StarHire, an independent recruiting and talent acquisition consulting firm based in the Austin, TX area, boasts a global network of talent and 25 years of experience in the field. Known for its star hiring capabilities, StarHire excels at bringing in exceptional talent for great companies both locally and globally. Our client is a non-profit leader in the Austin community, supporting the critical lifeblood of our economy.

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a key executive leader responsible for financial strategy, budget management, and fiscal operations. Reporting to the CEO, the CFO ensures financial stability, compliance, and alignment with organizational goals by:

• Developing, overseeing, and actively monitoring multi-fund budgets for a complex structure of 30+ funds.
• Directing the technical administration of the fund accounting system (MIP) to ensure the integrity of the General Ledger and financial reporting.
• Ensuring meticulous compliance with federal, state, and grant regulations through the implementation of strong internal controls.
• Providing sophisticated financial analysis to the CEO and Board for strategic decision-making and proactive risk mitigation.
• Directing all treasury functions, grant drawdowns, financial audits, and maintaining the integrity of accounting systems.
• Leading a team in implementing policies, improving efficiency, and ensuring financial accountability.
• Collaborating with external stakeholders, including auditors, regulatory agencies, and financial institutions, serving as the organization's fiscal representative.

Experience and Education

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in accounting, finance, economics, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years' experience managing and directing accounting, budgeting, or financial auditing activities.
• Experience and education may be substituted for one another.
• Experience with MIP Fund Accounting strongly preferred.
• Grant and fund accounting experience strongly preferred.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) strongly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Expert-level technical proficiency and demonstrable hands-on experience with complex multi-fund accounting and reporting, specifically with MIP Fund Accounting, including managing a high volume of funds (30+) and complex cost allocation.
• Deep knowledge and practical experience with the preparation and quality control of the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA).
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor a high-performing finance team in a highly technical and compliant environment, serving as a trusted financial partner to the CEO.
• Knowledge of accounting for local, state, and federal grants and compliance with related laws and regulations relevant to grant finance activities.
• Knowledge of local, federal, and state government regulations related to workforce development boards and of the principles and practices of public administration and management of non-profit organizations preferred.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS INCLUDING:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child), long term disability (LTD), and AD&D.
• Supplemental life insurance option (Employee/Spouse/Child).
• Medical and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company 4% Safe Harbor Contribution.
• Flexible paid time off (accrued vacation and sick leave).
• Paid parental extended leave.
• Paid professional development budget.
• Paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP).