Chief Financial Officer

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. Design and establish 2AI’s core financial architecture, including accounting systems, budgeting, forecasting, cash management, internal controls, and month-end close .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $240,000 - $270,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial architecture design, including accounting systems, budgeting, and compliance for nonprofit organizations. Proven ability to lead financial operations, manage legal and regulatory challenges, and drive strategic decision-making in complex, multi-entity environments.

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Financial Architecture DesignNonprofit Finance ManagementCross-Border Finance ExperienceCPA, JD, MBAGrant Lifecycle Oversight

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Hard Skills

Accounting SystemsBudgetingForecastingFinancial ModelingInternal ControlsStatutory ReportingRegulatory ComplianceCharitable RegistrationRisk ManagementData Analysis

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrategic Decision-MakingCuriosity and Creativity

Tools & Technologies

AI ToolsFinancial Software

Certifications & Qualifications

CPAJDMBACGAPCNAP

Industry Keywords

501(c)(3)Form 990Single AuditCharitable Solicitation RegistrationLMIC Settings

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and establish 2AI’s core financial architecture, including accounting systems, budgeting, forecasting, cash management, internal controls, and month-end close
Create AI-native accounting and finance processes to drive efficiencies
Build financial models, scenario plans, and organizational forecasts for strategic decision-making
Design, procure, and oversee a lean finance and compliance ecosystem
Manage outsourced accounting, audit, legal, payroll, insurance, and HR partners
Own the annual audit, Form 990, statutory reporting, and grant reporting obligations
Lead financial, legal, and compliance workstreams to establish 2AI as an independent 501(c)(3)
Establish entity creation, registrations, banking, payroll, benefits, insurance, and staff transfers
Design financial systems to support rapid international scaling and complex funding structures
Partner with leadership on analytically rigorous budget allocation and organizational decision-making
Build and own charitable registration, insurance, governance, and regulatory compliance infrastructure
Establish board meeting cadence, conflict-of-interest disclosures, and fiduciary orientation
Oversee the entire grant lifecycle, including funder-facing budgets, financial diligence, and restricted-grant compliance and spend-down
Serve as the primary internal point of contact for legal matters
Review and negotiate vendor contracts, grant agreements, MOUs, and partnership arrangements
Ensure IP protections for open-source assets
Manage risk and organizational adherence to legal and regulatory requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

12+ years in finance, including time as the most senior finance leader in an organization, business unit, or country program, with accountability for a full set of books
Track record of building or rebuilding a finance function
Multi-entity, cross-border finance experience in LMIC settings
Experience establishing and managing finance operations in other countries and navigating local statutory, tax, and foreign contribution requirements strongly preferred
Familiarity with managing legal and regulatory challenges in Africa, South Asia, and the US
Comfort working in a lean model and managing outside providers such as counsel, accountants, auditors, brokers, and payroll providers
Strong written communication skills
Ability to translate complex financial and legal concepts clearly for board members, program staff, and funders
Ability to assess complex data, foresee trends, and make strategic decisions
CPA, JD, MBA, or equivalent professional credential strongly preferred
Nonprofit-specific training or certification such as CGAP or CNAP is a plus
Experience with nonprofit finance, compliance, and 501(c)(3) environments strongly preferred
Experience with Form 990, single audit, charitable solicitation registration, IRS rebuttable presumption, and state-level tax exemptions preferred
Ability to work across strategy and execution
Curiosity and creativity with AI tools, including a testing mindset and eagerness to experiment with emerging technologies
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Employer is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of a U.S. employment visa

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package
Health insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Retirement plans
Generous and flexible leave options
Other employee perks