CFO

Description We are looking for a strategic Chief Financial Officer to lead the financial direction of our organization in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This executive will work closely with senior leadership and the Board to strengthen long-term financial health, guide data-informed decision-making, and support sustainable growth. The role requires a collaborative leader who can oversee complex financial operations, build trusted partnerships, and ensure strong stewardship of public and organizational resources.

Responsibilities:

- Partner with executive leadership to shape financial strategies that support organizational priorities and long-range growth objectives.

- Design and execute fiscally sound approaches that balance innovation, competitiveness, and operational efficiency.

- Build and maintain productive relationships with school districts, peer organizations, lenders, auditors, public agencies, and other external stakeholders.

- Direct the organization's accounting infrastructure to ensure accurate records, reliable reporting, and current financial systems and tools.

- Present financial insights, trend analyses, and recommendations to the Board and finance committee using data to guide strategic decisions.

- Lead budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, investment oversight, and asset stewardship across the organization.

- Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and ensure timely reporting to internal and external audiences.

- Guide audit activity, tax filings, grant compliance, contract oversight, and adherence to applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

- Supervise the accounting function through finance leadership, developing a high-performing team and maintaining strong internal controls.

- Identify public funding opportunities, strengthen revenue planning, and evaluate alternative sources of financial support for the organization. Requirements - Bachelor's degree in finance, business, management, or a related discipline; an MBA or comparable advanced degree is preferred.

- At least 7 years of progressive financial leadership experience, with deeper senior-level experience strongly preferred.

- Background in nonprofit, public sector, or education finance, including fund accounting, grant administration, and compliance reporting.

- Demonstrated success partnering with executive leaders and boards to create and implement effective financial strategies.

- Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, annual financial reporting, and ad hoc financial analysis.

- Experience leading teams, evaluating performance, and building a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

- Ability to interpret complex business data, translate findings into action plans, and communicate clearly with varied stakeholders.

- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation, with willingness to travel as needed.

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