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Thrivent Financial

Financial Advisor

Stevens Point, WI

$165K/yr

Today, Thrivent is a not-for-profit, membership-owned Fortune 500 company with $179 billion in assets under management/advisement (as of 12/31/23). Thrivent carries ratings from independent rating ...

Thrivent Financial

Financial Advisor

Sioux City, IA

$165K/yr

As a Thrivent Financial advisor, you will: * Build a financial practice guiding Christians on their ... Gift matching program to double your contributions to eligible nonprofit organizations and ...

Thrivent Financial

Financial Advisor

Williston, ND

$165K/yr

As a Thrivent Financial advisor, you'll: * Build a financial practice guiding Christians on their ... Gift matching program to double your contributions to eligible nonprofit organizations and ...

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How much do nonprofit financial advisor jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for nonprofit financial advisor in the United States is $102,134.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,000.00 and $131,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a nonprofit financial advisor?

A Nonprofit Financial Advisor helps nonprofit organizations manage their finances effectively, ensuring they stay financially sustainable while achieving their mission. They provide guidance on budgeting, financial planning, grant management, and compliance with nonprofit financial regulations. Their role often includes creating financial reports, advising on investments, and optimizing fundraising strategies. By ensuring proper financial stewardship, they help nonprofits maximize their impact while maintaining financial transparency and accountability.

What are some common challenges nonprofit financial advisors face, and how are they addressed in this role?

Nonprofit Financial Advisors often face challenges such as managing limited resources, ensuring regulatory compliance, and effectively communicating financial information to non-financial staff and board members. To address these, advisors work closely with program managers and leadership to prioritize spending, implement strong internal controls, and provide clear, tailored financial reports. Collaboration is key, as advisors serve as a bridge between finance and program teams to align budgeting with organizational mission and donor requirements. Overcoming these challenges helps organizations maximize impact and maintain financial health.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the nonprofit financial advisor position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Nonprofit Financial Advisor, you need expertise in nonprofit accounting, budgeting, and financial analysis, typically supported by a degree in finance or accounting and experience with nonprofit organizations. Familiarity with tools like QuickBooks Nonprofit, fund accounting software, and knowledge of IRS regulations and GAAP standards are key. Strong communication, analytical thinking, and relationship-building skills make candidates stand out in advising and collaborating with diverse stakeholders. These competencies ensure accurate financial stewardship, compliance, and strategic guidance essential for nonprofit sustainability.

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Infographic showing various Nonprofit Financial Advisor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $102,134 per year, or $49.1 per hour.

Fractional Chief Financial Officer (Nonprofit)

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Alexandria, VA • On-site

$150 - $230/hr

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Job description

Fractional Chief Financial Officer (Nonprofit) Northern Virginia (Alexandria) | Remote (Occasional Onsite) Strategic Executive Leadership Opportunity

A nationally recognized nonprofit organization is seeking an experienced Fractional Chief Financial Officer to serve as a strategic advisor to the Chief Executive Officer, Executive Leadership Team, Board of Directors, Finance Committee, and Finance team.

This opportunity is ideal for an accomplished nonprofit CFO who enjoys building organizational capacity, modernizing finance functions, mentoring finance leaders, and helping organizations navigate growth, transformation, and long-term financial sustainability.

This is not a traditional outsourced accounting engagement. We are seeking an executive leader who will influence organizational strategy while strengthening financial operations, governance, reporting, and decision-making.

Key Responsibilities
  • Serve as strategic financial advisor to the CEO, Executive Leadership Team, and Board of Directors.
  • Lead implementation of a Finance Transformation Roadmap.
  • Strengthen budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and scenario modeling.
  • Modernize Board reporting, executive dashboards, and financial analytics.
  • Improve financial processes, reporting, automation, and systems integration.
  • Mentor and develop the Director of Finance while strengthening the overall finance function.
  • Support annual budgeting, audit activities, cash flow planning, and financial sustainability initiatives.
  • Evaluate opportunities for revenue diversification and strategic investments.
  • Help executive leadership make informed financial decisions that support organizational mission and long-term growth.
Qualifications
  • CPA strongly preferred.
  • Significant executive leadership experience as a Chief Financial Officer or senior nonprofit finance executive.
  • Demonstrated success serving nonprofit organizations with complex funding models, grants, and fund accounting.
  • Deep knowledge of GAAP, nonprofit financial reporting, governance, and regulatory compliance.
  • Experience partnering with Boards of Directors and Finance Committees.
  • Proven success leading finance transformation initiatives, organizational change, and process improvements.
  • Experience developing Controllers and finance teams.
  • Preferred experience with Sage Intacct and nonprofit financial systems.
  • Experience implementing dashboards, automation, forecasting tools, and AI-enabled financial solutions.
  • Exceptional executive presence, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Work Arrangement

This is a hybrid role. Initially, this engagement will require a significant level of executive involvement to lead a finance transformation and strengthen the organization's financial leadership capabilities. As these initiatives are successfully implemented, the role will transition to an ongoing strategic executive advisory engagement focused on governance, financial stewardship, organizational sustainability, and executive leadership.

During the initial transition period, additional hours may be required to support implementation, organizational change, and finance transformation initiatives.

The selected executive should anticipate periodic travel to the organization's headquarters in Northern Virginia, including attending meetings with the CEO, participation in quarterly Board meetings, Finance Committee meetings, annual budgeting activities, strategic planning sessions, and other leadership meetings as needed. These expectations are consistent with the engagement structure outlined for the role.

Compensation

Competitive compensation commensurate with experience, qualifications, demonstrated nonprofit executive leadership, and the agreed scope and level of engagement. The organization is committed to attracting an experienced strategic finance executive capable of leading organizational transformation and supporting long-term financial sustainability.

Why This Opportunity?

This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of a respected nonprofit organization. The selected executive will work directly with the CEO and Board to strengthen governance, modernize financial operations, develop internal leadership capacity, improve organizational sustainability, and position the organization for long-term success.

To Apply Include?
  • Resume
  • Cover letter
  • Brief description of relevant nonprofit CFO and Board experience
  • Compensation expectations
  • Availability
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