What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chief Financial Officer position at Inkinen Executive Search?
The Chief Financial Officer is a hands-on financial leader with fund accounting experience, a strong background in nonprofit financial management, and expertise in GAAP compliance, forecasting, and strategic planning.
Position Overview
A widely respected nonprofit organization on Maui dedicated to providing essential resources and community support seeks an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to oversee financial operations and drive strategic decision-making. This hands-on leadership role requires a balance of overseeing day-to-day accounting and high-level financial planning, supporting the CEO in fostering financial stability and growth. The CFO will be instrumental in optimizing the organization’s assets, ensuring compliance with GAAP and nonprofit financial regulations, and enhancing financial reporting and forecasting. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a mission-driven organization serving the Maui community.
Responsibilities
- Oversee all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and cash flow management.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards, and government funding regulations.
- Partner with the CEO, leadership team, and Board of Directors to develop financial strategies and risk assessments.
- Manage audit preparation, grant reporting, and financial reconciliations.
- Optimize financial processes and systems to support operational efficiency.
- Supervise accounting staff, including hiring and mentoring a Senior Accountant.
- Lead financial planning for key initiatives, capital projects, and funding strategies.
- Oversee relationships with external financial partners, including auditors, banks, and payroll providers.
Skills
- Strong expertise in fund accounting, nonprofit financial management, and GAAP compliance.
- Ability to translate financial data into actionable insights for executive leadership and board members.
- Strategic mindset with a hands-on approach to daily accounting functions.
- Experience in financial reporting, grant compliance, and forecasting.
- Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- High emotional intelligence (EQ) and ability to lead in a mission-driven, evolving environment.
Requirements
- 8 years of progressive finance experience, including 5 years in fund/nonprofit accounting.
- Nonprofit financial management experience highly preferred.
- CPA preferred but not required.
- Strong understanding of IRS 990 reporting, audit processes, and financial regulations for nonprofits.
- Proven experience in team leadership, board reporting, and financial strategy.
- Ability to work in a dynamic, mission-driven environment and support organizational growth.
- Ideally based in Maui, but open to candidates from other islands with potential travel flexibility.
