Chief Financial Officer

About CK Family Services

CK Family Services is a leading foster care, adoption, and behavioral health organization serving North Texas. For nearly two decades, our team of mission-driven professionals has worked to advance our mission:

“People united through God to enhance the physical, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing of at-risk children and families.”

We are committed to providing safe, stable, and compassionate care while building a sustainable organization that can grow and serve more children and families in need.

Job Summary

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) serves as a key member of the executive leadership team and a strategic partner to the CEO and Board of Directors. The CFO is responsible for the overall financial health, sustainability, and strategic financial direction of CK Family Services. 

This role goes beyond financial management and reporting. The CFO will lead long-term financial strategies, support organizational growth, ensure regulatory compliance, and provide data-driven insights that guide decision-making across the organization. 

The ideal candidate is both mission-driven and business-minded, capable of balancing strong financial stewardship with a forward-looking strategy in a complex nonprofit environment.

Key Responsibilities   

Strategic Financial Leadership 

1. Partner with the CEO and executive team to develop and execute long-term financial strategies that support organizational growth and sustainability
2. Provide financial insight and modeling to support strategic initiatives, program expansion, and new opportunities
3. Lead scenario planning and forecasting to assess financial impact of key decisions
4. Serve as a strategic advisor to the CEO and Board on financial risks, opportunities, and sustainability

Financial Management and Oversight

1. Provide executive oversight of all financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
2. Ensure the integrity, accuracy, and transparency of all financial systems and reporting
3. Oversee preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
4. Maintain strong internal controls and financial policies

Budgeting, Forecasting and Decision Support

1. Lead the annual budgeting process in collaboration with program and department leaders
2. Monitor financial performance and provide actionable insights to leadership
3. Develop and maintain dynamic financial models to support planning and decision-making
4. Translate financial data into clear, actionable recommendations for non-financial stakeholders

Regulatory Compliance and Contract Management

1. Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local financial regulations
2. Oversee audits, tax filings, and required reporting
3. Manage financial aspects of government contracts, including DFPS and other funding sources
4. Oversee cost reporting and ensure compliance with all applicable requirements

Case Flow and Financial Sustainability

1. Oversee cash flow management, liquidity planning, and financial sustainability strategies
2. Monitor revenue cycles, reimbursement processes, and collections to ensure operational stability
3. Identify opportunities to strengthen financial performance and long-term viability

Organizational Leadership and Culture

1. Serve as a collaborative leader within the executive team, contributing to overall organizational strategy and culture
2. Build, lead, and develop a high-performing finance team
3. Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and mission alignment
4. Support leaders across the organization with financial guidance and education

Board Relations and External Partnerships

1. Partner with the CEO in engaging the Board of Directors on financial matters
2. Present clear, strategic financial reports and insights to the Board
3. Build and maintain relationships with auditors, banks, and external partners
4. Representing the organization in financial and community settings as needed

Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field (CPA and/or MBA strongly preferred)
2. Minimum of 10 years of progressive financial leadership experience, including senior-level responsibility
3. Experience in nonprofit financial management a plus; experience with government-funded programs strongly preferred
4. Demonstrated experience in strategic financial planning, budgeting, and organizational growth
5. Experience working with complex or multi-entity organizations is a plus

Core Competencies

1. Strong strategic thinking with the ability to connect financial insights to organizational impact
2. High level of integrity, accountability, and stewardship
3. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
4. Ability to communicate complex financial information in a clear and meaningful way
5. Proven leadership and team development experience
6. Deep alignment with the mission and values of CK Family Services
7. Perform the physical demands of the position –  
   1. Ability to use up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force    frequently and/or a small amount of force continuously to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including people.  Work can be done while sitting most of the time.  Walking and standing are required occasionally. 
   2. Ability to walk frequently; stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; squat occasionally, climb stairs infrequently, and kneel and twist as needed. 
   3. Sufficient good health to properly fulfill all role responsibilities.  Employees shall not be permitted to work with infectious diseases or skin lesions for the duration of communicability. 
   4. Ability to perform moderately difficult manipulation such as writing, typing, foot, and hand-eye coordination required. 

Benefits

1. Medical, dental and vision insurance
2. 401(K)
3. Paid vacation and holidays
4. Annual performance reviews with merit increase opportunities 
5. Opportunities for professional growth and advancement