Chief Financial Officer

Northeast Kingdom Human Services; Newport; On-site; GBP 112,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Newport, VT seeks a strategic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join its Senior Leadership Team. This role involves overseeing financial operations including budgeting, accounting, and long-term planning, while working closely with executives to ensure sustainability. Ideal candidates have 8–10 years of experience, preferably with a Master’s degree in Finance or Accounting. Comprehensive benefits including medical coverage and paid time off are offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Generous paid time off

Life and disability insurance

403(b) with company contribution

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of senior-level financial leadership experience.
• Experience in complex funding and regulatory environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversees all financial operations, including budgeting and accounting.
• Guides financial health and sustainability of the agency.
• Shapes future programs impacting communities.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Analytical skills

People leadership

Education

Master's degree (MBA, Finance, or Accounting)

Job description

Now Hiring: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Newport, VT | Onsite

Salary: $150,000–$180,000 annually (DOE)

Northeast Kingdom Human Services (NKHS) is seeking a strategic, mission-driven Chief Financial Officer to join our Senior Leadership Team. In this role, you’ll partner closely with the Executive Director and Board to guide the financial health, sustainability, and growth of one of Vermont’s designated agencies—serving more than 3,400 individuals annually across the Northeast Kingdom.

Why this role matters:

The CFO oversees all financial operations, including budgeting, accounting, audits, compliance, and long‑term financial planning, while helping shape the future of programs that have a meaningful impact on our communities.

What we’re looking for:

• 8–10 years of senior‑level financial leadership experience
• Master’s degree preferred (MBA, Finance, or Accounting)
• Strong strategic, analytical, and people leadership skills
• Experience working in complex funding and regulatory environments

What we offer:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• 403(b) with company contribution and match
• Life and disability insurance, plus Employee Assistance Program

If you’re ready to combine financial leadership with purpose‑driven work, we’d love to connect.