Chief Financial Officer

Chief Financial Officer Association for Career & Technical Education

Alexandria, Virginia (hybrid – minimum of 2 days per week in office)

The Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE) is the largest national education association dedicated to the advancement of education that prepares youth and adults for careers. Founded in 1926 and celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, ACTE is experiencing dramatic growth, currently standing at 30 staff members with plans to add 5 more in the coming year. The organization reported over $10.9 million in revenue in 2025 and reached a record-setting membership milestone of over 30,000 members.

The organization is in a very strong financial position with $14 million in cash reserves.

ACTE maintains a robust, mission-driven culture with a high retention rate, including staff who have been with the Association for over 20 years. The culture is highly collaborative and values strong cross-departmental relationships. ACTE operates out of a headquarters building they own, which currently houses three additional tenants.

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a critical senior leadership role reporting directly to the Executive Director. The CFO will manage the financial, human resources, and operations functions of the Association. This is an active, hands‑on financial leadership role requiring the CFO to balance big‑picture strategic thinking with tactical, day‑to‑day work. The CFO is a valued resource for their team as well as a strategic thought partner for the board and senior leadership.

The CFO will ensure the accuracy of financial reporting, oversee system integrations between the iMIS database and Sage Intacct accounting system, and serve as a key financial resource to the Board of Directors. Additionally, the CFO will supervise a relatively new internal team and oversee an outsourced Controller, ensuring seamless financial and operational support for the Association's ongoing growth. The ideal candidate is someone who can enhance an already collaborative team, improve legacy processes, and contribute financial expertise and acumen in a growing organization.

• Actively participate in the oversight and strategic direction of the Association as a member of the Executive team and Senior Staff team.
• Develop and oversee the budgeting process for the Association, utilize budgets prepared by other departments, and modernize existing budget templates.
• Manage human resources activities, including oversight of all staff benefits, as well as facilities, tenant relations, legal, and information technology functions.
• Negotiate and execute contracts, MOUs, and agreements with funding sources, vendors, and collaborative service providers.
• Update legacy policies, procedures, and control documents to take full advantage of existing technology and software.
• Demonstrate forward‑thinking leadership, challenging the status quo and investigating modern solutions, including the use of AI.

• Actively manage day‑to‑day accounting and financial operations, monitoring cash receipts and disbursements.
• Prepare, analyze, and present monthly financial reports and variance reporting, ensuring strict deadlines are met.
• Manage complex expense and revenue deferrals related to membership dues and events.
• Provide tactical support for staff, such as assisting with GL codes and proper financial allocations.
• Oversee semimonthly payroll, payroll taxes, and all Association insurances.
• Monitor investments, initiate transfers, and meet quarterly with the investment advisor.
• Serve as the primary liaison with the independent auditing firm to ensure the annual audit is completed smoothly, accurately, and in a timely manner.

• Maintain and optimize the integration between the iMIS EMS database and Sage Intacct accounting software.
• Manage documented accounting control systems, internal audits, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Update control documents and financial policies and procedures.
• Manage staff who handle building operations, including maintenance, tenant relations,…