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Burkland Associates

CFO Advisory Consultant

Keep MSO/PC economics clean: intercompany billing, cost allocations, management fee settlements, and clear guardrails between the entities to ensure compliance. * Advise the CEO and physician ...

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Team Tristar

Chief Financial Officer

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$71 - $150/hr

... trusted advisors. Tri Star seeks to employ innovative methods to provide the highest level of ... Analyze all client engagement economics to determine current and future headcount budgets ...

Socket.dev

NY · On-site

$180 - $300/hr

Serves as a trusted financial advisor to the CEO, Board of Directors, Finance Committee, executive ... Maintains awareness of economic trends, industry benchmarks, labor trends, insurance costs, vendor ...

ThisWay

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO and executive leadership team on growth, investment ... Formal education in finance, accounting, economics, business, or a related field, or equivalent ...

Neato Robotics

Chief Financial Officer

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$150 - $250/hr

Neato's economics are working‑capital intensive. We take inventory risk on every brand we sign ... The CFO does not advise on these dynamics. The CFO owns them. You report directly to the founders ...

Subsense

Chief Financial Officer

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$240 - $300/hr

Your work will connect R&D, Product, Operations, external advisors, and strategic partners into a ... Develop equity economics and investment scenarios aligned with financial models and milestones.

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How much do chief economic advisor jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for chief economic advisor in the United States is $124,409.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $93,000.00 and $146,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a chief economic advisor do?

A Chief Economic Advisor is a senior expert who provides economic analysis and policy recommendations to government leaders or organizations. Their role includes advising on macroeconomic trends, fiscal policies, and economic reforms. They often prepare reports, guide policy decisions, and represent their organization in economic matters both domestically and internationally. The Chief Economic Advisor helps ensure that policy decisions are informed by sound economic principles and current data.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a chief economic advisor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Chief Economic Advisor, you need advanced expertise in economics, policy analysis, and quantitative methods, usually demonstrated by a doctoral degree in economics or a related field. Familiarity with economic modeling software, statistical analysis tools, and experience with macroeconomic data systems is essential. Strong leadership, strategic communication, and the ability to synthesize complex information for diverse stakeholders are standout soft skills. These capabilities are critical for shaping sound economic policy, providing credible advice to government or organizational leaders, and influencing impactful decisions.

How does a chief economic advisor typically collaborate with government agencies and private sector stakeholders?

A Chief Economic Advisor regularly interfaces with various government departments, providing economic analysis and strategic recommendations that inform policy decisions. They also engage with private sector representatives, think tanks, and academic experts to gather diverse perspectives and data, ensuring that proposed policies are both practical and effective. This collaborative environment requires strong communication and negotiation skills, as the advisor often mediates between differing interests to build consensus around economic initiatives.

What is the difference between Chief Economic Advisor vs Economic Analyst?

AspectChief Economic AdvisorEconomic Analyst
Required CredentialsAdvanced degrees in economics, extensive experienceBachelor's or Master's in economics or related field
Work EnvironmentPolicy advisory, government or large organizationsResearch, data analysis, reporting
Employer & IndustryGovernment agencies, think tanks, international organizationsCorporations, financial institutions, research firms

The Chief Economic Advisor typically holds senior credentials and provides high-level policy guidance, whereas an Economic Analyst focuses on data analysis and reporting. Both roles require strong economics background but differ in scope and responsibility.

How do you become a chief economic advisor?

To become a chief economic advisor, individuals typically need a strong educational background in economics or related fields, often holding a master's degree or Ph.D. They should have extensive experience in economic analysis, policy development, or research, and often work their way up through government, academia, or think tanks, demonstrating expertise and leadership in economic issues.
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Chief Financial Officer

Covenant House Alaska

Anchorage, AK • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description

Position Summary
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for the overall leadership and management of the agency's financial strategy and operations, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, cash and investment management, audits, grants management, and financial reporting. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the CFO serves as a key member of the executive leadership team and a strategic partner to senior leaders and the Board of Directors to ensure the organization's long-term financial strength, transparency, and sustainability in support of CHA's mission. The CFO brings a forward-looking, agency wide perspective and serves as a key advisor on financial sustainability, growth, and risk.
Authority and Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Chief Executive Officer and the Board of Directors, the CFO has authority over the financial affairs of the organization. This includes authority to make investment and treasury decisions in accordance with Board-approved policies, allocate financial resources within approved budgets, and establish financial controls and procedures. Changes to financial policy, long-range financial plans, debt or capital financing strategies, and material budget revisions are subject to review and approval by the Chief Executive Officer and/or the Board of Directors.
Essential Functions
Organizational Leadership, Strategic Management and Policy Development
  • Serve as a strategic advisor to the Chief Executive Officer and executive leadership team on financial performance, risks, and opportunities.
  • Lead the annual strategic financial planning and budgeting process, ensuring alignment with agency priorities and long-term objectives.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure fiscal integrity.
  • Evaluate financial performance against goals, identify risks or variances, and recommend corrective strategies.
  • Lead development and use of multi year financial models, including scenario planning, sensitivity analyses, and forecasting to assess risk, sustainability, and strategic options.
  • Provide forward looking financial analysis to support executive leadership and Board decision making under varying economic, funding, and operational conditions.

Financial Operations and Administration
  • Direct and oversee all accounting and finance functions, including general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, payroll coordination, and month-end and year-end close.
  • Develop and manage annual operating and capital budgets; oversee budget amendments and forecasts as needed.
  • Produce accurate, timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and analyses comparing results to budget and prior periods.
  • Manage cash flow to ensure sufficient liquidity for operations, payroll, and obligations.
  • Oversee procurement and contracting policies to ensure fiscal responsibility and regulatory compliance.
  • Identify, assess, and proactively manage financial risks, including regulatory, funding, liquidity, and operational finance risks.
  • Oversee insurance coverage and coordinate with external advisors to mitigate organizational financial exposure.

Grants, Compliance, and Audits
  • Provide oversight of financial aspects of grants, including budgeting, tracking, reporting, and compliance with federal, state, and private funder requirements.
  • Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and applicable nonprofit, governmental, and regulatory standards.
  • Direct and oversee the annual independent financial audit, preparation of IRS Form 990, and timely completion of all required financial filings.

Investments and Asset Management
  • Ensure adherence to Board-approved investment policies.
  • Oversee management and reconciliation of investment accounts and reserves; report performance to executive leadership and the Board.
  • Manage fixed assets, depreciation schedules, and capital expenditures.
  • Oversee the financial planning, tracking, and reporting of restricted, designated, capital, and non-operating funds, ensuring compliance with donor and Board requirements.
  • Partner with executive leadership on the financial strategy and reporting for capital campaigns and other non-operating initiatives, as applicable.

Board and Committee Support
  • Attend and present at CHA Board of Directors and Board Finance Committee meetings.
  • Serve as a trusted strategic advisor to the Board of Directors and Finance Committee on financial strategy, risk, sustainability, and long-term planning.
  • Present financial information in a manner that clearly communicates risks, opportunities, and trade-offs to support effective governance and fiduciary oversight.
  • Support the Board Treasurer role with accurate and transparent reporting.

Quality Improvement and Financial Transformation
  • Analyze financial and operational trends and benchmark practices against peer organizations.
  • Lead continuous improvement efforts to strengthen financial systems, reporting, and decision support.
  • Champion the effective use of financial data and dashboards to support organizational learning and performance improvement.
  • Foster a culture of financial accountability and transparency by strengthening financial literacy and budget ownership across the agency.
  • Translate complex financial information into clear, actionable insights that enable program and department leaders to make informed, mission-aligned decisions.
  • Lead strategy for financial systems and tools, including implementation, optimization, and integration, to improve accuracy, efficiency, and real-time access to financial information.
  • Ensure financial data and reporting systems effectively support executive management, Board oversight, and organizational planning.

Educational, Licensure and/or Certification Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required.
  • CPA or equivalent professional certification preferred.

Minimum Experience
  • Ten (10) or more years of progressively responsible experience in accounting and financial management, including senior-level leadership responsibility.
  • Demonstrated experience in nonprofit financial management preferred.
  • Significant experience working with Boards of Directors and Board committees.
  • Experience with grants management, audits, and regulatory compliance

Knowledge Skills and Abilities Required
Financial and Strategic Leadership
  • Expert knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting practices.
  • Strong financial planning, forecasting, and analytical skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to translate complex financial information for non-financial audiences.
  • Knowledge in grant funding, reporting and management.
  • Knowledge of structuring and directing budget preparation process in order to produce a budget report which is intuitive for its users, yet it meets specific financial objectives of an organization.

Interpersonal
  • Consistent demonstration of ethics, integrity, fairness and trustworthiness
  • Excellent oral, written and public communication skills
  • Effective, supportive and positive interpersonal communication skills and behaviors.
  • Effective and adaptive leadership competencies and behaviors
  • Ability to build, sustain or repair relationships with a diverse stakeholder group
  • Ability to demonstrate empathy and compassion consistent with organization's guiding principles and values
  • Demonstrated executive presence, influence and credibility
  • Strong degree of self-discipline, self-confidence and self-development

Governance and Decision-Making
  • Strong understanding of nonprofit governance and fiduciary responsibilities.
  • Sound judgment, critical thinking, and ethical decision-making.

Other
  • Understand and comply with all Agency policies and procedures, including Child Protection Policies.
  • Maintain confidentiality while understanding and complying with requirements of mandated reporting, duty to warn, Title IX, ADA,HIPAA, FERPA and other limits to confidentiality.
  • Proficient with standard computer operating systems. Ability to navigate Microsoft Office Suite, online databases, and other programs and websites as required.
  • Ability to adjust schedule to support Agency needs, deadlines, or special circumstances which may include working or being available by phone outside of normal business hours, and Holidays and/or weekends as needed.
  • Possess a current and valid Driver's License and have a clean driving record.
  • Pass federal, state, and local background check investigations.
  • Ability to adjust schedule to support Agency needs, deadlines, or special circumstances which may include working or being available by phone outside of normal business hours, and Holidays and/or weekends as needed.
  • Ability to meet and maintain required background clearances.
  • Possession of a valid State of Alaska driver's license, as required.

Working Conditions
  • Position is established in an office setting within the Youth Engagement Center
  • Noise level is mild to moderate, consistent with office and residential environments.
  • Must have the ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
  • Must have the ability to observe details within close range.
  • Must be able to remain in stationary position for extended periods of time.
  • Must be able to move within the office to access files and office equipment.
  • Consistently operates a computer and related office machinery.
  • Must be able to ascend/descend stairways in case of emergency to exit building safely

Covenant House is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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