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CFO

Ledgent
Bridgeport, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 8/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/30/2026

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) partners with the President/CEO to support the achievement of the organization's mission and strategic objectives. Reporting directly to the President/CEO, the CFO is responsible for the overall financial management, integrity, and reporting of the agency's finances. As a key member of the Senior Management Team, the CFO provides strategic leadership and guidance on financial planning, budgeting, fiscal oversight, cost-benefit analysis, and resource allocation. The CFO also plays a critical role in identifying and securing funding opportunities, ensuring financial sustainability, and supporting organizational decision-making to advance both operational and long-term strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead all financial operations, reporting, budgeting, and audits.
  • Partner with the CEO on strategic planning and contract negotiations.
  • Oversee grants, funding reports, and nonprofit compliance.
  • Manage cash flow, investments, and financial controls.
  • Direct billing, collections, revenue cycle, and receivables.
  • Lead capital projects and support facilities planning.
  • Collaborate with the Board Finance Committee on financial strategy.
  • Build, mentor, and develop the finance team.
  • Ensure regulatory compliance and audit readiness.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA and/or MBA preferred.
  • 10 years of progressive nonprofit finance experience, including 3 years in a senior leadership role.
  • Strong background in grant accounting, federal/state funding, and nonprofit compliance.
  • Experience with Medicaid and Medicare audits.
  • Proven leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, complex environment.


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Salary : $150,000 - $160,000

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