Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Quick answer
Elemental Impact is hiring a hybrid Chief Financial Officer based in Honolulu, San Francisco, or New York, paying $262,200 - $330,000 to lead the organization's financial strategy and investment platform development.
- Role
- Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
- Organization
- Elemental Impact
- Location
- Honolulu, San Francisco, or New York
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $262,200 - $330,000
- Category
- Finance & Administration
The role
Elemental Impact is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to lead the financial strategy for their 501(c)(3) nonprofit investment organization and its evolving multi-asset class platform. This executive role involves overseeing financial operations, grant compliance, and complex investment structures while reporting directly to the CEO. The CFO will manage a high-performing finance team and ensure organizational scalability, donor compliance, and investment rigor. The successful candidate will bridge the gap between philanthropic goals and private sector investment practices to maximize environmental impact.
What you'll do
- Architect the growth of a multi-asset class investment platform with diverse strategies and funds.
- Manage accounting and administrative functions across a $30M+ budget with rigorous compliance.
- Lead grant administration and ensure adherence to GAAP, 2CFR200, and IRS requirements.
- Oversee annual budgeting, cash flow forecasting, and institutional banking relationships.
- Mentor and lead the finance team to achieve organizational and individual goals.
What it takes
- Extensive experience in senior financial leadership within complex, multi-entity organizations.
- Proven track record in both venture capital/private finance and federally-funded nonprofit environments.
- Advanced knowledge of GAAP, FASB, and federal single-audit requirements.
- Deep expertise in ERP and accounting software such as NetSuite.
- Strong ability to design and manage complex multi-entity financial platforms.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Comprehensive employee benefits, including a professional development stipend and three weeks of paid time off.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote?
This is a hybrid role with a strong preference for candidates based near headquarters in Honolulu, San Francisco, or New York, with expectations to be in the office at least once a week.
What is the compensation for this role?
The salary range for the CFO position is $262,200 - $330,000, determined by market data, the organization's philosophy, and the candidate's specific experience.
What are the core requirements for a successful applicant?
Applicants should have extensive senior financial leadership experience, deep expertise in both venture capital and nonprofit compliance, and proficiency in ERP software like NetSuite.
How should I apply for this position?
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis; interested candidates are advised to submit a detailed cover letter of 1-2 pages alongside their application materials.
How to apply
Apply directly on Elemental Impact's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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