Chief Financial Officer

Overview: Beyond Housing is a nationally recognized community development organization
that works to strengthen families and transform underserved communities to create a stronger,
more equitable, and prosperous St. Louis region for all. We engage where we’re needed,
focusing on building consensus among leaders, providing and preserving housing, fostering
community structures that shape lives, and guiding systems that make people’s lives better.
We lead with vision for what a community can be – every community is different, but thriving
communities tend to share the same basic set of positive traits regarding housing, safety,
education, health, infrastructure, and access to basic human services.
We bring together leaders and resources, volunteers, and citizens, and pursue a wide
assortment of creative approaches to build stronger, healthier communities for life.
Finally, we are community builders, not kingdom builders. “It’s their neighborhood, future, &
dreams”. Our objective is to help build and contribute the good things we do for the sake of
adding value to the lives of the people we’re honored to serve.
Position: The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a senior executive leader responsible for the
overall financial strategy, long-term fiscal health, capital structure, and asset stewardship of the
organization.
Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer / Chief of Staff and working closely with the
Chief Executive Officer and Board of Directors, the CFO provides strategic financial leadership to
support organizational sustainability, growth, and mission impact.
The CFO oversees the financial strategy of a complex nonprofit organization with:
• An annual operating budget of approximately $14M
• Ownership and management of more than 600 units of affordable rental housing
• Active LIHTC development projects
• HUD-funded programs, including HOME and HOME-ARP awards
• Multi-entity real estate ownership and partnership structures
The CFO provides executive oversight of the Accounting Department through the Controller and
ensures that financial systems, reporting, and risk management practices support long-term
organizational success.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
I. Strategic Financial Leadership
• Provide strategic financial guidance to the CEO, COO, and senior leadership team.
• Coordinates filing of annual tax returns (990, 1065, 1120) with the audit firm.
• Manages cash flow on daily/weekly/short-term basis and produces monthly cash flow
projections.
• Lead the annual budgeting process and long-range financial planning initiatives.
• Develop multi-year financial projections and scenario modeling.
• Evaluate financial implications of new initiatives, partnerships, and program expansion.
• Assess the financial structure and risk profile of real estate projects and capital investments.
• Ensure financial strategy aligns with the organization’s mission and strategic plan.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
II. Capital & Asset Stewardship
• Oversee long-term sustainability and performance of organizational assets.
• Monitor capital structure, reserves, liquidity strategy, and debt obligations.
• Evaluate financing structures, including LIHTC transactions and other development funding
sources.
• Maintain relationships with financial institutions, lenders, investors, and external financial
partners.
• Ensure appropriate investment and reserve strategies are maintained.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
III. Governance, Compliance & Risk Oversight
• Ensure strong systems of internal control across the organization.
• Provide executive oversight of federal award compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee the annual audit process and resolution of audit findings.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, Uniform Guidance, and all applicable federal, state, and
regulatory requirements.
• Serve as lead staff to the Board Finance Committee and attend Board and appropriate
committee meetings.
• Advise the Board and executive leadership on financial risk and fiduciary responsibilities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
IV. Leadership & Organizational Development
• Provide executive oversight and mentorship to the Controller.
• Ensure the Accounting Department is appropriately structured and resourced.
• Promote a culture of accountability, transparency, and financial discipline.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to strengthen financial and operational alignment.
• Support leadership development within the finance function to build organizational capacity.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
Personal Qualities:
Collaborative -- A “people-focused” leader who builds strong working relationships across
departments and with external partners.
Analytical -- Solid analytical, systems, and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret
financial data and guide decision-making.
Organized -- Well organized, accurate, and detail oriented with the ability to manage multiple
priorities.
Self-Directed -- Able to work independently, initiate activities, and take action with minimal
supervision.
Adaptable -- Capable of handling multiple tasks and working effectively with customers and
staff of diversified backgrounds.
Positive -- A goal-oriented, optimistic attitude with a commitment to excellence and missiondriven
service.
Preferred Experience and Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred).
• Minimum of seven (7) years of progressive financial leadership experience, including
experience as a Controller or Chief Financial Officer.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards, and federal compliance
requirements.
• Experience with real estate development, multi-entity accounting structures, and capital
financing strategies.
• Experience working with boards and board committees.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop accounting and administrative staff.
• Experience evaluating and structuring complex financing transactions preferred.
Supervisor:
Direct: Chief Operating Officer / Chief of Staff
Indirect: Chief Executive Officer
Supervises:
Controller
Salary and Benefits:
Full-time salaried position with benefits as determined in current Beyond Housing Employee
Handbook
Application Instructions:
HR@BeyondHousing.org. For more information on Beyond Housing, visit
www.beyondhousing.org
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being
performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of all
responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Beyond Housing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
ADA – Beyond Housing is committed to furthering the purpose of the American with Disabilities
Act (ADA). The company is always willing to consider reasonable accommodations, which may
allow a disabled person to perform this or any other job. The Summary of Physical
Requirements is a list of what we believe at this point to be necessary to perform the essential
functions of the job.
Diversity & Inclusion Statement At Beyond Housing, we are committed to promoting Diversity,
Inclusion, and Equity throughout our organization and culture. We strive to understand and
appreciate the individuality of every employee and create a better place to work for all. We
nurture a culture where everyone positively acknowledges equity through action and is aware,
understanding, and appreciative of diversity.
Our vision is to go beyond simple tolerance and fully embrace the things that make each person
unique. We recognize that our employees’ differences support our ability to advance equity for
the communities we serve. Further, we understand that equity is critical to the fulfillment of
our mission to help entire communities become better places to live.