Chief Financial Officer

$200,000 - $280,000/Yr

Cdd Medical - Washington, DC

Full-time - Executive

Washington, DC

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About the position

Pact is an international nonprofit organization dedicated to building solutions for human development that are evidence-based, data-driven, and owned by the communities it serves. Founded in 1971, Pact operates in nearly 40 countries, focusing on resilience, accountability, and sustainable social impact. The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) plays a crucial role in this mission by overseeing the financial health and fiscal integrity of the organization. As a member of Pact's executive leadership team, the CFO is responsible for a wide range of financial operations, including accounting, treasury, payroll, insurance, travel, facilities, and technology operations. This position requires a strategic mindset to ensure the seamless operational delivery of Pact's projects while adhering to organizational policies and regulatory compliance. The CFO will work closely with the Board's Finance and Audit Committee and outside investment advisors to oversee the organization's financial investments. This role also involves providing staffing support to the Finance and Audit Committee, serving as the Corporate Treasurer, and acting as a signatory for both external and internal documents. The CFO will partner with the CEO and other executive leaders to drive the overall success of the organization and its mission. Key responsibilities include developing and managing financial modeling and planning, coordinating the annual budget process, ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements, and managing the organization's liability insurance portfolio. In addition to these responsibilities, the CFO will ensure the delivery of all accounting and finance functions, including cash management, accounts payable and receivable, and the preparation of annual financial statements and audits. The role also requires enabling operational integrity and continuous improvement across the organization, ensuring that Pact has the necessary technical resources to deliver on its work. The CFO will support high-quality program delivery through budget management, operational support, and compliance monitoring, while also working with business development and program teams to structure new programs for successful implementation. Furthermore, the CFO will oversee facilities management and supervise all department staff, fostering a cohesive team environment and encouraging professional development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the organization's financial investments in conjunction with the Board's Finance and Audit Committee and outside investment advisors.
• Provide staffing support to the Finance and Audit Committee of the Board and serve as Corporate Treasurer.
• Act as signatory for the corporation as Treasurer and CFO for both external and internal documents.
• Partner with the CEO and other executive leadership team members to ensure the overall success of the organization and its mission.
• Provide direction and leadership for Finance, Accounting, IT, and Organizational Operations and Administration functions.
• Develop and manage financial modeling and planning to ensure financial success of Pact's strategic plan and projects.
• Coordinate the annual budget process and manage year-end forecasting for reporting to the Board and senior leadership.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal requirements, donor rules, and Board policies.
• Manage the organization's liability insurance portfolio.
• Deliver all accounting and finance functions including cash management, accounts payable and receivable, and preparation of annual financial statements and audits.
• Drive continuous operational improvement across the organization to accomplish its strategy and mission.
• Ensure necessary technical resources and support for program delivery through system development and maintenance.
• Support program operational needs including budget management, compliance monitoring, and grant administration.
• Work with Business Development and program teams to structure new programs for successful implementation.
• Oversee facilities management and manage Pact's leases in Washington DC.
• Supervise all Department staff, conducting regular meetings, goal setting, and performance reviews.

Requirements

• Master's degree and 15+ years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience, including 12 years of management experience.
• Bachelor's degree and 17 years of experience including 12 years of management experience.
• Significant experience as a senior financial leader in a large, multi-country non-profit or corporate entity.
• Experience with external reporting, compliance, internal audit and control, risk assessment, treasury, currency hedging, and accounting.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and develop budgets for large, complex, multi-disciplinary financial systems/programs.
• Solid knowledge of USAID regulations and other donor financial requirements.
• Proven ability to develop creative and effective financial and operational strategies.
• Ability to lead and build a diverse group of staff from different cultural backgrounds.
• Strong interpersonal skills for operating effectively in a multicultural environment.
• Demonstrated experience as a highly effective manager with strong communication skills.