Chief Financial Officer

OverviewMay Institute is a nonprofit organization that is a national leader in the field of applied behavior analysis, serving autistic individuals and individuals with developmental disabilities, brain injury, and neurobehavioral disorders. Founded 70 years ago, we provide a wide range of exceptional educational and rehabilitative services across the lifespan. The organization is one of the largest and most well-respected providers of services and special education schools for autistic children and adults in Massachusetts and in the U.S. May Institute has evolved into a network that serves thousands of individuals and their families annually. With corporate headquarters in Randolph, Mass., the organization operates more than 130 service locations, including multiple special education schools.Position SummaryThe Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a key member of the executive leadership team, responsible for the strategic and operational oversight of Finance, Facilities, and Information Technology. The CFO will play a pivotal role in ensuring the financial health and operational efficiency of the organization, enabling the delivery of high-quality services to the individuals and communities served. This leader will bring a mission-driven mindset, strong financial acumen, and a collaborative approach to cross-functional leadership.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Financial and Accounting LeadershipDevelop and execute financial strategies that align with the organization’s mission and long-term goalsCoordinate development of annual operating, capital, and program budgets, as well as reporting for the sameEnsure cash flow is compatible with operations by overseeing day-to-day accounting, recording, reporting, and internal-control activities of the organizationMaintain relationship(s) with financial institutions and auditorsDevelop and implement best practices and tools to ensure a well-controlled yet flexible organization that has strong fiscal management, project coordination, cross-team communications, and workflowsComply with all national, state, and local financial requirements by studying existing and new legislation and taking appropriate actionWork with senior managers to efficiently develop budget proposals, provide access to project finance information, and ensure contract/grant compliance and reportingEnsure financial reports are accurate and distributed on a timely basisResearch revenue opportunities and economic trends, analyze internal operations, and identify areas for cost reduction and process enhancementPerform risk management through analysis of company liabilities and investments, and evaluate and manage capital structure and fundraising initiativesResponsible for P&C and liability insurance programsMonitor business performance with tracking tools, establish corrective measures as needed, and prepare detailed reports for the management team, and the rest of organization, including financial statements and forecastsManage finance personnel and oversee financial IT systems, ensuring compliance with relevant regulatory entities (e.g., FASB, state funding agencies)Analysis of M&A opportunities as they ariseFacilities ManagementOversee the maintenance, safety, and strategic planning of all physical locationsEnsure facilities meet operational needs and comply with health, safety, and accessibility standardsLead capital improvement projects and sustainability initiativesInformation Technology OversightProvide strategic direction for IT systems, infrastructure, and cybersecurityEnsure technology supports program delivery, data integrity, and organizational efficiencyOversee implementation of new systems and digital transformation initiativesPromote innovation and continuous improvement in technology servicesCandidate ProfileQualificationsBachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field; advanced degree preferred; CPA strongly preferredMinimum of 20 years of progressive leadership experience in finance and operations, ideally within human services organization, with at least 10 in senior leadership rolesPrior experience as a Chief Financial OfficerDemonstrated expertise in nonprofit financial management, including grant funding and complianceExperience overseeing facilities and IT functions preferred but not requiredDeep understanding of regulatory reporting requirementsExpert level proficiency with accounting and finance systemsStrong communication skillsDemonstrated leadership, interpersonal, presentation, and organizational skillsAbility to handle multiple projects/tasks, prioritize work and meet deadlinesStrong problem-solving and decision-making skillsAbility to be flexible, self-directed, motivated, and interact with employees at all levelsCapable of compiling and analyzing data to guide strategic decisions and planningKnowledge of financial analysis and financial software toolsStrong creative skills to develop new and innovative solutions (ability to think outside the box)Ability to create and deliver unbiased budget expectations for different departments/programsAbility to read contracts and understand the implications of the contracts on both a cash basis and an accrual basisLeadership AttributesMission-driven with a deep commitment to serving individuals with autismCollaborative and inclusive leadership style with the ability to inspire and engage cross-functional teamsHigh integrity, accountability, and commitment to organization and teamStrategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into operational successSeniority levelExecutiveEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionFinance and SalesIndustriesIndividual and Family Services #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17