Trailhead Community Health Foundation of Greater Akron · 3 hours ago
Chief Financial Officer
Akron, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expTrailhead Community Health Foundation of Greater Akron is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to provide strategic financial leadership. The CFO will oversee financial operations, investment management, risk assessment, and compliance, ensuring alignment of financial strategy with the Foundation's mission to empower healthy living.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Develop and execute financial strategies that support the Foundation’s mission and growth
Provide financial analysis, insights and reports to guide strategic decision-making by the Board and executive leadership
Lead long-term financial planning, including forecasting, scenario modeling, and sustainability strategies
Manage and monitor the Foundation’s investment portfolio in collaboration with external advisors
Ensure investment policies align with fiduciary responsibilities, risk tolerance, and mission-related goals
Report regularly to the Investment Committee and Board on portfolio performance and market trends
Oversee accounting, budgeting, audit, tax, and treasury functions
Ensure compliance with GAAP, IRS regulations, and nonprofit financial standards and reporting requirements
Maintain strong internal controls and risk management practices
Lead annual audit and coordinate with external auditors
Serve as staff liaison to the Finance and Investment Committees
Present clear, accurate, and timely financial reports to the Board of Directors
Advise on financial implications of strategic initiatives, grants, and community investments
Supervise and mentor finance staff, fostering a culture of accountability, inclusion, collaboration, and excellence
Build organizational capacity by implementing best practices in financial management
Maintain positive and productive relationships with bank, investment, and audit firm partners
Engage with relevant professional networks to remain updated on trends, challenges, and opportunities affecting foundations’ financial and growth plans
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field required
Minimum 10 years of progressive financial leadership experience, ideally in nonprofit, foundation, or investment management
Proven track record managing complex investment portfolios and large-scale financial operations
Deep knowledge of nonprofit accounting, tax compliance, and philanthropic finance
Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with Boards, committees, and diverse stakeholders
Preferred
CPA or MBA strongly preferred
Benefits
Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Competitive benefits package
Company
Trailhead Community Health Foundation of Greater Akron
Trailhead Community Health Foundation of Greater Akron will be an independent nonprofit dedicated to improving community health across the Greater Akron area through strategic grants, collaborative partnerships, and targeted initiatives.
Akron, Ohio, US
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase