Job Description

Chief Administrative and Financial Officer

Full-Time | Exempt | Reports to: President/Executive Director

About the Role:

Good Will Home Association (GWHA) is seeking a strategic and hands-on Chief Administrative and Financial Officer (CAFO) to lead the organization’s financial strategy and oversee core administrative functions, including Finance, Human Resources, IT, Facilities, and Food Services. As a key member of the Executive Team, the CAFO provides operational leadership and partners closely with the President/Executive Director on strategic planning and long-term sustainability.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Oversight

• Provide direction and supervision to department leaders across Finance, HR, IT, Maintenance, and Food Services.
• Lead department operations, performance reviews, and professional development.
• Serve on key organizational and board committees, including Finance and Executive.

Financial Management

• Oversee all accounting functions in compliance with GAAP and internal policies.
• Prepare and present quarterly financial statements and budget reports to leadership and the Board.
• Manage budget planning, cash flow forecasting, internal controls, and financial analysis.

Audit, Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure timely filing of federal, state, and regulatory reports (e.g., Form 990, 5500, workers' comp audits).
• Lead the annual audit process and coordinate with external auditors.

HR, Payroll & Benefits Support

• Partner with the HR Director on benefits strategy, annual reviews, and compensation planning.
• Provide backup support for payroll, billing, and employee rate approvals.

Contracts, Insurance & Procurement

• Manage contracts, business insurance, and vendor relationships.
• Approve large expenditures, banking transactions, and financial reconciliations.

Facilities, Transportation & Capital Planning

• Oversee building and campus maintenance and support capital improvement projects.
• Manage organizational transportation and facility-related operations.

Grants & External Funding

• Lead financial grant applications, loan management, and tracking of restricted funds.

Board & Executive Support

• Chair the Board Finance Committee and support key board-level discussions on financial performance and organizational metrics.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s in Finance, Accounting, or related field required; Master’s or CPA preferred.
• 7–10+ years of progressive financial and operational leadership.
• Nonprofit experience with government grants, audits, and restricted funding strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in accounting systems (Sage preferred) and Excel; experience leading system upgrades a plus.
• Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills with a collaborative, mission-driven mindset.

Working Conditions:

• Office-based with some walking, standing, and light lifting. Occasional extended hours may be required.

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