Chief Financial Officer

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) provides strategic leadership and oversight of all financial operations for Catholic Charities. As a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, the CFO ensures the organization's fiscal integrity, long-term sustainability, and compliance with federal, state, and funding agency requirements.

This role oversees financial planning and reporting, budgeting, grants management, audit coordination, and internal controls. The CFO collaborates closely with program, development leaders, the CEO, and Board of Directors to align financial strategy with mission impact, ensuring Catholic Charities' long-term sustainability and transparency.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Serves as a trusted strategic advisor to the CEO and Board, translating complex financial information into clear, actionable guidance
• Brings deep expertise in nonprofit financial management, grant compliance, and audit oversight
• Leads with integrity, sound judgment, and a strong commitment to transparency and accountability
• Builds and develops high‑performing finance teams while maintaining a hands‑on leadership approach
• Thinks long‑term about organizational sustainability, risk management, and financial resilience
• Communicates confidently with diverse internal and external stakeholders
• Is mission‑driven and aligned with Catholic Charities' values and commitment to serving the community

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

Financial Strategy & Leadership

• Lead organizational financial planning, forecasting, and analysis.
• Advise the CEO and Executive Leadership Team on financial strategy and decision-making.
• Present clear, actionable financial reports and projections to the Board and Finance Committee.
• Develop long-range financial models and dashboards reflecting program growth and funding opportunities.

Accounting & Financial Operations

• Oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, monthly and annual financial statements, and internal reporting.
• Strengthen internal controls, fiscal policies, and compliance with GAAP and OMB Uniform Guidance.
• Manage annual independent audits and IRS Form 990 preparation.
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate the finance team, promoting accountability and professional growth.

Budgeting, Grants & Compliance

• Lead the annual budget development process in collaboration with department and program leaders.
• Monitor agency and program budgets, identifying variances and financial risks.
• Oversee fiscal management of government, foundation, and private grants, ensuring compliance and accurate reporting.
• Ensure compliance with all nonprofit financial and grant regulations.

Cash Management & Sustainability

• Manage cash flow, reserves, banking relationships, investments, debt, insurance, and leases.
• Forecast cash needs and recommend financial strategies to support mission initiatives.
• Collaborate with Development and Program teams to align budgeting, fundraising, and program implementation.

Organizational Leadership

• Serve as staff liaison to the Board's Finance, Audit, and Investment Committees.
• Promote a mission-centered, high-performance, and collaborative finance culture.
• Champion transparent and equity-minded financial practices.

Qualifications Required:

Education:

• Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration required
  or
• Bachelor's degree with extensive nonprofit financial management experience considered.
• CPA or CMA preferred.

Experience:

• 7–10 years of progressively responsible accounting or finance experience.
• Minimum of 3 years in nonprofit financial leadership.
• Experience managing budgets over $5M and multiple funding sources, including federal and state grants.
• Proven experience overseeing audits and leading a finance team (3–6 staff).
• Experience implementing financial systems or process improvements preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with nonprofit accounting systems such as QuickBooks Enterprise, MIP Fund Accounting, or similar.
• Valid New Mexico driver's license and clean driving record.
• Ability to pass a background check.

Must pass a state-enforced background check.