Chief Financial Officer

Salary Range

$100k - $130k Annually (depending on qualifications)

JOB SUMMARY

The Tennessee Primary Care Association (TPCA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit membership association representing 30 Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) and community health centers serving low-income and underserved populations across Tennessee. TPCA provides advocacy, technical assistance, training, and shared services to strengthen the capacity of its member health centers to deliver accessible, high-quality primary care.

About the Role

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) serves as TPCA's Senior Financial Executive and a key member of the Executive Leadership Team. The CFO holds primary accountability for the organization's financial health, integrity, and long-term sustainability. This includes oversight of all financial operations, federal and state grant management and compliance, budgeting and forecasting, audit management, risk management, and financial reporting to the CEO and Board of Directors.

Responsibilities

• Duty 1: Provide Strategic Financial Leadership
• Duty 2: Oversee Accounting Operations and Financial Controls
• Duty 3: Lead Federal Grant Financial Management and Compliance
• Duty 4: Manage the Annual Audit and Tax Compliance
• Duty 5: Support Contracts, Procurement, and Risk Management
• Duty 6: Provide Financial Technical Assistance to Member Health Centers
• Duty 7: Support TPCA Team, Board Engagement, and Organizational Culture

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field required; Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration (MBA), or Public Administration (MPA) preferred
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation strongly preferred
• Minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible financial management experience, with at least three (3) years in a senior financial leadership role
• Demonstrated experience managing federal grant funds in compliance including indirect cost rate development and single audit preparation
• Nonprofit financial management experience required; experience with FQHCs, community health centers, or health-related associations strongly preferred
• Experience presenting financial information to Boards of Directors and Finance Committees

Skills

• Comprehensive knowledge of nonprofit accounting standards (GAAP/ASC 958), federal grant regulations (2 CFR Part 200), and IRS requirements for 501(c)(3) organizations
• Strong understanding of FQHC funding streams, including HRSA grants, Medicaid/TennCare cost reporting, and value-based payment models preferred
• Exceptional analytical, financial modeling, and strategic planning skills; ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for non-financial audiences
• High degree of integrity, professionalism, and discretion in handling sensitive financial and organizational information
• Strong leadership and team development skills; ability to supervise, motivate, and develop finance staff
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to present financial information clearly to executive leadership, board members, and external stakeholders
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, or comparable platforms) and Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced Excel skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently with minimal supervision, and meet deadlines in a dynamic, mission-driven environment
• Demonstrated commitment to health equity, cultural competence, and the mission of serving medically underserved communities

Benefits

Hybrid work arrangements with half office-based environment at TPCA’s Nashville, Tennessee headquarters

Prolonged periods of sitting, use of computer, monitor, and keyboard

Local, in-state, travel are required to attend site visits, conferences, funder meetings, and board meetings

Occasional lifting of lightweight materials (up to 25 lbs.)

Available to start ASAP