YMCA of the USA
Chief Financial Officer – YMCA of the USA
Join the YMCA of Southern Nevada as a strategic partner to the CEO and senior leadership, driving financial strategy, operational excellence, and long‑term sustainability.
Location: Las Vegas, Nevada. Full‑time in‑person position.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and senior leadership, informing key decisions through financial modeling, forecasting, and analysis.
Lead the development of financial strategies that support mission impact, growth initiatives, and organizational sustainability.
Develop financial performance indicators and measurement systems to track progress toward strategic goals.
Actively engage the Board of Directors—especially its Finance Committee—in financial planning, oversight, and critical decision‑making.
Represent the YMCA externally with key financial partners, community stakeholders, and donors as needed.
Lead all financial operations including budgeting, accounting, cash flow, banking, grant management, payroll, and audits.
Prepare financial reports and analyses for internal and external stakeholders.
Ensure compliance with GAAP, IRS, state, and federal regulations, including 990 and 941 filings.
Manage investments and reserves within Board‑approved policies and risk tolerance.
Develop forward‑looking financial models to assess new opportunities, capital projects, and program expansion.
Evaluate program ROI, pricing strategies, partnerships, and mergers/acquisitions to ensure operational growth and financial health.
Guide leadership on “start / stop / continue” decisions to align financial resources with mission impact.
Support strategic planning processes with financial insight and data analytics.
Champion innovation and creative problem‑solving to achieve cost savings and revenue diversification.
Oversee IT systems and cybersecurity in partnership with managed service providers.
Lead efforts to modernize financial and operational systems, including ERP and CRM platforms.
Ensure strong internal controls, risk management practices, and insurance coverage.
Build data‑driven decision‑making capacity across departments.
Build and mentor a high‑performing finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and learning.
Build financial literacy across the organization through training and accessible reporting.
Model YMCA values and contribute actively to diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required; advanced degree (MBA, MPA) or CPA preferred.
Minimum seven years of progressive financial leadership, preferably in a nonprofit organization with annual revenue exceeding $10 M.
Proven experience as a strategic advisor and thought partner to senior leadership and boards.
Strong knowledge of accounting principles, budgeting, financial modeling, and investment management.
Excellent communication, relationship‑building, and team leadership skills.
Within 30 days of hire, current CPR for the professional rescuer (includes AED) and First Aid Certifications.
Seniority Level Executive
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Finance
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Location: Las Vegas, Nevada. Full‑time in‑person position.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and senior leadership, informing key decisions through financial modeling, forecasting, and analysis.
Lead the development of financial strategies that support mission impact, growth initiatives, and organizational sustainability.
Develop financial performance indicators and measurement systems to track progress toward strategic goals.
Actively engage the Board of Directors—especially its Finance Committee—in financial planning, oversight, and critical decision‑making.
Represent the YMCA externally with key financial partners, community stakeholders, and donors as needed.
Lead all financial operations including budgeting, accounting, cash flow, banking, grant management, payroll, and audits.
Prepare financial reports and analyses for internal and external stakeholders.
Ensure compliance with GAAP, IRS, state, and federal regulations, including 990 and 941 filings.
Manage investments and reserves within Board‑approved policies and risk tolerance.
Develop forward‑looking financial models to assess new opportunities, capital projects, and program expansion.
Evaluate program ROI, pricing strategies, partnerships, and mergers/acquisitions to ensure operational growth and financial health.
Guide leadership on “start / stop / continue” decisions to align financial resources with mission impact.
Support strategic planning processes with financial insight and data analytics.
Champion innovation and creative problem‑solving to achieve cost savings and revenue diversification.
Oversee IT systems and cybersecurity in partnership with managed service providers.
Lead efforts to modernize financial and operational systems, including ERP and CRM platforms.
Ensure strong internal controls, risk management practices, and insurance coverage.
Build data‑driven decision‑making capacity across departments.
Build and mentor a high‑performing finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and learning.
Build financial literacy across the organization through training and accessible reporting.
Model YMCA values and contribute actively to diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required; advanced degree (MBA, MPA) or CPA preferred.
Minimum seven years of progressive financial leadership, preferably in a nonprofit organization with annual revenue exceeding $10 M.
Proven experience as a strategic advisor and thought partner to senior leadership and boards.
Strong knowledge of accounting principles, budgeting, financial modeling, and investment management.
Excellent communication, relationship‑building, and team leadership skills.
Within 30 days of hire, current CPR for the professional rescuer (includes AED) and First Aid Certifications.
Seniority Level Executive
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Finance
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