Chief Financial Officer

Victory Project

Chief Financial Officer leading financial strategy for Boston-based nonprofit Victory Programs. Overseeing financial operations and ensuring sustainability in supporting underserved communities in crisis.

Posted 5/5/2026full-timeBoston • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $170,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and implement the organization’s financial strategy, in alignment with its mission, vision, and long-term goals
Provide strategic guidance to the CEO and Board of Directors on financial decision-making
Lead and manage the finance team to ensure efficient financial operations, including billing, accounts payable, and payroll
Foster a culture of financial transparency, collaboration, and accountability across the organization
Oversee the preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
Prepare detailed and accurate financial forecasts, budgets, and cash flow projections
Monitor financial performance against budget, analyze variances, and make recommendations for corrective actions
Provide regular reports to the CEO, Board, and other stakeholders on financial status, forecasts, and key performance indicators (KPIs)
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, including grant-specific reporting requirements
Oversee audits, tax filings, and other external reporting, ensuring accurate and timely submissions
Assess and mitigate financial risks, ensuring robust internal controls, fraud prevention measures, and financial governance policies
Manage the organization’s relationships with external auditors, regulatory agencies, and other financial stakeholders
Lead the annual budgeting process in collaboration with department heads and senior leadership
Develop financial models and recommend appropriate resource allocation strategies to optimize program delivery
Support and guide department managers in managing budgets, tracking expenses, and maximizing financial efficiency
Oversee all aspects of the organization’s revenue cycle, including billing, reimbursement, and collections
Ensure adherence to federal and state guidelines, and identify opportunities for improved revenue cycle processes
Lead initiatives to improve payer mix, maximize revenue, and reduce denials
Develop and assess financial plans for the organization’s growth, including opportunities for expansion, grant funding, and new services
Analyze potential mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, and joint ventures from a financial perspective

Requirements

What you’ll need

A Bachelor's degree is required; advanced study or a Master's degree is preferred
A minimum of five years of supervisory experience, ideally in a non-profit or government agency
At least seven years of extensive experience in general ledger accounting and/or cost accounting
In-depth knowledge of accounting software systems, including payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable, with a preference for Billing Central and Paylocity
Familiarity with state, city, and federal regulations and compliance standards
Proficiency in Google Suite and Microsoft Office applications
Strong problem-solving and creative skills
Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analyses
Effective communication and project management skills at all organizational levels and with staff in multiple off-site locations
Ability to meet deadlines consistently
Capability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and writing skills
Must possess current CPR certification (can be obtained upon hire)
TB screening must be completed (can be obtained upon hire)
Three professional references from previous work, with at least two from managers or supervisors.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Retirement savings options
Generous vacation time
Short-term and long-term disability
Life insurance
Funding for paid professional development

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Hard Skills & Tools

financial strategy developmentfinancial forecastingbudgetingfinancial analysisgeneral ledger accountingcost accountingfinancial modelingrevenue cycle managementinternal controlsfinancial governance

Soft Skills

strategic guidanceleadershipproblem-solvingdecision-makingeffective communicationproject managementinterpersonal skillsorganizational skillscollaborationtime management

Certifications

Bachelor's degreeMaster's degreeCPR certificationTB screening