charity: water

Chief Financial Officer

charity: water

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: United States

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Salary

💰 $260,000 - $280,000 per year

Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Lead enterprise-level long-range financial planning, multi-year forecasting, and scenario modeling to inform strategic choices, investment pacing, and risk tradeoffs
  • Serve as a primary financial partner to the President and Executive Team, providing clear insight into financial performance, sustainability, and strategic options
  • Prepare and present financial results, forecasts, and long-term outlooks to the Board, and manage relationships with the Board’s Finance and Audit Committees
  • Translate complex financial information into clear narratives that support strong governance and confident decision-making
  • Support major strategic initiatives through rigorous financial analysis, due diligence, and “what-if” modeling
  • Review business results and help direct resources toward initiatives that most effectively advance mission impact and operating efficiency
  • Lead all finance and accounting functions, including nonprofit accounting operations, FP&A, treasury, cash management, financial controls, compliance, and financial risk management
  • Oversee annual and long-term budgeting processes, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy and operational realities
  • Oversee the development and maintenance of integrated financial models and performance metrics that support monthly and quarterly reporting, forecasting, and decision-making
  • Oversee the modernization of financial systems and planning processes, including a transition to the social-impact version of NetSuite and improvements to budgeting and forecasting tools to support long-term planning and decision-making
  • Ensure accurate, timely, and transparent financial reporting in accordance with nonprofit accounting standards
  • Oversee audit processes, insurance coverage, and regulatory compliance, ensuring the organization is appropriately protected as it scales domestically and internationally
  • Partner closely with Revenue Operations to incorporate revenue forecasts into integrated financial plans, while maintaining clear role definition and accountability
  • Lead and develop a team across Accounting and FP&A, fostering a culture of clarity, accountability, and excellence
  • Set clear priorities and expectations for the finance function that support both near-term execution and long-term planning
  • Coach and mentor team members, supporting professional growth and capability development
  • Guide the finance team through periods of transition, ensuring continuity while strengthening systems and processes over time
  • Build strong cross-functional partnerships while maintaining appropriate financial rigor and ownership

Requirements

  • 15+ years of senior financial leadership experience, including significant experience within nonprofit organizations
  • Demonstrated, hands-on experience leading nonprofit accounting functions, including audit, compliance, and GAAP reporting for nonprofits
  • Proven experience leading long-range financial planning, forecasting, and board-level financial communication
  • Strong strategic and analytical skills, including financial modeling, scenario analysis, and risk assessment
  • Track record of building and leading effective finance teams
  • Global perspective and experience supporting international operations strongly preferred
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field required; MBA a plus
  • Preferred experience with Netsuite
Benefits
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Summer Fridays
  • 6-week paid sabbatical leave after 5 years of employment
  • Annual bonus potential through The Pool
  • 401k plan + employer match
  • Medical covered at 85% + Dental/Vision contributions
  • FSA + dependent day care FSA
  • Employer-paid life insurance, STD, LTD
  • 16-week paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents
  • Stipends for Home office, Professional Development, and a You-do-You Perk
  • TSA Pre-check reimbursement
  • 2-4 annual travel requirements that foster team alignment, connection and in-person collaboration

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard skills
financial planningmulti-year forecastingscenario modelingfinancial analysisnonprofit accountingFP&Afinancial controlscompliancefinancial risk managementGAAP reporting
Soft skills
strategic skillsanalytical skillsleadershipcoachingmentoringcommunicationrelationship managementteam developmentdecision-makingcross-functional collaboration
Certifications
Bachelor's degree in accountingBachelor's degree in financeMBA