Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Description

Job Purpose 

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) provides Christ-centered executive leadership and strategic financial oversight for YUGM. As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, the CFO ensures the organization's financial integrity, sustainability, and readiness for growth in a predominantly donor-funded environment. The CFO oversees financial planning, forecasting, cash flow management, and risk management while serving as a trusted advisor to the CEO and Board of Directors. This role partners across the ministry to align financial strategy with organizational priorities, strengthen stewardship, support mission impact, and foster long-term organizational health. 

Mission, Vision, and Core Values 

At YUGM we are committed to our mission of, “following Christ in helping people move from homelessness toward wholeness,” so that every homeless person in Yakima County has the opportunity for permanent life transformation in Jesus Christ. Our mission is rooted in Christian values, and we believe by combining Love + Professionalism, we focus on achieving meaningful Outcomes that transform lives. Relationships are at the heart of our work, guiding how we connect with our clients, our team, and our community. 

To perform successfully in any role within our organization, employees are expected to exemplify YUGM’s Core Values of Love + Professionalism = Outcomes. These competencies are demonstrated in the following ways:  

LOVE  

• Enhance Christ’s reputation through personal interactions with others.
• Pursue God personally, relationally, emotionally, and intellectually.
• Be present, authentic, and relationally available in all contexts.
• Demonstrate genuine and sacrificial care for the wellbeing of others.

PROFESSIONALISM  

• Be consistently punctual and present at work, meetings, and appointments.
• Meet deadlines and fulfill commitments with thorough follow-through.
• Proactively measure work to ensure continuous learning and improvement.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

OUTCOMES  

• Pursue constant growth, learning, and improvement.
• Think creatively, strategically, and spiritually.
• Be regularly sought after for input and value.
• Maintain YUGM’s mission clarity and exemplify a Christ-like attitude under stress.  

Duties and Responsibilities  

Cultural and Ministerial Responsibilities  

• Demonstrate a personal, active commitment to Jesus Christ and alignment to YUGM’s Statement of Faith. 
• Uphold and promote YUGM’s Christian beliefs and behaviors, core values, policies, and procedures with a high-level of integrity. 
• Develop professional, caring, strength-based relationships built on truth, respect, encouragement, and trust. 
• Provide ministry and show kindness and grace to staff, volunteers, clients, donors, and the community. 
• Support initiatives that foster a culture of services, compassion, and faith within the workplace. 
• Engage in opportunities to pray for individuals, departments, strategic plans and other YUGM needs. 
• Approach financial leadership as an act of stewardship and worship. 
• Support the evangelistic and discipleship mission of the organization. 
• Model humility, integrity, prayerfulness, and servant leadership. 

Key Responsibilities  

1.  Executive Leadership & Organizational Influence 

     a. Serves as an active member of the Senior Leadership Team, contributing to organizational strategy and decision-making. 

     b. Collaborate with executive leaders to align ministry goals, operational priorities, and financial resources.   

     c. Help equip organizational leaders with financial understanding, accountability, and decision-making support. 

     d. Promote healthy communication, trust, and collaboration across departments. 

     e. Champion organizational change initiatives and continuous improvement efforts. 

     f. Model servant leadership and foster a culture consistent with YUGM’s mission, vision, and leadership expectations.  

2.  Strategic Financial Leadership  

     a. Lead multi-year financial planning, including revenue projections, expense modeling, and capital planning. 

     b. Develop scenario-based financial strategies (expected, downside, and growth cases). 

     c. Translate program and ministry initiatives into financially sustainable models. 

     d. Provide proactive insight into financial risks and opportunities. 

3.  Financial Management & Operational Oversight 

     a. Oversee all financial operations including: 

           - Accounting and general ledger 

           - Budgeting and financial reporting 

           - Payroll and accounts payable/receivable 

           - Cash management and liquidity planning 

           - Grants and restricted fund tracking 

     b. Ensure compliance with: 

           - GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards 

           - Donor intent and restrictions 

           - Regulatory and audit requirements 

     c. Maintain strong internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure transparency. 

     d. Lead the annual audit process and serve as primary liaison with auditors. 

4.  Revenue Forecasting & Financial Discipline 

     a. Lead excellence in revenue forecasting within a donor-funded ministry model. 

     b. Develop and maintain forecasting processes that provide timely, accurate, and actionable revenue projections for

         organizational decision-making. 

     c. Ensure revenue projections are realistic, defensible, grounded in historical data and donor trends, and adjusted for

         seasonality typical of Union Gospel Missions.  

     d. Establish and enforce clear revenue classification standards that are committed, anticipated, and aspirational. 

     e. Protect the organization from overreliance on uncertain or one-time revenue. 

5.  Cash Flow & Financial Stability 

     a. Maintain a rolling 12-month cash flow forecast. 

     b. Maintain adequate liquidity and proactively identify potential cash flow challenges arising from seasonal fluctuations or

         changing revenue conditions. 

     c. Develop and monitor reserve targets and liquidity policies. 

     d. Recommend contingency actions when financial conditions shift. 

6.  Partnership with Development (Fundraising) 

     a. Serves as a strategic partner to the Development Director while maintaining clear role distinction. 

     b. Collaborate on revenue projections and forecast assumptions. 

     c. Provide: 

           - Financial analysis of campaign goals 

           - Risk assessment of revenue assumptions 

           - Cash timing projections 

     d. Ensure the organization presents one unified revenue forecast to the CEO and Board. 

7.  Growth Planning & Capital Readiness 

     a. Evaluate financial readiness for: 

           - Program expansion 

           - Increased shelter capacity 

           - Recovery or discipleship program growth 

           - New locations or service models 

     b. Lead financial analysis for:  

           - Capital campaigns 

           - Facility development or renovation 

           - Major strategic initiatives 

     c. Ensure growth decisions are supported by sound financial analysis, sustainable funding strategies, and appropriate risk

         assessment.   

8.  Board Engagement 

     a. Serve as the primary financial liaison to the Board of Directors and Finance Committee.  

     b. Partner with the Finance Committee to provide financial oversight, strategic guidance, and stewardship of organization

         resources as needed.   

     c. Provide the Board, Finance Committee, and executive leadership with clear, accurate, and insightful financial reporting,

         including budget performance, revenue trends, cash position, key risks, and strategic recommendations. 

     d. Translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for non-financial leaders. 

     e. Build and maintain strong board confidence through consistency and transparency. 

9.  Team Leadership & Organization Culture 

     a. Lead, develop, and mentor the finance team with excellence and accountability. 

     b. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and high standards. 

     c. Build strong working relationships across departments to support organizational effectiveness and stewardship. 

     d. Reinforce a ministry-wide culture of financial stewardship and accountability. 

Additional Responsibilities 

• Attend, as requested or required, all YUGM trainings and meetings scheduled by the management team to keep current on any policy changes, new procedures, and other information essential to performing the job.?? 
• Other duties as assigned in support of YUGM's mission and values.   

Requirements

Qualifications

 Required Education and Experience:  

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. 
• CPA required, MBA or other relevant advanced credentials preferred. 
• 10+ years of progressively responsible financial leadership experience, including responsibility for budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, cash management, and strategic financial planning.  
• Experience presenting complex financial information and strategic recommendations to executive leadership, boards, and governing bodies. 
• Strong understanding of financial controls, risk management, and organizational stewardship. 

 Preferred Education and Experience 

• Experience in a Christian nonprofit, Union Gospel Mission, or similar ministry environment. 
• Experience with donor-restricted funds, grants management, and gift-in-kind accounting. 
• Experience leading annual audits and ensuring nonprofit regulatory compliance. 
• Experience supporting organizational growth, capital projects, or major strategic initiatives. 

 Core Competencies 

• Strategic Financial Leadership 
• Nonprofit Financial Stewardship 
• Revenue Forecasting and Risk Management 
• Board and Executive Communication  
• Team Leadership and Development 
• Collaborative Leadership 
• Integrity, Accountability, and Trust 
• Commitment to YUGM’s Core Values of Love, Professionalism, and Outcomes. 

Working Conditions

Primary duties of this position are performed in a well-lit, climate-controlled environment.  The noise level in the environment is usually moderate.  Must be able to handle a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.  Some travel between Mission sites and community locations. 

Physical Requirements

• Visual and auditory abilities to effectively perform job tasks. 
• Clear and fluent communication in English. 
• Capable of walking, climbing stairs, balancing, bending, reaching, and using hands for tasks.   
• Ability to lift items weighing up to 35 lbs.