4 Corner Resources is hiring a Chief Financial Officer for a regional public planning council in Northwest Florida. This is a direct-hire opportunity with a well-established government agency that oversees regional planning, transportation, and economic development work across the region. If you're a finance leader who wants a true seat at the table, enjoys being hands-on with your team, and thrives on solving problems rather than just flagging them, then this might be the opportunity for you.
Chief Financial Officer Responsibilities:- Direct all accounting, budgeting, payroll, and financial reporting functions for the organization and its affiliated entities
- Partner with the CEO on the annual budget, the strategic operating plan, and key organizational decisions
- Oversee investment strategy, cash flow, banking activity, and internal controls
- Manage the general ledger and all bookkeeping functions
- Lead the annual audit process and serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors
- Ensure compliance with governmental accounting standards, GAAP, and grant requirements across dozens of federal, state, and local funding sources
- Supervise, mentor, and develop a finance team of four
- Represent the organization at regional, state, and community meetings as needed
- Identify funding opportunities that support regional planning and community development initiatives
Chief Financial Officer Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or management role
- Solid, hands-on governmental accounting background (GAAP, OMB guidance, grant compliance)
- Experience managing diverse funding portfolios, including federal, state, and local grants
- Strong communicator who can build trust with an experienced team that has a range of personalities
- A collaborative, can-do attitude and a willingness to work alongside your team, not just manage from above
Chief Financial Officer Preferred Qualifications:- Master's degree in accounting or a related fieldCPA or CPFO certification
- Prior experience with a regional council, MPO/TPO, or similar governmental planning agency
- Chief Financial Officer Details:
Location: Pensacola, FL area (Northwest Florida)
Schedule:
Hybrid, approximately 80% remote, with quarterly all-staff meetings and periodic regional travel
Duration: Direct hire, permanent placement, with full benefits
Pay Rate: Starting at $115,000 annually, based on experience4CR1
