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Vice President & Chief Financial Officer

Vice President & Chief Financial Officer

Minnesota Council of NonprofitsSaint Paul, MN, United States
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Overview

The Center for Victims of Torture is hiring a Vice President & Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to provide strategic leadership and oversight for the organization’s Finance, Technology and Facilities functions. The CFO establishes financial strategy, ensures efficient and compliant financial systems, oversees financial operations and reporting, and leads technology planning to maintain secure and responsive infrastructure. The CFO advises executives, managers, and the Board on financial matters, and works to ensure the organization’s long-term financial health and sustainability.

The CFO manages the Finance and Technology teams, supports the Finance and Audit Committees of the Board of Directors, and, as a member of the Executive Leadership Team, shares responsibility for advancing the strategic plan and annual organizational goals.

Position

  • Position open to candidates located in the U.S. who are authorized to work in the U.S. and will not need CVT to sponsor them on a work visa, with preference given to candidates who reside in the Minneapolis / St. Paul MN area.

Work Status

  • Hybrid remote status.
  • Benefits

  • Employees in benefit eligible positions are offered a competitive benefits package which includes paid time off and options for health, dental, vision, a 403(b) retirement plan, as well as employer paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability.
  • Organization

    The Center for Victims of Torture works toward a future in which torture ceases to exist and its victims have hope for a new life. We are an international nonprofit dedicated to healing survivors of torture. We offer rehabilitation services to those who have been tortured, train partners around the world who can prevent and treat torture, and advocate for human rights and an end to torture. We are headquartered in Minnesota, and we have US offices in Georgia and DC, as well as offices in Africa and the Middle East.

    Responsibilities

  • Strategic Organizational Leadership : Serve as a member of the Executive Team, contributing to strategic planning, decision-making and organizational development. Promote strong financial health across the organization and ensure alignment of financial and technology systems with strategic priorities. Provide leadership to special projects and acts as staff lead for the Finance and Audit Committees of the Board. Maintain open communication and information-sharing across teams and departments.
  • Financial Strategy and Management : Lead the organization’s financial strategy, ensuring resources are allocated to mission priorities and positioned for long-term growth. Provide forward-looking financial planning, scenario modeling, and analysis to inform executive and board decision-making. Oversee financial policies, systems, and controls that balance compliance, efficiency, and strategic flexibility. Partner with the President / CEO to integrate financial considerations into organizational opportunities, risks, and strategic investments. Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and investment strategies to maximize financial sustainability.
  • Budgeting, Forecasting and Financial Reporting : Lead the annual operating and capital budget process with the Executive Team. Provide budget managers with timely, accurate financial reports and analysis. Partner with program leadership to ensure grant budgets align with organizational priorities and resources.
  • Technology and Facilities Oversight : Provide strategic direction for Technology, ensuring systems and infrastructure enhance decision-making, collaboration, and impact measurement. Oversee technology strategy to ensure accessibility, data security, and alignment with organizational priorities. Provide limited oversight of facilities to ensure functional and cost-effective support of operations.
  • Compliance and Risk Management : Oversee annual audits, tax filings, government reporting and grant compliance, ensuring accountability and transparency. Ensure compliance and manage risks associated with grant management and proposals, including review and analysis of the organization’s NICRA. Serve on the Risk Management Team, anticipating emerging risks and advising leadership on financial, operational, and reputational considerations. Ensure appropriate insurance coverage, review and approve contracts, and strengthen enterprise risk management practices. Partner with Technology leadership to safeguard data, enhance digital security, and maintain business continuity planning.
  • Leadership of People and Teams : Build and lead high-performing Finance, Technology and Facilities teams that function as strategic business partners across the organization. Recruit, coach, and develop staff to provide strong financial and technological expertise, strategic insight, and collaborative problem-solving. Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement within and across teams. Develop and maintain effective relationships with program stakeholders. Ensure alignment of team goals with organizational priorities and promote cross-training and collaboration.
  • Qualifications

    Required education, experience, certificates, licenses or registrations

  • BA degree in accounting or finance
  • 10 years of progressively responsible financial management experience, and 3 years of experience as a CFO
  • 5 years of experience successfully managing teams
  • Demonstrated success in developing and implementing financial strategy, policies and controls
  • Demonstrated experience collaborating with a board of directors and board committees
  • Experience with financial systems management
  • Preferred education, experience, certificates, licenses or registrations

  • Master’s degree in accounting, finance or business administration
  • CPA or CMA
  • Nonprofit / NGO sector experience
  • Experience managing information technology teams
  • Familiar working with international rules and regulatory environments
  • Experience working in an entrepreneurial environment
  • Competencies

  • Proven ability to align financial and operational strategies with mission priorities
  • Strong analytical skills and expertise in scenario modeling, forecasting, and strategic planning
  • Visionary leadership and ability to guide organizations through growth and transformation
  • Ability to influence and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including in multi-country environments
  • Skilled communicator who translates complex financial concepts into accessible insights for decision-making
  • Adaptive, diplomatic leadership style with strong change management abilities
  • Business acumen that balances financial discipline with entrepreneurial opportunity
  • Integrity, resilience, and commitment to human rights and humanitarian values
  • Proficiency in GAAP and Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word and Excel)
  • Interest in or commitment to human rights
  • Supervisory Responsibilities

    Controller, Director of Technology, Senior Financial Analyst

    Work Environment

  • Typical office environment
  • Time spent on the computer is approximately 90%
  • Time spent in virtual meetings is approximately 50%
  • Limited domestic and international travel may be required.
  • Hiring Timeline : Most CVT hiring processes for US-based positions take about 8 weeks from when the position closes to when an offer is made to a candidate.

    CVT encourages former clients and their immediate family members (parents, siblings, children, or partners) to apply for employment. To be eligible, a minimum of 6 months must have passed since the end of group services, or 12 months for individual or intensive services, for the former client and / or their immediate family member.

    CVT is committed to hiring and fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce that leverages the skills and talents of all employees in our organization, regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, familial status, genetic information, or any other protected status. We encourage candidates with diverse backgrounds such as these to apply for this position.

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