Chief Financial Officer at Habitat For Humanity International in Philadelphia, PA | USD150,000-160,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

budgeting

accounting

cash flow

forecasting

audit management

financing strategy

Direct the annual budgeting process and hold Program Directors accountable for managing costs and performance.
Leverage Habitat’s mortgage portfolio responsibly to unlock capital and fuel mission growth.
Ensure accurate, timely accounting; analyze budget-to-actuals and recalibrate forecasts as needed.
Administer organizational insurance coverage (workers’ comp, liability, fleet, D&O, property, medical, HOA, etc.).
Manage tracking and financial compliance on complex, multi-year grants.
Streamline and improve accounting systems and processes for efficiency and accuracy.
Lead as staff liaison for the Finance and Investment Committees of the Board; contribution to other Board committees as needed.
Build professional growth opportunities and foster cross-department collaboration.
Oversee annual audit, Form 990, workers’ compensation audit, other financial audits.
Monitor mortgage portfolio performance and delinquency.
Lead, mentor, and hold accountable the Controller and Director of ReStore.
Manage cash flow and present clear financial updates to the CEO, Finance Committee, and Board.
Forecast trends and develop models that drive sound, data-informed decision-making.
Design and execute financing strategies (mortgage sales, securitizations, tax credits, credit lines, construction financing, home pricing).
Enforce compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, reporting requirements, and internal controls.
Align financial strategy with organizational goals in partnership with the CEO, Board, and Leadership Team.

Requirements

microsoft office

accounting software

cpa

abila

paycom

salesforce

Advanced Microsoft Office and accounting software skills; comfort with technology.
Nonprofit finance experience strongly valued.
Strong analytical and strategic planning skills; data-driven decision-making.
Proven supervisory and team leadership experience.
Bachelor’s in Accounting; CPA preferred.
Excellent written and verbal communication.
5–8 years’ experience as Controller/Director of Finance.
Experience with Abila (or similar GL), Paycom (HRIS), Salesforce (CRM) preferred.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits. This position is eligible for medical, dental, ancillary benefits, paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
Compensation: $150,000–$160,000/yr. Commensurate with experience.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1976

Founded

The company was established in 1976, marking the beginning of its mission.

70+ countries

Global Reach

Operates internationally, making a difference across many regions.

4,400 homes

Homes Built

Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter personally contributed to building these homes.

Grew into a global nonprofit operating in over 70 countries, funded by individuals, philanthropies, corporations, and governments.
Uses volunteer labor and 'sweat equity' to build and repair simple, decent, affordable homes without profit.
Hosts signature events like the Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project, building thousands of homes in blitzes.
Runs Global Village volunteer programs sending participants to build and learn across five continents.
Specializes in residential and community infrastructure and improving water resources in low-income areas.

Culture + Values

Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities and hope.
A world where everyone has a decent place to live.
We are compelled by our Koinonia roots to put God’s love for all into action and pursue housing equity and opportunity by bringing all people together to build community and drive impact.
We build a culture rooted in learning, accountability and trust.

Environment + Sustainability

5 years

Sustainability Partnership

Collaboration with UN-Habitat focusing on sustainable development and climate change solutions.

Committed to sustainable development, integrating environmental resilience into global and local housing programs.
Promoting green building materials that reduce CO₂ emissions, energy use, waste, and water consumption.
Setting a net-zero greenhouse gas emissions target with a publicly disclosed date.

Inclusion & Diversity

50% Global Workforce

Women Representation

Women make up approximately 50% of the company's global workforce.

48% Leadership Roles

Women in Leadership

Women hold approximately 48% of leadership roles within the organization.

2027 Target

Gender Parity Goal

The company aims to increase the representation of under-represented genders in senior roles by 2027.

Committed to building a diverse, inclusive workforce—recruitment efforts include diverse candidate outreach, interview panels and unconscious bias education.
Equal opportunity employer; safe, visible, respected, supported and valued workforce with background screening, ethical safeguarding and whistleblowing policies.

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Role

Description

budgeting

accounting

cash flow

forecasting

audit management

financing strategy

Direct the annual budgeting process and hold Program Directors accountable for managing costs and performance.
Leverage Habitat’s mortgage portfolio responsibly to unlock capital and fuel mission growth.
Ensure accurate, timely accounting; analyze budget-to-actuals and recalibrate forecasts as needed.
Administer organizational insurance coverage (workers’ comp, liability, fleet, D&O, property, medical, HOA, etc.).
Manage tracking and financial compliance on complex, multi-year grants.
Streamline and improve accounting systems and processes for efficiency and accuracy.
Lead as staff liaison for the Finance and Investment Committees of the Board; contribution to other Board committees as needed.
Build professional growth opportunities and foster cross-department collaboration.
Oversee annual audit, Form 990, workers’ compensation audit, other financial audits.
Monitor mortgage portfolio performance and delinquency.
Lead, mentor, and hold accountable the Controller and Director of ReStore.
Manage cash flow and present clear financial updates to the CEO, Finance Committee, and Board.
Forecast trends and develop models that drive sound, data-informed decision-making.
Design and execute financing strategies (mortgage sales, securitizations, tax credits, credit lines, construction financing, home pricing).
Enforce compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, reporting requirements, and internal controls.
Align financial strategy with organizational goals in partnership with the CEO, Board, and Leadership Team.

Requirements

microsoft office

accounting software

cpa

abila

paycom

salesforce

Advanced Microsoft Office and accounting software skills; comfort with technology.
Nonprofit finance experience strongly valued.
Strong analytical and strategic planning skills; data-driven decision-making.
Proven supervisory and team leadership experience.
Bachelor’s in Accounting; CPA preferred.
Excellent written and verbal communication.
5–8 years’ experience as Controller/Director of Finance.
Experience with Abila (or similar GL), Paycom (HRIS), Salesforce (CRM) preferred.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits. This position is eligible for medical, dental, ancillary benefits, paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
Compensation: $150,000–$160,000/yr. Commensurate with experience.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1976

Founded

The company was established in 1976, marking the beginning of its mission.

70+ countries

Global Reach

Operates internationally, making a difference across many regions.

4,400 homes

Homes Built

Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter personally contributed to building these homes.

Grew into a global nonprofit operating in over 70 countries, funded by individuals, philanthropies, corporations, and governments.
Uses volunteer labor and 'sweat equity' to build and repair simple, decent, affordable homes without profit.
Hosts signature events like the Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project, building thousands of homes in blitzes.
Runs Global Village volunteer programs sending participants to build and learn across five continents.
Specializes in residential and community infrastructure and improving water resources in low-income areas.

Culture + Values

Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities and hope.
A world where everyone has a decent place to live.
We are compelled by our Koinonia roots to put God’s love for all into action and pursue housing equity and opportunity by bringing all people together to build community and drive impact.
We build a culture rooted in learning, accountability and trust.

Environment + Sustainability

5 years

Sustainability Partnership

Collaboration with UN-Habitat focusing on sustainable development and climate change solutions.

Committed to sustainable development, integrating environmental resilience into global and local housing programs.
Promoting green building materials that reduce CO₂ emissions, energy use, waste, and water consumption.
Setting a net-zero greenhouse gas emissions target with a publicly disclosed date.

Inclusion & Diversity

50% Global Workforce

Women Representation

Women make up approximately 50% of the company's global workforce.

48% Leadership Roles

Women in Leadership

Women hold approximately 48% of leadership roles within the organization.

2027 Target

Gender Parity Goal

The company aims to increase the representation of under-represented genders in senior roles by 2027.

Committed to building a diverse, inclusive workforce—recruitment efforts include diverse candidate outreach, interview panels and unconscious bias education.
Equal opportunity employer; safe, visible, respected, supported and valued workforce with background screening, ethical safeguarding and whistleblowing policies.

Articles

Habitat for Humanity - Volunteer

Careers at Habitat for Humanity

Donate to Habitat for Humanity