Chief Financial Officer

Job Description

We are recruiting for an experienced Chief Financial Officer for our Sacramento-based client. This executive leader will oversee the organization's financial strategy, operations, and systems, ensuring strong fiscal stewardship and long-term organizational sustainability. The ideal candidate is both strategic and hands-on, capable of guiding complex financial functions while supporting a high-performing team. The CFO provides comprehensive leadership across all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, accounting, audit coordination, cash-flow management, and financial reporting.

This role also oversees the Information Technology function, providing executive leadership for systems modernization, data integrity, cybersecurity, and technology operations. As a key member of the executive leadership team, the CFO contributes to organizational planning, risk management, and cross-departmental initiatives that strengthen overall performance. Our client offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee well-being, professional growth, and long-term stability.

Team members enjoy robust medical, dental, and vision coverage; generous paid time off and holidays; retirement plan options with employer contributions; and ongoing training and development opportunities.

• Salary: up to $240,000 DOE
• Hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 days remote)

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides strategic leadership and hands-on oversight for all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, accounting, cash flow, investments, and financial reporting.
• Prepares and presents timely financial statements, analyses, and operational insights to executive leadership, committees, and key stakeholders.
• Performs complex financial work such as account reconciliations, grant and reimbursement reviews, audit preparation, and trend analysis.
• Ensures accurate, compliant accounting practices across all organizational entities and maintains strong internal controls, policies, and financial safeguards.
• Leads the annual audit process, serving as the primary internal contact and ensuring complete, accurate documentation.
• Oversees the Information Technology function, ensuring secure systems, responsive support, and alignment of technology solutions with organizational needs.
• Guides digital transformation efforts, including system modernization, cloud adoption, and optimization of financial and operational platforms.
• Serves as a key member of the leadership team, providing financial and technological recommendations that support long-term organizational strategy and risk mitigation.
• Leads cross-departmental initiatives, fosters collaboration, and acts as liaison to committees such as Finance, Audit, and other assigned groups.
• Supervises, coaches, and develops Finance and IT staff, promoting accountability, professional growth, and a positive, high-performance team culture.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Holds a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field; an advanced degree or CPA credential is preferred.
• Brings extensive (10+ years), progressively responsible experience in financial management, accounting, or related disciplines, including hands-on operational work.
• Has a strong track record of supervising and developing multi-functional teams, typically with five or more years in a leadership role.
• Demonstrates experience overseeing or partnering closely with Information Technology functions, including participation in systems upgrades or modernization efforts.
• Possesses deep knowledge of GAAP, budgeting, financial reporting, audits, cash management, and investment practices.
• Excels at both strategic planning and detailed financial execution, with strong analytical, problem-solving, and data-synthesis abilities.
• Communicates complex financial information clearly and effectively to diverse audiences and maintains strong professional relationships.
• Shows strong technology aptitude, including proficiency with accounting systems and mid-market financial software, and the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.