What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chief Financial Officer position at Specialized Recruiting Group - Grand Rapids?
Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Job Summary
A mission-driven faith-based organization is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to provide executive-level financial leadership and oversight across a complex multi-entity structure. This role is responsible for ensuring strong financial stewardship, compliance, and long-term sustainability across affiliated organizations and ministries. The CFO serves as a key advisor to senior leadership and governing boards, providing clear, accurate financial insight to support both operational decision-making and long-range strategic planning. The role also holds primary responsibility for investment oversight, audit and risk management, financial reporting, and policy development.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, representing the organization in fiduciary and financial matters and participating in executive leadership and governance committees
- Oversee preparation and delivery of accurate, timely financial reporting for leadership teams and governing boards, ensuring clarity for both financial and non-financial audiences
- Provide financial analysis and strategic insight to support operational planning and long-term organizational decision-making
- Oversee investment portfolios, endowment funds, and financial assets, including performance monitoring, policy development, and management of external financial relationships
- Lead, manage, and develop finance and administrative staff, ensuring accountability, professional growth, and operational effectiveness
- Develop, implement, and maintain financial policies, internal controls, and compliance systems to meet legal, regulatory, and fiduciary requirements
- Oversee audit processes and coordinate resolution of findings in collaboration with leadership and governance committees
- Manage relationships with external vendors, financial institutions, and contracted service providers, including oversight of accounting services for affiliated entities
- Execute contracts and agreements within designated authority and provide additional support to executive leadership as needed
Additional Details
- Location: Grand Rapids, MI
- Compensation: Competitive, based on experience
- Schedule: Full-time
- Travel: Approximately 15–20 days of travel annually
Qualifications
Required
- Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 10 years of senior-level financial leadership experience
- Strong strategic financial planning and organizational leadership experience
- Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to diverse stakeholders
- Demonstrated success managing complex financial systems, teams, and reporting structures
- Commitment to the mission and values of a faith-based organization
Preferred
- CPA, CMA, or equivalent professional accounting designation
How to Apply:
Applications will be accepted until a Chief Financial Officer is appointed. Expressions of interest and candidate applications will be treated with complete confidentiality.
Interested candidates should apply here and include their resume & letter of interest.
Inquiries concerning this position may be directed to susan.delauter@srgexpress.com.
About Specialized Recruiting Group, an Express Employment Professionals Company:
Specialized Recruiting Group is a professional and executive search firm specializing in engineering, operations, human resources, and other critical roles. Since 1996, we’ve connected talented professionals with companies that align with their values and goals. We are driven to help people succeed and are passionate about making a positive impact.