Positively Partners · 3 months ago
Reach Out & Read Chief Financial & Administration Officer
United States
Full-time
Remote
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$175K/yr - $195K/yr
5+ years expPositively Partners is seeking an experienced Chief Financial and Administration Officer to join Reach Out and Read's leadership team at a pivotal moment in the organization's growth. This role involves shaping financial strategy and sustainability for a national organization committed to increasing equity and opportunity outcomes for children, overseeing finance, human resources, IT, and facilities.
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Responsibilities
Provide strategic direction to finance staff and serve as a key strategist in partnership with the CEO, Finance Committee, and governing board in support of the organization's long-term financial sustainability
Lead development and implementation of financial policies, procedures, and systems
Oversee budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and analysis
Manage organizational cash flow, investments, and financial risk
Lead financial audits and ensure compliance with accounting standards
Direct accounting operations and financial systems management
Oversee systems change and modernization initiatives
Partner with the CEO on strategic visioning and long-term financial sustainability planning
Collaborate with development leadership to support fundraising strategy and revenue diversification
Work with budget owners across the organization to support program and operational goals
Provide financial insights and analysis to inform organizational decision-making
Ensure compliance with federal contracts, government regulations, and 501(c)(3) requirements including lobbying activities
Oversee compliance with various regulations including tax, employment, and nonprofit laws
Manage organizational insurance and risk mitigation strategies
Maintain strong internal controls and financial accountability
Provide strategic direction for HR policies, practices, and systems in partnership with the HR outsourcing firm
Oversee talent management, compensation, and benefits administration
Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations
Support organizational culture and staff development initiatives
Oversee information technology infrastructure and systems
Ensure data security and technology compliance
Manage facilities operations and real estate decisions
Navigate the complexities of affiliate structures and relationships
Oversee re-granting to affiliates
Manage relationships with multiple nonprofit entities within the network
Qualification
Required
Minimum 5 years of experience serving as a Chief Financial Officer
Proven experience managing organizational budgets of $30+ million
Experience with nonprofit management across multiple organizations or complex structures
Demonstrated understanding of affiliate structures and complexities
Experience with federal compliance and government contracts
Knowledge of re-granting processes and affiliate financial management
Proven track record managing organizational growth (not just contraction)
Experience with financial systems implementation and change management
Strong understanding of 501(c)(3) compliance, including lobbying restrictions
Preferred
CPA certification strongly preferred
Experience working in fully remote or hybrid organizational environments
Background in organizations with national and local/regional structures
Experience managing through periods of both organizational growth and contraction
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Company
Positively Partners
Positively Partners is a social enterprise that helps schools and nonprofit organizations achieve exceptional performance.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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