Chief Financial Officer

Help shape the future of one of Colorado's most treasured historic and cultural landmarks.

The Colorado Chautauqua Association (CCA) is seeking an experienced, hands-on Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our leadership team. This role is ideal for a financial leader who enjoys both strategic planning and active involvement in day-to-day accounting operations.

About Us

The Colorado Chautauqua Association is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and advancing the historic Colorado Chautauqua through cultural, educational, recreational, and community-based experiences.

Position Summary

Reporting to the CEO, the CFO serves as a key member of the leadership team and provides oversight of finance, accounting, budgeting, forecasting, investments, risk management, insurance, and information technology. This role combines executive financial leadership with hands-on participation in accounting operations and financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead financial strategy, planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Prepare and present financial reports to leadership, the Finance Committee, and the Board.
• Oversee and participate in accounting operations, financial reporting, month-end close, and audits.
• Ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Manage cash flow, investments, banking relationships, insurance, and risk management.
• Strengthen internal controls, financial systems, and business processes.
• Supervise and develop finance and accounting staff.
• Provide oversight of organizational technology and key vendor relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• CPA, CMA, MBA, or similar credential preferred.
• Senior-level financial and accounting leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, internal controls, and audit management.
• Nonprofit accounting experience preferred.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience with accounting and financial management systems.

Why Join Colorado Chautauqua?

As a member of the leadership team, you'll play an important role in preserving a National Historic Landmark while helping ensure the long-term financial sustainability of a mission-driven nonprofit organization.

Applications will be accepted through December 11, 2026.

At Colorado Chautauqua Association (CCA), we celebrate difference and welcome its benefits. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and do not discriminate on the basis of age 40 and over, race, color, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, creed, disability, military status, genetic information,  marital status, or any other status protected by law.