Chief Financial Officer

Year Up United

Chief Financial Officer leading financial strategy and operations for Year Up United. Implementing financial sustainability and modernizing financial systems as part of executive leadership.

Posted 6/22/2026full-timeNew York City • California, Maryland, Missouri, New York, North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $300,000 - $350,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Reporting directly to the CEO as a key member of the executive leadership team
Lead financial strategy, management, and operations
Serve as a thought partner and innovator, identifying opportunities to modernize financial systems
Lead annual budgeting, long-range planning, and forecasting processes
Oversee cash flow, capital planning, and resource allocation

Requirements

What you’ll need

MBA, CPA, or equivalent experience preferred
12+ years of progressive financial leadership, including experience in complex or growing organizations
Demonstrated success leading financial transformation, including systems implementation and process improvement
Experience operating within a blended revenue model and managing diverse funding streams preferred
Strong understanding of how data, technology, and analytics can enhance financial decision-making

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive healthcare options and dental coverage
401(k) match for eligible participants
Earn three weeks paid vacation in first year of employment
Four weeks after initial year

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Hard Skills & Tools

financial strategybudgetinglong-range planningforecastingcash flow managementcapital planningresource allocationfinancial transformationsystems implementationprocess improvement

Soft Skills

leadershipinnovationstrategic thinkingcollaborationcommunication

Certifications

MBACPA