Chief Financial Officer

Job Title: Chief Financial Officer
Reports to: CEO/President
Supervises: Controller (Direct Report), Finance Analysts & Staff (with Controller as Direct Report)

Position Summary:
The WeHOPE Chief Financial Officer (CFO) oversees the financial operations of our dynamic nonprofit organization that addresses homelessness, second chance employment, food programs, and job training. Managing a $17 million annual budget and a workforce of 220-plus employees, the WeHOPE CFO ensures accurate financial reporting, compliance, budgeting, and internal controls. This role is vital to the fiscal integrity and sustainability of an organization operating shelters, food programs, job training, and a mobile outreach fleet that delivers critical services to individuals and families experiencing homelessness. The Chief Financial Officer is a key advisor to the CEO and Board of Directors, responsible for stewarding the financial health of the organization. This position ensures sound fiscal management, transparency, and innovation to support and scale WeHOPE’s life-changing work with individuals experiencing homelessness. As CFO, thought leadership will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of WeHOPE as a growing organization with national impact potential.

About WeHOPE:
WeHOPE helps vulnerable people thrive by giving them the support and tools to realize their full potential and lead healthy, stable lives. For more than 26 years, we have helped thousands of individuals and families develop the skills and abilities to improve their lives and build their own futures. We service more than 7,000 people each year throughout five different counties, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Marin, and Alameda Counties, and 24 different cities. The 21st century has brought unprecedented innovation and wealth to the San Francisco Bay Area and Silicon Valley. But it also escalates stress on hardworking families and at-risk individuals, pushing more people to the margins of economic and personal instability. WeHOPE chooses to rise above these barriers and continue to serve those who seek aid and shelter, and long-term self-sustainability as well as affordability.

Skills for the Position:
Strategic financial planning and forecasting
Nonprofit accounting and fund management
Team leadership and staff development
Grants and contract compliance
Audit preparation and liaison
Donor stewardship and fundraising support
Capital and operating budget oversight
Communication and collaboration across functions and departments
Data-driven decision-making and financial modeling
Knowledge of regulatory and legal frameworks for nonprofits
Communication of financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
Tasks and Responsibilities
Lead financial planning, reporting, and analysis for the organization
Ensure WeHOPE has a clear financial roadmap aligned with its strategic goals.
Develop annual budgets in collaboration with executive leadership
Create fiscally responsible budgets that support mission-driven programming and sustainability.
Ensure compliance with GAAP, IRS, and all funder financial requirements
Maintain the organization’s integrity and eligibility through accurate and transparent financial practices.
Establish and enforce financial policies and procedures to safeguard assets and ensure transparency.
Oversee accounting, financial payroll, and audit preparation functions, and 990 filing.
Lead annual audit processes, manage relationships with external auditors while ensuring compliance with GAAP and federal/state regulations.
Guarantee timely & accurate financial operations that support employee well-being and donor trust, utilizing internal controls and financial risk mitigation.
Prepare timely financial statements for board and stakeholder review
Provide leadership with actionable financial insights to guide decision-making.
Manage relationships with banks, auditors, and financial partners
Monitor and manage day-to-day cash flow and long-term sustainability planning.
Cultivate strong, transparent partnerships that safeguard and grow organizational assets.
Monitor internal controls and implement process improvements
Strengthen fiscal accountability and reduce operational risk through sound systems.
Support program leaders in managing grants, project budgets, and restricted funds management.
Oversee compliance, reporting, and allocation of restricted and unrestricted funds.
Maintain a fund accounting system that aligns with nonprofit standards and donor restrictions.
Equip teams with financial tools to maximize impact and ensure compliance.
Supervise finance and operations staff in finance-related areas as needed and provide team leadership and cross-department collaboration (special emphasis on the Development Department).
Build and mentor a high-performing team aligned with WeHOPE’s values and goals.
Advise the CEO and Board on financial strategy and risk management
Serve as a strategic thought partner in navigating opportunities and uncertainties.

Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master’s or CPA preferred)
Minimum of 8–10 years of progressive financial leadership experience
Strong background in nonprofit financial management and reporting
Proven ability to manage multi-source funding, including government grants
Excellent organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills
Passion for WeHOPE’s mission and commitment to social justice

Role Summary:
The CFO protects and nurtures the financial well-being of WeHOPE by providing financial projections, accounting oversight, preparing growth plans, and supervising the Finance Department Staff. Impact is sustained through the accountability of staff, implementation, and sustained execution of policies and procedures, while also nurturing a collaborative department where staff thrive in their roles. Proactive analysis and being a thought leader to the CEO/President and Board of Directors is critical to this role. Organizational financial health is developed through internal systems, clear goals, and staff accountability alongside monitoring economic trends, industry innovations, and anticipatory forecasting. Identifying and vetting new contracts in collaboration with the CEO/President to manage sustainable scaling and providing cost-benefit analysis on acquisition and expansion projects is a key aspect of this role. Analyzing organization operations and identifying opportunities for improvement, cost reduction, systems enhancements, and recommendations for securing strategic capital to fund expansion will be central to WeHOPE’s sustained impact and organizational health. Compensation and Benefits The position is exempt with a base salary range of 200 - 225K, a bonus of 20K based upon agreed upon KPI, and a competitive benefits package including 4 weeks paid vacation and 5 days paid time off, health/dental insurance, and retirement plan. Mileage reimbursement and professional development opportunities are available. WeHOPE is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive hiring and dedicated to diversity in its work and staff.