Chief Financial Officer

$155,000 - $160,000/Yr

Alliance For Justice - Washington, DC

Full-time - Senior

Remote - Washington, DC

Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations

About the position

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at Alliance for Justice (AFJ) is a strategic, mission-oriented leader responsible for overseeing all financial operations and guiding the organization through a transformative phase. Reporting to the VP of Operations/Chief of Staff, the CFO will play a critical role in shaping AFJ's financial strategy, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and providing financial insights to support decision-making. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and project management skills, along with the ability to communicate complex financial information to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Serve on AFJ's leadership team, developing and executing organization-wide strategies.
• Shape AFJ's financial strategy in partnership with the VP of Operations/Chief of Staff.
• Manage financial capital and communicate capital requirements to the President and the Boards.
• Develop a strategic growth strategy in collaboration with the VP of Institutional Advancement.
• Communicate effectively with AFJ's Boards of Directors regarding financial health and sustainability.
• Conduct proactive analysis to improve key business decisions.
• Provide financial insights to support business strategy and risk mitigation.
• Drive the annual budget process with the support of the Director of Finance.

Requirements

• Minimum of 12 years of experience in finance leadership roles, particularly in 501(c)(3) organizations.
• Experience operating in a mid-sized non-profit with a philanthropic business model.
• Advanced degree in accounting, finance, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Proven ability to manage and coach teams effectively.
• Technology fluency, including financial reporting systems.
• Demonstrated skill in navigating complex organizations.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with change management in a non-profit setting.
• Familiarity with grants management and reporting systems.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits with covered premiums.
• Employer matching 401K plan with a 5% annual contribution.
• Life and disability insurance with covered premiums.
• Generous paid time off policy.
• Paid and unpaid family leave programs.