Chief Financial Officer

Job Title: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Organization: Greater Erie Community Action Committee (GECAC)
Location: Erie, PA
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: 95,511.00 – 98,376.00 depending on experience
Application Deadline: Friday, August 15^th, 2025

About Us

GECAC is a mission-driven organization committed to Helping People and Changing Lives on a daily basis. GECAC helps people throughout Erie County break the cycle of poverty, be self-sufficient, and achieve financial independence.

Position Summary

We are seeking a strategic, results-oriented Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our executive leadership team. The CFO will oversee all financial aspects of the organization, ensuring transparency, sustainability, and alignment with our mission. This includes budget planning, financial forecasting, cash flow management, grants administration, and compliance with nonprofit accounting standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial leadership to support organizational growth and impact
• Develop and oversee annual budgeting and long-term financial planning
• Ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance, and risk management
• Supervise accounting, audit, and treasury functions
• Collaborate with department heads to ensure financial accountability
• Manage government and private grants, including reporting and compliance
• Serve as liaison to the Board of Directors and stakeholders
• Lead and mentor finance staff and promote a culture of fiscal responsibility
• Foster an inclusive, supportive team culture where open communication about work-life balance is encouraged and respected.

Qualifications

• Proven experience (minimum 5–7 years) in financial leadership, preferably in the nonprofit sector
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field (CPA, MBA, or equivalent strongly preferred)
• Deep knowledge of nonprofit financial management, fund accounting, and GAAP
• Demonstrated experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly to diverse stakeholders
• Commitment to ethical practices and alignment with our mission and values

Benefits

• A mission-driven, inclusive work environment
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Aflac, Pet Insurance, short and long-term disability insurance
• Paid time off, sick, vacation, personal, and holidays
• Retirement savings plan (403b)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Flexibility of working remotely at times 

We understand that there is more to life than work.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume, a cover letter detailing your interest in the role and alignment with our mission, and two letters of reference to [email protected]. We will begin interviewing strong applicants as they are identified.

GECAC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.