Chief Administrative Officer

VIA Centers for Neurodevelopment

5 days ago

Location: Charlottesville, VA
Department: Administration
Seniority: C-Level
Source: Paylocity

Description

The Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) is a mission-driven executive leader responsible for the financial stewardship, strategy, and operational excellence of a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving individuals with autism and their families. The CAO partners closely with the CAO, Board of Directors, and leadership team to ensure financial sustainability, transparency, and strategic growth in support of the organization’s mission.

This role requires exceptional technical expertise—including superior Excel proficiency, financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting—combined with a genuine heart for the organization’s work and the community it serves.

Duties and Responsibilities

Strategic Financial Leadership

Develop and execute long-term financial strategy aligned with organizational mission and growth goals
Lead multi-year financial modeling, projections, and scenario planning
Advise President and CEO and Board on financial performance, risk management, and strategic opportunities
Support expansion initiatives, program growth, and capital investments

Financial Planning & Analysis

Oversee annual budgeting process and rolling forecasts
Develop detailed financial models to support program expansion, grant funding, and reimbursement strategies
Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs)
Provide clear, data-driven reporting to leadership and Board

Accounting & Compliance

Ensure compliance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards
Oversee preparation of financial statements and Form 990
Manage annual audit and maintain strong internal controls
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and grantor regulations

Revenue & Funding Oversight

Monitor diverse revenue streams (government contracts, Medicaid/insurance reimbursement, grants, fundraising)
Partner with Development team on grant budgeting and reporting
Optimize reimbursement processes and cash flow management

Leadership & Team Management

Lead, mentor, and develop finance and administrative staff
Build a high-performing, accountable finance team
Foster cross-department collaboration and financial literacy across the organization

Systems & Technology

Oversee financial systems, accounting software, and reporting tools
Leverage advanced Excel capabilities and financial software to improve analytics and reporting
Identify opportunities for process automation and operational efficiencies

Position Type

Full time, benefit eligible with direct reports.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (CPA preferred)
7–10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, preferably in nonprofit, healthcare, or human services
Demonstrated expertise in:
- Advanced Excel (complex formulas, pivot tables, modeling, scenario analysis)
- Financial modeling and multi-year projections
- Budget development and oversight
- Cash flow forecasting
Experience managing teams and developing leaders
Strong knowledge of nonprofit financial regulations and reporting

Core Competencies

· Mission-driven with a genuine passion for serving individuals with autism and their families

· Strategic thinker with strong analytical and technical skill

· High integrity and commitment to financial transparency

· Strong communicator able to translate financial data into actionable insights

· Collaborative leader with emotional intelligence and people-first management style

Requirements