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Job Description: Salary: 170,000 Annually Location:Remote, U.S.-based Reports to:President & Chief Executive Officer Status:Full-time, exempt Salary:Starting compensation of $170,000 annually About EarthShare EarthShare is a U.S.-based nonprofit organization working to accelerate environmental philanthropy and mobilize resources for a healthy, just, and sustainable planet. For more than three decades, EarthShare has helped individuals, employers, foundations, nonprofit organizations, and other mission-aligned organizations direct meaningful support to environmental causes. Building on its legacy in workplace giving, EarthShare has expanded its role as a philanthropic infrastructure organization at a time when the environmental movement urgently needs more flexible, trusted, and values-aligned vehicles for giving. EarthShares work advances through three coreprograms: Donor-Advised Funds and Philanthropic Services. EarthShare operates a mission-aligned DAFprogramfor individuals, families, foundations, donor networks, businesses, and philanthropic intermediaries. Our DAF program includesplatform-basedand white-glove offerings designed to support complex donor relationships, large-scale assets, strategic grantmaking, and customized philanthropic service models. Fiscal Sponsorship. EarthShare provides fiscal sponsorship and operational support for high-impact environmental, climate, conservation, food systems, and social innovation initiatives, helping projects move resources quickly, manage compliance responsibly, and focus more fully on mission delivery. Workplace Giving. EarthShare serves as a trusted connector between employers, employees, and environmental nonprofits, helping peopletake actionthrough workplace giving, volunteering, and engagement campaigns. EarthShare has mobilized more than $450 million to environmental causes over its history. The organization is now entering a period ofstrategicgrowth: strengthening financial systems, expanding its DAF and fiscal sponsorshipprograms,cultivatingand supportingmajor philanthropic partnerships, and building the financial and compliance infrastructurerequiredto stewardsubstantially greaterresources for environmental impact. The Opportunity EarthShare seeks a Chief Financial Officer to serve as the organization's senior financial leader and a close partner to the President & CEO, COO, Board of Directors, Finance Committee, Investment Committee, and senior staff.Thefinancial systems, controls, and reporting theCFOleads are the infrastructure our mission depends on. The CFO will lead EarthShares finance function across accounting, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, audit, treasury, cash management, internal controls, and financial compliance. The CFO will also design and manage the financial architecturethat supportsEarthShares DAF, fiscal sponsorship, and workplace giving programs, including fund accounting, donor and partner reporting, fee modeling, liquidity planning, investment oversight, and risk management. The CFO and COO are peer leaders on EarthShares senior team. Operational functions including human resources,technology,and administrative operations report to the COO. The CFOs remit is financial leadership: the systems, controls, analysis, and strategic judgment that allow EarthShare to movecapitalresponsibly and grow with integrity. Reporting directly to the President & CEO, the CFO willsuperviseEarthSharesSenior Director, Accountingand work closely with outsourced accounting support, auditors, investment advisors, custodians, andkey institutional partnerships. KeyPositionPriorities Build Financial Infrastructure for Scale.Assess, strengthen, and modernize EarthShares financial systems, policies, controls, and reporting so they can support a larger and more complex organization,one that isaccurate, transparent, audit-ready, and capable of earning the trust of donors and partners at every level. SupportPhilanthropicProgram Growth. Develop and oversee the financial architecture for EarthShares DAF, fiscal sponsorship, and workplace giving programs, including fund accounting, grant and disbursement tracking,investment reporting,fee analysis, liquidity management, and donor and partner reporting. Strengthen Strategic Financial Planning.Partner with the CEO, COO, Board, and senior team to develop multi-year financial models, growth scenarios, reserve strategies, and revenue projections that help EarthShare evaluate opportunities and manage risks across its programs and institutional partnerships. Increase Transparency and Decision Support.Translate financial information into clear, actionableinsightsfor the CEO, COO, Board, and staff. Develop dashboards and reporting tools that help EarthShare understand performance, manage risk,allocateresources, and plan with confidence. Ensure Compliance and Risk Management.Ensure EarthShares financial practices meet the highest standards of nonprofit accountability, donor stewardship, regulatory compliance, internal controls, and fiduciary responsibility. As financial complexity grows, the CFO willanticipateand manage risks before they become institutional vulnerabilities. Serve as a Trusted Partner to the CEO.The CFO will be a key thought partner to the President & CEO, bringing financial clarity, strategic counsel, anddiscipline to major decisions,including new partnerships, program investments, and institutional priorities. Position Responsibilities Executive Financial Leadership The CFO will serve as EarthShares senior financial officer and primary steward of the organizations financial health, strategy, and integrity. Specific responsibilities include:Partnering closely with the President & CEO as a trusted adviser on financial strategy, growth, risk, and institutional sustainabilityServing as a member of the senior leadership team, contributing to organization-wide strategy and planning from a financial perspectiveTranslating EarthShares strategic direction into financial plansand resource allocation frameworksDeveloping multi-year financial plans and scenario models that support EarthShares DAF roadmap, fiscal sponsorship growth, workplace giving programs, staffing needs, and institutional prioritiesProviding clear financial analysis and recommendations to support major organizational decisionsSupporting the CEO in preparing financial and strategic materials for the Board, Finance Committee, and Investment Committee Finance, Accounting, and Controls The CFO will lead all core financial functions, including:Accounting, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll coordination, treasury, cash management, audit, tax filings, and internal controlsPreparation ofaccurateandtimelymonthly, quarterly, and annual financial statementsCompliance with GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards, donor restrictions, grant requirements, and applicable regulationsAccounting for restricted funds, fiscal sponsorship funds, DAF assets, operating revenue, investment income, workplace giving revenue, and program-related financial activityAnnual budget process in close partnership with the CEO,COO,andsenior staffBudget-to-actual monitoring, variance analysis, and trend reportingInternal controls, documentation, approval workflows, and segregation of dutiesAnnual audit preparation and primary liaison to external auditorsForm 990 and other financial, tax, and regulatory filingsBanking relationships and cash managementBuilding financial literacy across the organization so thatprogrammanagers havetimelyand useful information Program Finance and Philanthropic Infrastructure The CFO will serve as the senior financial lead across EarthShares core programs:Developing and overseeing financial systems for EarthShares DAF, fiscal sponsorship, and workplace giving programsEnsuringaccurateaccounting, reconciliation, reporting, and controls across DAF accounts, fiscal sponsorship projects, workplace giving campaigns, restricted funds, grants, fees, and program revenuesBuilding andmaintainingfinancial models for program growth, including assets under management, contribution scenarios, payout assumptions, fee revenue, staffing needs, technology costs, and administrative capacitySupporting pricing and fee analysis for EarthShares DAF products, fiscal sponsorship services, and philanthropic service arrangementsPartnering with program leaders to strengthen financial workflows for project onboarding, donor and partner reporting, grant tracking, disbursements, and reconciliationSupporting workplace campaign accounting and reporting, including revenue recognition, pledge tracking, partner distributions, and platform reconciliationsSupporting development and implementation of Investment Committee materials, investment policy documents, and liquidity policiesEnsuring that financial operations across programs are aligned with donor intent, legal requirements, EarthShare policies, and fiduciary best practices Finance Systems and Technology Assessing and improving EarthShares financial systems, reporting tools, accounting software, fund accounting processes, and data integrationsLeading finance-related technology improvements that increase accuracy, automation, controls, and reporting qualityPartnering with operations, technology, and program staff to improve finance-related data quality and cross-functional workflowsDeveloping dashboards and reporting tools that give leadershiptimelyvisibility into financial performance, cash flow, assets, liabilities, program economics, and risk Profile of the Successful Candidate EarthShare seeks a CFO who combines technical strength, strategic judgment, and genuine commitment to the mission. The right person will understand that EarthShare is moving into a more expansive role asaphilanthropic infrastructureprovider. This moment calls for someone who can strengthen day-to-day financial operations while helping the organization prepare for significant asset growth, more complex donor relationships, larger fiscal sponsorship portfolios, and deeper institutional partnerships. The right person will see finance as a form of stewardship. They will understand that EarthShares credibility with donors, fiscal sponsorship projects, workplace partners, board members, and philanthropic institutions depends on the quality of its financial systems. Strategic Financial LeadershipSignificant senior financial leadership experience in a nonprofit, philanthropic, community foundation, fiscal sponsor, grantmaking institution, or other mission-driven environmentDemonstrated ability to translate organizational strategy into financial plans, operating models, and implementation prioritiesStrong facility with multi-year forecasting, scenario modeling, revenue modeling, reserve planning, and cash flow managementAbility to see the full financial picture while staying grounded in the operational details thatdeterminesystem success Philanthropic Infrastructure AcumenExperience with donor-advised funds, community foundations, private foundations, fiscal sponsorship, workplace giving, or complex restricted fund environmentsUnderstanding of fund accounting, donor restrictions, investment reporting, grant disbursements, fee structures, and fiduciary stewardshipComfort working with high-net-worth donors, family offices, foundations, investment advisors, custodians, employers, and philanthropic intermediaries Technical ExcellenceDeep knowledge of nonprofit accounting, GAAP, audits, Form 990 preparation, internal controls, budgeting, financial reporting, and complianceStrong understanding of cash management, treasury, investment reporting, liquidity planning, and financial riskExperience improving financial systems, accounting processes, and controls in a growing or changing organizationHigh standardsfor accuracy, timeliness, documentation, and accountability Partnership with the CEO and BoardDemonstrated experience as a close and trusted adviser to a CEO, Executive Director, or other senior leaderAbility to provide candid counsel, clear analysis, and grounded recommendationsSkill in presenting financial information to boards, committees, donors, and non-financial audiencesSound judgment about when to raise concerns, when to offer options, and when to help the organization move forward Builders OrientationExperience building or modernizing finance functions, reporting systems, financial policies, and internal workflowsComfortoperatingin a growing organization where systems are still evolvingAbility to bring structure and clarity without impeding momentumOrientation toward continuous improvement and practical problem-solving Collaborative LeadershipProven ability to manage and develop finance staff and external consultantsStrong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust across departmentsCommitment to helping colleagues understand financial information and make stronger decisionsA leadership style that balances accountability with humility, and patience with urgency Mission AlignmentGenuine commitment to EarthShares mission of mobilizing resources for a healthy, just, and sustainable planetAppreciation for the role that philanthropic infrastructure plays in accelerating environmental progressCommitment to equity, inclusion, transparency, and responsible stewardshipPersonal and professional integrity, discretion, and sound judgment Relevant Experience Strong candidates may come from nonprofit organizations, community foundations, DAF sponsors, fiscal sponsors, private foundations, public charities, philanthropic advisory firms, financial institutions, or mission-driven enterprises. Relevant roles include CFO, VP of Finance, Controller, Director of Finance, Treasurer, or equivalent senior financial leader. Minimum Qualifications CPA, MBA, or relevant advanced credentialrequiredBachelors degree in accounting, finance, business, nonprofit management, or a related field, or equivalent professional experienceTen or more years of progressive financial leadership experience, including experience at a senior levelDemonstrated knowledgeinnonprofit accounting, GAAP, audits, budgeting, internal controls,andfinancial reporting, andfinancial managementsystemsExperience with nonprofit financial and operational technology platforms, including Sage Intacct, Ramp, Salesforce, Andar, or comparable systemsExperience working with boards, finance committees, auditors, and senior leadershipStrong financial modeling, forecasting, analytical, and communication skillsExperience managing staff, consultants, or outsourced finance partnersAbility to work effectively in a remote, U.S.-based organizationApplicants mustbe authorized towork in the United States. EarthShare does not sponsor employment visas. Compensation and Benefits This is a full-time, exempt, remote, and benefit-eligible position. Candidates must be based in the United States. Thestartingannualcompensation for this position is $17