About this opportunity
4 Corner Resources lists this CFO opportunity in pensacola, Florida. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
4 Corner Resources is hiring a Chief Financial Officer for a regional public planning council in Northwest Florida. This is a direct-hire opportunity with a well-established government agency that oversees regional planning, transportation, and economic development work across the region. If you're a finance leader who wants a true seat at the table, enjoys being hands-on with your team, and thrives on solving problems rather than just flagging them, then this might be the opportunity for you.
Direct all accounting, budgeting, payroll, and financial reporting functions for the organization and its affiliated entities
Partner with the CEO on the annual budget, the strategic operating plan, and key organizational decisions
Oversee investment strategy, cash flow, banking activity, and internal controls
Manage the general ledger and all bookkeeping functions
Lead the annual audit process and serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors
Ensure compliance with governmental accounting standards, GAAP, and grant requirements across dozens of federal, state, and local funding sources
Supervise, mentor, and develop a finance team of four
Represent the organization at regional, state, and community meetings as needed
Identify funding opportunities that support regional planning and community development initiatives
Chief Financial Officer Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or management role
Solid, hands-on governmental accounting background (GAAP, OMB guidance, grant compliance)
Experience managing diverse funding portfolios, including federal, state, and local grants
Strong communicator who can build trust with an experienced team that has a range of personalities
A collaborative, can-do attitude and a willingness to work alongside your team, not just manage from above
Chief Financial Officer Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in accounting or a related field
CPA or CPFO certification
Prior experience with a regional council, MPO/TPO, or similar governmental planning agency
Chief Financial Officer Details:
Location: Pensacola, FL area (Northwest Florida)
Schedule: Hybrid, approximately 80% remote, with quarterly all-staff meetings and periodic regional travel
Duration: Direct hire, permanent placement, with full benefits
Pay Rate: Starting at $115,000 annually, based on experience
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Worksite address
pensacola, FL, 32573, US
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