.
Maintain financial reporting systems that provide accurate, timely, and meaningful information to leadership and the Board.
Analyze financial results, identify trends and concerns, and recommend actions to strengthen financial performance.
Present monthly financial reports to the Finance Committee and Board of Directors, and provide financial reporting and investment guidance to the Foundation Board.
Partner with operational leaders to develop budgets, monitor performance, and promote financial accountability.
Establish and maintain internal financial controls and ensure compliance with accounting standards, governmental requirements, tax obligations, and organizational policies.
Lead the relationship with external auditors and coordinate audit preparation and responses.
Monitor compliance with loan, bond, financing, and other contractual covenants.
Identify financial, operational, and compliance risks and recommend safeguards.
Oversee organizational insurance programs and maintain relationships with insurance brokers and advisors.
Provide financial oversight of county, managed care, and other significant organizational contracts; review agreements for financial terms, reimbursement rates, billing requirements, and risk.
Oversee asset management and resource allocation practices.
Provide executive financial leadership for real estate purchases, sales, and leases, and support planning for facilities, fleet vehicles, equipment, and other capital needs.
Coordinate financial due diligence and review for initiatives requiring executive or Board approval.
Lead, develop, and support assigned financial team members; establish departmental priorities, performance expectations, and effective work processes.
Promote communication and partnership among Finance, Operations, Human Resources, Information Technology, and other organizational functions.
Explain complex financial matters to financial and nonfinancial audiences.
Serve on organizational committees and act as a financial liaison to applicable Board committees.
Represent Skills of Central PA with auditors, financial institutions, governmental agencies, regulators, attorneys, insurers, community partners, and other external stakeholders.
Maintain integrity, confidentiality, sound judgment, and ethical conduct.