Chief Financial Officer

Please submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected]

VISIONS/Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired seeks a strategic, forward-looking Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the organization’s financial strategy at a pivotal moment of growth and transformation.

While VISIONS operates with an approximately $15M annual budget, the organization is steward of an approximately $120M endowment, requiring sophisticated financial leadership to balance near-term operational needs with long-term asset management and mission sustainability.

A central priority for the incoming CFO will be financial leadership of a multi-million-dollar initiative to revitalize the VISIONS Center on Blindness (VCB) campus—a transformative investment in infrastructure, programming, and earned revenue opportunities that will expand VISIONS reach and impact.

Equally important, the CFO will play a key role in building VISIONS next generation of programs and revenue streams, working in close partnership with the Chief Strategy & Growth Officer and the newly created Deputy Chief Growth and Implementation Officer. Together, this leadership team will expand access to services through new program models, enterprise operational implementation, strengthen revenue cycle capabilities, and scalable service delivery systems that increase the number of participants served through insurance, self-pay, and other sustainable funding mechanisms.

The CFO will serve as a key member of the executive team, partnering closely with the CEO, Board of Directors, and senior leaders. To ensure continuity, VISIONS long-serving CFO will transition into onboarding and knowledge transfer for the new position. The CFO reports directly to the CEO, with a dotted line reporting relationship to the COO for designated functional areas to ensure effective coordination and organizational effectiveness.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategic Financial Leadership

● Lead financial strategy aligned with VISIONS growth, impact, and long-term sustainability goals

● Advise the CEO and Board on capital planning, endowment stewardship, and major investments

● Develop long-range financial models, including scenario planning tied to strategic initiatives

● Serve as a strategic partner in evaluating and launching new programs and growth opportunities

Capital Projects & VCB Revitalization

● Provide financial leadership for the multi-million dollar VCB campus revitalization project

● Oversee capital planning, project financing strategies, and cash flow management

● Partner with real estate, development, and program teams to align financial planning with design and programmatic goals

● Establish strong financial controls and reporting structures for capital project execution

Endowment Stewardship & Financial Sustainability

● Oversee financial strategy related to VISIONS ~$120M endowment, balancing preservation, growth, and strategic deployment

● Partner with Board leadership on investment policy and endowment draw strategy

● Support strategic use of endowment resources, including infrastructure investment and revenue-generating initiatives

Revenue Strategy, Growth & Innovation

● Partner closely with the Chief Strategy & Growth Officer and Deputy Chief Growth and Implementation Officer to:

○ Develop and launch new programs that expand VISIONS reach and impact

○ Build and scale revenue cycle infrastructure, including Medicaid, third-party insurance, and self-pay models

○ Increase the number of participants served through sustainable funding streams

● Oversee revenue cycle management, including government contracts, billing systems, and collections

● Drive financial modeling and pricing strategies for new and expanded services

● Support diversification of revenue streams to reduce reliance on government funding

Financial Management & Operations

● Oversee all financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting

● Ensure strong internal controls and financial systems appropriate for organizational complexity

● Deliver timely, accurate, and actionable financial insights to leadership

● Provide strategic leadership and hands-on operational support for the Finance Department.

● Maintain active involvement in day-to-day financial operations, including accounting, compliance, reporting, and contracting functions, as needed.

Budgeting & Performance Management

● Lead a strategy-driven annual budgeting process aligned with organizational priorities

● Establish clear financial guardrails and accountability across departments

● Monitor performance and proactively identify risks and opportunities

Compliance & Risk Management

● Ensure compliance with nonprofit, government contracting, and audit requirements

● Lead audit processes and manage external financial relationships

● Oversee financial risk management, including capital, operational, and compliance risk

Leadership & Governance

● Lead and develop the finance team, fostering accountability and continuous improvement

● Build financial literacy across the organization

● Partner with the Board and Finance/Audit Committees to support strong governance

Transition Structure

● The incoming CFO will be supported by the current CFO during a defined transition period.

● The current CFO will provide institutional knowledge, historical context, and guidance on systems and relationships, while the incoming CFO retains full decision-making authority.

Pay: $170,000.00 - $190,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Leadership: 10 years (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10013