Fractional CFO (Contract, Freelance)

We are seeking an experienced Fractional CFO who understands nonprofit finance inside and out — from compliance to forecasting — and can serve as a trusted partner to leadership and our board.

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Role Overview

The Fractional CFO will provide strategic financial oversight, ensure regulatory compliance, and guide Sound Future toward long-term financial sustainability. You will work closely with the CEO, COO, and Board Finance Committee to keep financial systems clean, audit-ready, and aligned with best practices for growing nonprofits.

This position is ideal for a seasoned nonprofit finance professional who enjoys working with small but ambitious organizations and is willing to roll up their sleeves.

Key Responsibilities

• Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure 501(c)(3) compliance, GAAP adherence, and timely 990 filings; support annual audit or financial review.

• Accounting Oversight: Supervise bookkeeping, payroll, AP/AR, and monthly reconciliations (not necessarily performing these tasks directly, but ensuring they’re done correctly).

• Grant & Donor Tracking: Develop and maintain systems for restricted/unrestricted fund tracking and grant reporting.

• Board & Leadership Support: Present financials to the board in a clear, strategic format and provide recommendations on risk management and cash flow.

• Financial Strategy & Forecasting: Build budgets and multi-year projections aligned with Sound Future’s goals; provide scenario planning and actionable insights.

• System Improvements: Help streamline financial tools and workflows, integrating with CRM as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience:

  • 5+ years in nonprofit finance leadership roles

• Knowledge:

  • Expert understanding of nonprofit compliance, GAAP, and fund accounting.

• Skills:

  • Strong financial modeling and forecasting ability.

  • Excellent communication — able to explain complex financials to non-finance audiences.

  • Familiarity with nonprofit accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks Online, Sage Intacct).

• Mindset:

  • Strategic and detail-oriented.

  • Trusted advisor who anticipates challenges before they arise.

  • Comfortable working with a small, entrepreneurial team.

Apply here.

Source: Idealist