Chief Financial Officer

YMCA
Salary
$135,000.00
$155,000.00
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Seeking a strategic financial leader passionate about strengthening our organization and the communities we serve.
Job Description

The YMCA of Greater St. Petersburg is seeking an accomplished, strategic financial executive to serve as our next Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and a key member of the Executive Leadership Team. We are particularly interested in CPA-qualified leaders with financial leadership experience within a YMCA, nonprofit, or other mission-driven organization who understand the unique financial complexities of a multi-site organization.

With an annual operating budget of approximately $22 million, more than 700 employees, multiple YMCA locations and program sites, and a diverse portfolio of membership, wellness, youth development, childcare, community-based programs, and capital initiatives, the YMCA of Greater St. Petersburg is a dynamic organization with significant community impact.

Reporting directly to the President & CEO, the CFO serves as a trusted strategic advisor to the CEO, Board of Directors, Finance Committee, and Executive Leadership Team. The CFO provides both the financial stewardship and forward-looking leadership necessary to support organizational strategy, growth, major investments, and long-term sustainability.

This is an opportunity for an experienced financial leader to have a meaningful voice in the future of a respected, mission-driven organization while helping ensure that the YMCA's resources are positioned to maximize our impact throughout the community.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field required; advanced degree preferred.
  • Active CPA license strongly preferred; CPA candidates will receive priority consideration.
  • 8+ years of progressively responsible financial experience, including significant senior-level leadership and experience leading finance and accounting teams.
  • Strong expertise in financial strategy, budgeting and forecasting, financial reporting, cash management, internal controls, audit, and financial planning.
  • Experience supporting fundraising and development initiatives, including financial oversight of grants, donor-restricted funds, capital campaigns, and collaboration with development teams.
  • Exceptional analytical, communication, and leadership skills, with the ability to translate complex financial information into clear business recommendations.
  • Experience with capital planning, contracts, risk management, insurance, and complex organizational financial decisions preferred.
  • Experience within a multi-site nonprofit, healthcare, education, association, or similarly complex organization preferred.
Essential Functions

Strategic & Financial Leadership

  • Serve as a strategic financial advisor to the President & CEO, Board of Directors, Finance Committee, and Executive Leadership Team, providing analysis, insight, and recommendations to support key organizational decisions.
  • Develop and execute financial strategies that support the YMCA's Strategic Plan, long-term sustainability, capital initiatives, and growth opportunities.
  • Lead the annual operating and capital budget processes, forecasting, long-range financial planning, and organizational performance monitoring.
  • Provide financial leadership across a complex, multi-site organization with diverse programs, operations, and revenue streams.
  • Oversee accounting, financial reporting, cash flow, investments, debt management, banking and treasury functions, and internal controls.
  • Identify financial and operational risks and opportunities and recommend strategies to strengthen organizational performance.
  • Lead, develop, and mentor the Finance team while strengthening financial accountability throughout the association.

Nonprofit Accounting, Audit & Governance

  • Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with GAAP and applicable nonprofit accounting standards.
  • Oversee accounting and reporting related to restricted funds, grants, contributions, and other nonprofit revenue sources.
  • Lead the annual independent audit and oversee preparation of IRS Form 990 and other required regulatory filings.
  • Maintain a strong system of internal controls and ensure compliance with applicable financial, grant, regulatory, and organizational requirements.
  • Serve as the primary financial liaison to the Board of Directors, Finance Committee, auditors, banks, investment partners, and other financial stakeholders.
  • Provide clear and meaningful financial reporting to the Board and Finance Committee to support strong governance and informed decision-making.

Capital Projects, Contracts & Risk Management

  • Provide financial oversight of major capital projects, including budgeting, financing, cash-flow planning, and monitoring project expenditures.
  • Evaluate significant contracts and agreements for financial terms, obligations, business risks, and organizational impact in partnership with the President & CEO and legal counsel, as appropriate.
  • Provide financial and business analysis related to significant organizational, contractual, and legal matters.
  • Provide executive-level oversight of applicable risk management functions, including insurance coverage and renewals, claims, and coordination with brokers, carriers, and legal counsel.