Chief Financial Officer (CFO) (Chicago) Job at Habitat for Humanity International, Chicago, IL

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  • Habitat for Humanity International
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

Posting Description

Habitat for Humanity Metro Maryland is a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating safe, decent, and affordable homeownership opportunities for families in Montgomery and Prince Georges Counties. Through home construction, rehabilitation, preservation, and advocacy for fair housing policies, we help families achieve the stability of homeownership while strengthening local communities.

With 500+ families served, a network of dedicated volunteers, and an ambitious strategic growth plan, Habitat Metro Maryland is a collaborative, mission-driven organization committed to expanding its impact and fostering strong community partnerships.

Position Summary

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a key partner to the CEO and Board of Directors, responsible for guiding the organization through significant growth while building robust financial infrastructure to expand impact and serve more families in Maryland. The ideal candidate will combine financial expertise with deep mission commitment and systems-building capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Strategic Leadership & Financial Management
  • Partner with CEO and executive team to develop strategic plans, providing financial insights and analysis to inform decisionmaking
  • Develop financial models supporting strategic initiatives, growth opportunities, and scenario planning
  • Lead annual budgeting and forecasting process, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities
  • Provide strategic financial leadership to Board committees (Finance, Audit)
  • Oversee all financial operations including accounting, financial reporting, payroll, and cash flow management

Capital Strategy & Project Finance

  • Identify and secure diverse funding sources including grants, loans, and strategic partnerships
  • Oversee projectspecific financial management including cost estimation, budgeting, and cost control for construction projects
  • Manage relationships with lenders, investors, and financial partners
  • Oversee realestate portfolio management, land acquisition financing, and mortgage lending operations

Organizational Development

  • Build and develop finance team capabilities and establish culture of continuous improvement
  • Establish financial policies, procedures, and systems to support organizational growth
  • Champion Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion principles through equitable resource allocation
  • Collaborate crossfunctionally to integrate financial planning with program delivery

Technology & Systems Development

  • Assess current financial systems and develop strategic roadmap for technology enhancement and integration
  • Lead evaluation and implementation of appropriate financial management systems to support growth

Risk Management & Compliance

  • Establish comprehensive risk management frameworks addressing constructionspecific, operational, and financial risks
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP, grant requirements, and federal/state funding regulations
  • Maintain robust internal controls and oversee annual audit processes
  • Manage organizations insurance and risk management programs

Ideal Candidate Profile & Required Qualifications

  • 810+ years progressive financial management experience, with 35 years in senior leadership (CFO, VP Finance, Finance Director)
  • Proven nonprofit experience required, experience in growing organizations highly preferred
  • Prior Habitat for Humanity experience a plus
  • Construction, realestate development, or housing finance experience strongly preferred
  • Strong FP&A skills, including budgeting, forecasting, and scenario planning
  • Ability to operate strategically while remaining handson with financial operations
  • High degree of professionalism, executive presence, and ability to influence and collaborate across the organization
  • Experience leading finance teams through change, growth, and process improvements
  • Attributes include flexibility, persistence, drive, and a highly collaborative approach
  • CPA or MBA strongly preferred

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive salary: $175,000 - $200,000 (commensurate with experience)
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Flexible hybrid work options
  • 403(b) retirement plan and generous paid time off
  • Missiondriven, collaborative culture with direct community impact

Contact

Board Veritas is a retained executive search and advisory firm that partners with missiondriven organizations to strengthen leadership, optimize operations, and build longterm sustainability. Board Veritas has been exclusively retained to lead this search for the Chief Financial Officer of Habitat for Humanity Metro Maryland.

To express interest or nominate a candidate, please contact: Stephanie Lyles, Senior HR Consultant, Board Veritas hr@boardveritas.com

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

HFHI is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best qualified personnel for all our positions in a manner that does not unlawfully discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, gender, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, veteran/reserve national guard status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

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Job Tags

Full time, Local area, Flexible hours,

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