Council for Professional Recognition

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Overview

The Council for Professional Recognition is seeking an exceptional Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and executive leadership team.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership Serve as a trusted advisor and partner to the CEO and Leadership Cabinet on financial strategy and long-range planning. Provide forward-looking financial modeling and scenario analysis to guide organizational decision-making.

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Responsibilities

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→Serve as a trusted advisor and partner to the CEO and Leadership Cabinet on financial strategy and long-range planning.
→Provide forward-looking financial modeling and scenario analysis to guide organizational decision-making.
→Advise on new initiatives, regulatory considerations, and enterprise risk.

Lead financial administration, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and regulatory compliance.
Ensure financial systems and processes adhere to GAAP and best-practice standards.
Strengthen financial controls, policies, and risk mitigation strategies.
Optimize banking, investment, and cash-management relationships.
Oversee audits, including general ledger and 403(b) audits.
Present monthly financial reports to the Finance Committee and quarterly reports to the Board of Directors.

Manage the Director of Accounting & Finance and oversee the finance department.
Build a high-performing finance team grounded in accountability, integrity, and service.
Promote cross-departmental collaboration to support strategic and operational decision-making.
Establish credibility and trust organization-wide as an effective problem-solver and advisor.

Requirements

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Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required; master’s degree preferred.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required.

10–15 years of progressive financial leadership experience.
Proven success advising executive leadership and boards.
Demonstrated excellence in:

Financial planning and analysis
Budgeting and reporting
Policy and process reengineering
Regulatory compliance and audit oversight

Strategic thinker who can translate vision into operational models.
Mature, proactive leadership style and strong executive presence.
Collaborative, service-oriented, and team-focused.
Exceptional analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Forward-looking advisor capable of modeling future outcomes and anticipating challenges.
Hands-on, integrity-centered approach suited to a dynamic mission-driven environment.