CFO - Chief Financial Officer

We are looking for an accomplished financial executive to provide onsite leadership for a Long-term Contract opportunity in Baltimore, Maryland. This role is well suited for an experienced, detail-oriented individual who can guide budgeting, accounting, payroll, procurement, and compliance activities in a public sector or similarly regulated setting. The selected leader will help maintain strong fiscal oversight, support reporting obligations, and ensure day-to-day financial operations run effectively during this extended assignment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning, development, and administration of the operating budget while aligning financial priorities with departmental needs.
• Review spending activity, authorize appropriate expenditures, and produce clear budget status updates for leadership review.
• Oversee core fiscal functions, including accounting operations, purchasing activity, payment processing, and payroll administration.
• Maintain oversight of financial controls tied to grant-supported programs to promote compliance and proper use of funds.
• Establish and refine fiscal procedures, documentation, and internal forms to strengthen accuracy and consistency across operations.
• Direct, mentor, and evaluate finance, administrative, and support personnel to ensure effective team performance.
• Prepare and deliver financial statements and other required submissions for city, state, and federal stakeholders.
• Coordinate audit support activities by compiling records, responding to inquiries, and assisting with reviews.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a closely related field.
• At least 10 years of progressive experience in budgeting, accounting, or financial management.
• Prior supervisory experience with responsibility for staff oversight, performance management, and personnel recommendations.
• Strong understanding of budget administration, financial controls, accounting practices, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex financial information clearly in both written and verbal formats.
• Experience building procedures, organizing fiscal operations, and working effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Background in cash flow analysis, capital management, regulatory reporting, and financial reporting.
• Familiarity with Workday or comparable financial systems is preferred.