Interim Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
: Job Details :

• Work a minimum of 3 days per week in the TPZ Innovation Center & offices located in Jamaica Plain / Jackson Square
• Start date in early August 2025
• Minimum of 8-month commitment

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Possible Zone (TPZ) is seeking to bring on an interim Chief Financial Officer for a term of 8-12 months to steward financial leadership of the organization. TPZ is seeking a seasoned leader for the Interim CFO role. This individual must have considerable nonprofit financial management and leadership experience (and ideally private-sector financial experience, as well) and must be able to work effectively with the Board of Directors and partners across the organization, steward TPZ's resources, and support TPZ's future expansion.

Reporting to the Working Board Chair / Acting CEO, the Interim CFO will have multiple strategic responsibilities, including:

• Serve as a member of TPZ's leadership team, which provides day-to-day strategic leadership of the organization
• Serve as the key financial conduit to TPZ's Board of Directors, communicating critical financial information, and making financial and budgetary recommendations to the Board of Directors
• Play a critical role in scenario planning and financial modeling related to the future strategy and structure of TPZ, given the multiple opportunities and challenges facing TPZ and the nonprofit and education sectors in general
• Collaborate closely with TPZ's working Board Chair, Chief Business Officer, the Board of Directors, and key advisors to make critical decisions about the strategy and structure of TPZ Ventures , a consumer-product-and-manufacturing-focused, revenue-generating component of TPZ's program.

The Interim CFO will oversee a team of the three: Controller, Senior Staff Accountant, & Accounts Payable Specialist

TPZ also contracts, as needed, with a third-party accounting firm, to fill specific needs and gaps and perform special projects. TPZ has been working with this firm for over 10 years in various capacities. The Interim CFO will be the primary liaison with this outside firm.

Operationally, the Interim CFO will be responsible for overseeing all facets of accounting, financial management, and GAAP compliance, including external financial reporting and filings, audit and board level reporting, forecasting, strategic and cash planning, internal controls, financial efficiencies, and facilitating grant management for a $30 million organization.

• Develop, maintain, and enforce technical accounting policies and procedures in accordance with US GAAP.
• Manage the relationship with external auditors and oversee the annual audit process.
• Manage TPZ's Controller, Sr. Staff Accountant, and Accounts Payable Specialist , and other future members of the TPZ Finance team.
• Lead the strengthening of internal controls.
• Oversee compliance and filings in all areas, including at the local, federal and state level.
• Partner with the Development and Program teams to ensure effective and efficient grant management.
• Oversee accounts payable, receipt of funds, and overall cash management.
• Lead and refine the organization's annual budget process, in partnership with other members of the leadership team, and all department leads. Ensure the ability to maintain budget flexibility on evolving program activities.
• Conduct forecasting and financial modeling to support fundraising and growth opportunities, and to help the organization understand the financial implications of future scenarios.
• In partnership with other members of TPZ's leadership team, play a key role in determining TPZ's future strategy in a number of areas, including revenue growth and diversification, and re-launch and growth of TPZ's social enterprises.
• Manage the financial compliance and reporting requirements of 11 TPZ subsidiary entities that constitute the businesses of TPZ Ventures. Including all tax filings, separate books and records that will consolidate to the parent organization. Manage the resulting UBIT and tax implications related to the Parent and subsidiaries.

The Interim CFO will also work closely with the Board of Directors and TPZ's new CEO, when hired, to determine the future structure of Financial Management at TPZ, with respect to leadership and capacity requirements, as well as organization and governance structure.

QUALIFICATIONS

• BS/MBA in Finance; CPA credentials a strong plus
• 15+ years of related experience ideally with a mix of nonprofit and corporate experience, including leadership experience in nonprofit accounting and finance
• Experience with an entrepreneurial venture or start-up strongly preferred
• A seasoned executive who can consider the whole picture while maintaining control of the details and maintain professional integrity
• Strong ability to connect finance and strategy, and to present financial and strategic information effectively to a variety of audiences
• A goal-oriented person who can plan for the long-term and execute stated objectives
• Proven ability to conduct budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis
• Hands-on experience with a range of financial and business development transactions is a plus
• A thorough knowledge of GAAP is required
• Ease in interpreting, handling, and communicating numerical data efficiently and accurately
• Experience with QuickBooks' functionality and reporting capabilities
• Experience with various third-party software tools, e.g., Coupa, Paycor, banks, etc., and integration with QuickBooks
• Experience utilizing external resources effectively and efficiently, e.g., accounting expertise, interim assignments and special projects
• The ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and deliver quality results under pressure
• Alignment with our mission and demonstrated commitment to core competencies (Leadership, Creativity & Innovation, Collaboration, Communication, Problem Solving, Continuous Learning)
• A commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in all activities (see statement below)

PAY

• Actual pay will depend on years of relevant experience, time commitment, and employment status; and will fall within the range of $108.00 – $132.00 / hour
• Full-time TPZ employees are eligible for a robust benefits package and paid time off.

INTERESTED?

Please express interest by completing this Interest Form no later than July 25, 2025.

The Possible Project is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, cultural heritage, ancestry, political belief, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability or veteran status.