Arlington, VA
Within one hour of the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area
Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, Austin, TX
Remote within the U.S.; Massachusetts or New York strongly preferred.
Posted: 23-Jun-26
Location: Alexandria, VA
Type: Full Time
Salary: $280K - $300K
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Internal Number: 001
Chief Financial Officer – CAF America
CAF America is looking for a Chief Financial Officer that will serve as CAF America’s chief financial strategist and fiduciary leader, ensuring the highest standards of stewardship, transparency, and long-term sustainability. A trusted advisor to the CEO and Board, the CFO translates complex financial and investment information into clear insights that drive decision-making and mission outcomes. This is a foundational, transformational role—the CFO will help shape the next Strategic Plan (launching May 2028) while leading, mentoring, and scaling a high-performing finance team.
Responsibilities:
- Lead multi-year financial strategy, long-range planning, and scenario modeling aligned to CAF America’s priorities and growth ambitions
- Build organization-wide financial clarity and literacy, inspiring shared ownership of financial health
- Lead and develop a high-performing finance team, with the Controller accountable for day-to-day operations
- Partner closely with the CAF UK CFO and CAF Canada to align financial principles and governance
- Provide executive leadership for investment oversight and governance with the Board and Finance & Risk Committee
- Guide periodic reviews of investment policy to support prudent, long-horizon fiduciary management
- Drive finance systems and process modernization, including the transition to Sage Intacct
- Maintain effective relationships with auditors, banks, investment managers, and insurers
- Maintain an enterprise risk lens over internal controls, segregation of duties, and delegated authority
- Ensure adherence to legal, tax, and reporting standards for foundations, DAFs, and charitable assets
Location: This is a remote position, with a preference for candidates in the DMV area.
DRiWaterstone is proud to lead this search on behalf of CAF America. For more information on how to apply, please visit: https://driwaterstonehc.com/position/cfo-caf-america/.
Ideal Candidate:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required; master’s in finance or business administration preferred
- Current CPA licensure, preferred
- Experience in organizations that manage philanthropic or stewarded assets—community foundations, DAF sponsors, endowments, or grantmaking institutions
- Experience working with boards and board committees in nonprofit or mission-driven organizations
