Chief Financial Officer in Cincinnati, Ohio at NorthStar Behavioral Health

Job Title: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Employment Status: Full-Time (40 hours per week)

Reports To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

FLSA Status: Exempt

About the Organization

NorthStar Behavioral Health is a mission-driven organization dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care for individuals experiencing mental health and substance use disorders. With an annual budget of approximately $8 million, we are committed to delivering impactful programs grounded in our core pillars of kindness, honesty, and respect.

Position Summary

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a strategic and collaborative member of the executive leadership team responsible for overseeing all financial operations of the organization. This role ensures fiscal sustainability, supports mission-driven decision-making, and maintains the highest standards of financial stewardship and compliance.

The CFO will bring strong expertise in nonprofit financial management, strategic planning, and accounting, along with a cooperative leadership style that aligns with the organization’s values.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO and Executive Leadership Team on financial strategy and organizational growth
• Develop and implement financial strategies that support long-term sustainability and mission impact
• Contribute to strategic planning and organizational decision-making
• Foster a culture of collaboration, transparency, and accountability across departments

Financial Management & Oversight

• Oversee all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and cash flow management for an $8M organization
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards and regulations
• Manage annual audit and tax filings

Accounting & Systems

• Lead and supervise accounting functions, ensuring accuracy and efficiency
• Maintain and optimize financial systems, including QuickBooks
• Ensure proper grant tracking and reporting

Funding & Compliance

• Oversee financial aspects of grants, contracts, and funding sources
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local funding requirements
• Provide financial analysis to support program funding decisions

Specialized Financial Initiatives

• Provide expertise in complex financing structures, including New Market Tax Credits (NMTC) (preferred experience)
• Support capital projects and financial modeling as needed

Team & Culture Leadership

• Actively contribute as a cooperative, supportive member of the executive leadership team
• Lead and mentor finance and billing staff while fostering a positive and inclusive work environment
• Promote the organization’s core values of kindness, honesty, and respect in all interactions

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field (CPA or MBA preferred)
• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in nonprofit finance and accounting, including strategic leadership roles
• Strong knowledge of nonprofit financial management and accounting principles
• Demonstrated experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred

• Experience working within behavioral health, healthcare, or nonprofit human services sectors
• Experience with New Market Tax Credits (NMTC) or similar financing mechanisms
• Experience managing government grants and complex funding streams
• Experience with QuickBooks

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinker with strong analytical abilities
• Collaborative, approachable, and team-oriented leadership style
• High integrity and commitment to ethical financial practices
• Mission-driven with alignment to the values of kindness, honesty, and respect
• Ability to translate financial data into actionable insights

Why Join Us

• Make a meaningful impact on the mission of mental health and substance use recovery
• Work alongside a compassionate and mission-driven leadership team
• Help shape the financial future of a growing nonprofit organization
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• 403b Retirement Plan

Equal Opportunity Statement

NorthStar Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and clients