Senior Financial Strategy Consultant (CFO / VP of Finance Level)

Fractional CFO / VP of Finance

Reports To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Engagement Type: Fractional / Part-Time (10–20 hours/week)
Location: Washington, DC preferably

Position Overview

The National Indian Health Board (NIHB) seeks a senior financial leader at the CFO or VP of Finance level to provide hands-on, part-time leadership of the organization’s financial operations. This role will actively manage key finance functions, strengthen internal processes, ensure compliance with federal grants and nonprofit regulations, and provide the CEO and senior leadership with clear financial visibility to support mission-driven decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Financial Leadership & Execution: Manage budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and financial reporting. Ensure timely, accurate accounting and compliance with GAAP and nonprofit fund accounting standards.

• Grant & Compliance Oversight: Lead federal grant compliance (2 CFR 200), assist with proposal budgets, and coordinate audits and IRS reporting.

• Board & Executive Support: Provide clear, actionable financial insights to the CEO, COO, and Board; translate complex data into strategic recommendations.

• Process & Systems Improvement: Optimize financial workflows, reporting tools, and systems integrations. Collaborate with internal finance staff to improve operational efficiency.

• Mentorship & Team Collaboration: Guide Finance Director and Grants Manager in execution of financial processes, supporting a high-performing finance function.

Qualifications

Required:

• 10+ years of progressive nonprofit financial leadership experience

• Proven expertise in federal grant management, fund accounting, and nonprofit compliance

• Hands-on experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting

• Strong ability to communicate complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders

Preferred:

• CPA or MBA

• Experience with Tribal nations, health systems, or advocacy organizations

• Familiarity with Indian Health Service, HHS, or other federal health funding

• Expertise in financial systems (e.g., Sage Intacct) and CRM integrations

Engagement Details

• Fractional, part-time role (~10–20 hours per week)

• Initial engagement: 6–12 months with possibility of extension

• Remote with periodic in-person collaboration

Core Competencies

• The "Translator": Ability to explain complex financial concepts to program staff and Board members without jargon.
• Strategic Agility: Capable of shifting seamlessly between high-level strategic planning and detailed execution.
• Mission Alignment: A genuine passion for Tribal health and advocacy, with the ability to balance financial prudence with mission impact.

For more information or to apply, please contact:

Summers J – jsummers@nihb.org

Please include a resume and cover letter highlighting your experience in fractional or senior financial leadership, federal grant management, and nonprofit finance.

Optional / Helpful:

• References – 2–3 professional references

• Portfolio / Examples – any examples of financial dashboards, reporting frameworks, or process improvements they’ve implemented

• Availability / Hours –