Chief Financial Officer

World Education Services

. Serve as Chief Financial Officer and strategic financial leader for WES, a nonprofit social enterprise supporting immigrants, refugees, and international students .

Posted 10/21/2026full-timeRemote • New York • United StatesLead💰 $290,000 - $320,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive financial leadership and strategic acumen, with a strong focus on financial planning, investment management, and compliance across diverse organizational structures. Proven ability to develop and implement financial strategies, manage teams, and communicate effectively with stakeholders.

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Financial Planning And AnalysisM&A Strategy DevelopmentInvestment Portfolio ManagementFinancial Reporting StructuresTeam Leadership And Development

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Hard Skills

Financial ForecastingBudgetingFinancial ModelingAccounting ControlsGAAP-Compliant ReportingRisk ManagementData AnalysisDue DiligenceCost-Synergy TrackingDebt Financing

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationRelationship-BuildingNegotiationInfluencingCross-Cultural Teamwork

Tools & Technologies

Financial Management SystemsInvestment Management ToolsAccounting Software

Certifications & Qualifications

MBAMPAMS In AccountingCPACertified Management Accountant

Industry Keywords

Nonprofit OrganizationImpact InvestmentStructured FinanceTax-Credit FinanceNew Markets Tax CreditsDiversity, Equity, Inclusion, And Belonging

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as Chief Financial Officer and strategic financial leader for WES, a nonprofit social enterprise supporting immigrants, refugees, and international students
Oversee administrative, financial, investment, and risk management operations across WES entities
Develop and embed financial and operational strategy, control systems, processes, and metrics
Advise and collaborate with the CEO, Executive Leadership Team, Board of Trustees, department leaders, and staff
Define M&A strategy, evaluate inorganic growth opportunities, and establish valuation guardrails
Lead long-term financial forecasting, budgeting, annual planning, and financial status reporting
Provide financial insights, data analysis, and recommendations through the FP&A team
Oversee fiscal and fiduciary responsibilities, Finance organization activities, workforce planning, initiatives, and projects
Lead financial and tax due diligence, financial modeling, accounting-system integration, cost-synergy tracking, and post-close ROI monitoring for M&A
Advise on M&A deal terms, purchase agreements, escrow arrangements, earn-outs, and transaction financing
Plan real-estate and facilities capital needs and arrange debt financing as necessary
Oversee pension fund investment options and the annual audit process
Manage and mitigate financial and compliance risk across U.S., Canadian, and Indian entities
Develop financial and operational systems, standard operating procedures, accounting controls, and GAAP-compliant reporting
Negotiate and execute contracts, maintain trademarks, and manage vendor and partner frameworks
Provide executive oversight of the investment portfolio and Investment team
Develop investment policies, procedures, controls, and Board reports
Lead organization-wide and cross-functional challenges to resolution
Communicate critical financial matters to senior leadership, Board Committees, and the full Board of Trustees
Manage, coach, and develop Finance and Investment teams
Champion DEIB and operationalize WES's diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging commitments

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree and/or commensurate experience demonstrating exemplary strategic and financial acumen
Minimum 10+ years of financial and operations management with a major company, large corporation division, or non-profit organization
Minimum 5+ years of progressive senior responsibility developing and building financial reporting structures
Experience as a trusted member of an organization's senior leadership team
Experience partnering with an executive team and working with a Board
Knowledge of financial planning and management systems
Experience managing an investment portfolio and engaging external investment providers
Experience managing grants and funding regulations, impact investment, structured finance, or tax-credit finance such as New Markets Tax Credits
Track record of building and leading effective teams and developing outcomes/data-driven team cultures
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills; ability to prioritize, negotiate, and work with diverse stakeholders
Honesty, integrity, credibility, commitment to quality, and dedication to WES's mission
Ability to influence a wide range of people and work with cross-cultural teams
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required
Preferred: MBA, MPA, or MS in Accounting or Finance
Preferred: CPA or Certified Management Accountant designation
Preferred: multisector experience across public, nonprofit, or for-profit organizations
Preferred: experience managing across multiple geographies, including outside North America

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote work options
Flexible scheduling
Generous time-off policies
Comprehensive wellness programs
Comprehensive benefits
Competitive compensation
Tangible rewards and recognition
Learning opportunities
Personal and professional development pathways
Career advancement opportunities
Comprehensive training programs
Tuition reimbursement opportunities
Employee-led resource groups
Town halls
Collaborative team events
Meaningful volunteer opportunities
Inclusive, mission-driven culture
Accessibility accommodations during recruitment