Interim CFO

Interim CFO Location Derby, CT 6418 Date Posted May 08, 2026 Job ID 14579 Employment Type Contract Scion Nonprofit Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for an Interim Chief Financial Officer on behalf of a mission-driven nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening individuals, children, and families through impactful community-based programs and services. This is a full-time, interim leadership opportunity based onsite in the greater Derby, Connecticut area.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Interim Chief Financial Officer will serve as a strategic and hands-on financial leader for a growing and highly respected nonprofit organization with a complex funding structure and significant community impact. Reporting to executive leadership, this role will oversee the organization's financial strategy, compliance, budgeting, forecasting, audit functions, facilities oversight, and operational financial systems while leading and mentoring an established accounting team. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced nonprofit finance executive who thrives in dynamic environments and enjoys stabilizing operations, strengthening financial infrastructure, improving processes, and supporting leadership through periods of transition and growth. The organization is seeking a collaborative and solutions-oriented leader who can quickly step in, assess needs, and provide both strategic guidance and hands-on operational support. PERKS

• Competitive hourly compensation of $69-$79/hour, depending on experience
• Opportunity to serve as a key executive leader within a growing, community-centered nonprofit organization
• Collaborative and mission-focused leadership culture
• Ability to drive operational improvements and modernization initiatives, including technology and AI integration
• Meaningful opportunity to make a lasting impact within the local community

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead all financial operations including budgeting, forecasting, payroll oversight, cash flow management, financial reporting, and general ledger functions
• Oversee annual audits, compliance activities, fund accounting, and financial management of state and federal grants and contracts
• Develop and enhance financial systems, internal controls, reporting tools, dashboards, and operational processes to support organizational growth and efficiency
• Partner closely with executive leadership and the Board to provide strategic financial guidance, analysis, and operational recommendations
• Supervise, mentor, and support finance and accounting staff while fostering a collaborative and responsive team culture
• Oversee facilities, organizational assets, and technology-related financial initiatives while supporting operational continuity and succession planning efforts

QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated senior-level nonprofit financial leadership experience within a complex, multi-program organization
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, nonprofit fund accounting, FASB standards, audits, and Uniform Guidance compliance
• Experience managing large organizational budgets and multiple funding streams, including government grants and contracts
• Background leading finance, accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and operational improvement initiatives
• Excellent leadership, communication, systems implementation, and cross-functional partnership skills

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

This organization offers competitive hourly compensation in the range of $69-$79/hour, commensurate with experience and expertise. This interim opportunity provides the chance to partner with a mission-driven leadership team while making a meaningful impact during an important period of organizational growth and transition.

ABOUT OUR SEARCH FIRM

Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an award-winning national nonprofit recruitment and staffing specialist for nonprofit organizations, foundations, associations, and educational institutions! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals supporting incredible missions and programs. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire nonprofit recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing. We are proud to be part of the Forbes list of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a Clearly Rated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm and our practices can be found online. Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent. For opportunities located in a region that has enacted fair chance, arrest, or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Nonprofit Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, equitable, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.