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Location: Tampa, FL
Status: Full-Time
HR Soul is currently recruiting for a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) on behalf of a mission-driven, multi-program organization based in Tampa.
The CFO serves as a strategic partner to the Chief Executive Officer, providing leadership across financial strategy, fiscal governance, and administrative operations. This role is responsible for ensuring sound financial management, strong internal controls, and effective operational support services that enable organizational programs and community impact.
The CFO oversees all financial and administrative functions, including finance and accounting, budgeting, audit and tax reporting, risk management, information technology, facilities, and human resources, while maintaining transparency, compliance, and operational excellence.
Partner with the CEO on all financial, operational, and business matters.
Lead the Finance & Accounting function, including budgeting, forecasting, strategic planning, and staff leadership.
Provide consultative guidance to the executive leadership team on financial strategy and organizational decision-making.
Serve as staff liaison to the Finance and Audit Committees.
Establish and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard assets, reduce risk, and support operational efficiency.
Oversee treasury, cash management, long-range financial forecasting, purchasing, and real estate oversight.
Direct and supervise the Controller, who manages day-to-day accounting and financial reporting functions.
Review payroll submissions and reports to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and proper journal entries.
Direct preparation of interim and annual financial reports across departments and related entities.
Oversee the annual external audit process, working closely with the Audit Committee and external auditors.
Respond to audit findings and ensure timely reporting to executive leadership and the Board.
Prepare RFPs for audit services when required and maintain auditor relationships.
Ensure all financial statements meet the highest standards of fiscal governance, transparency, and accuracy.
Monitor financial performance against budget, investigate variances, and report findings to leadership and governing bodies.
Oversee organizational risk management, insurance coverage, and benefits administration.
Supervise information technology functions, including strategic planning and systems implementation.
Manage facilities operations to ensure budget adherence, safety compliance, and upkeep of physical locations.
Oversee retirement plan administration and health, disability, and life insurance plans in partnership with external advisors.
Serve as the primary liaison with legal counsel as needed.
Collaborate with external HR consultants, payroll specialists, and benefits brokers to ensure effective administration of payroll, benefits, and HR documentation.
Work with donors and professional advisors on complex or non-routine gifts.
Maintain strong working relationships with banks, auditors, partner agencies, and other external stakeholders.
Provide financial leadership, coaching, and budget guidance to department leaders beyond the finance team.
Build, mentor, and manage a high-performing finance and accounting team through clear expectations, training, performance management, and accountability.
Foster transparent, collaborative, and effective team dynamics.
Directly supervise members of the Finance & Accounting Department.
Responsible for hiring, training, performance evaluation, work allocation, and issue resolution in accordance with organizational policies and applicable laws.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
Master’s degree preferred.
CPA required.
Nonprofit experience strongly preferred.
Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible financial leadership experience.
Demonstrated success managing complex, multi-million-dollar organizations.
Experience across:
Fiscal Management
Budget Oversight
Fiscal Compliance
Risk Management
Internal and/or External Auditing
Administration
Supervision of accounting operations (AP/AR and related functions)
Strong leadership, time management, and interpersonal skills.
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational ability.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint; ability to quickly learn new systems.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presenting to executive leadership and boards.
Ability to analyze and interpret complex financial, legal, and technical documents.
Strong analytical and quantitative reasoning skills, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
Ability to synthesize abstract and concrete information to support strategic decision-making.
Service-oriented mindset with strong ethical standards.
High degree of discretion and ability to manage sensitive and confidential information.
Self-directed, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
Professional presence in both communication and presentation.
Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively.