[Remote] Fractional CFO, Remote

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Enkel is building Canada’s most innovative accounting and financial operations firm, focusing on not-for-profit organizations. The CFO will provide strategic financial guidance, lead budgeting processes, and mentor junior finance team members while managing a portfolio of not-for-profit clients. Responsibilities • Act as the senior finance lead for a portfolio of not-for-profit clients, building trusted relationships with executive directors, senior leaders, and boards • Lead board-level and executive-level financial discussions, translating complex financial information into clear, actionable insights • Support clients with annual budgeting, multi-year forecasting, cash flow planning, and scenario analysis • Advise on funder, grant, and restricted funding reporting requirements, including variance analysis and compliance support • Provide strategic guidance on financial sustainability, governance, and financial risk management • Support clients through audits and year-end processes, including liaison with external auditors and advisors • Ensure accurate and compliant financial reporting under ASNPO • Lead complex accounting discussions related to restricted contributions, deferred revenue, fund accounting, and multi-entity structures • Provide expert guidance on sales tax compliance for not-for-profit organizations • Review and oversee financial statements and reporting prepared by Controllers and accounting teams • Provide technical leadership and practical solutions tailored to the not-for-profit sector • Champion cloud-based accounting tools, including QuickBooks Online (QBO), and related ecosystem apps • Identify opportunities to improve reporting, automation, and financial workflows for clients • Oversee the development of dashboards and reporting frameworks to support funders, boards, and management teams • Mentor and develop Controllers and junior finance team members, supporting their technical and professional growth • Review work, provide coaching, and help build strong client-facing skills across the team • Contribute to internal training, best practices, and the continued development of Enkel’s not-for-profit CFO and controllership offerings • Play an active role in scaling the NPO practice as we add 100 new organizations this year Skills • 15 or more years of progressive accounting and finance experience • CPA designation or equivalent recognized accounting designation • Deep expertise in Accounting Standards for Not-for-Profit Organizations (ASNPO) • Experience working in both public accounting and within the accounting or finance department of a not-for-profit organization • Strong experience supporting boards, executive teams, and funders • Proven expertise in sales tax compliance for not-for-profit organizations, including registrations, filings, and rebate recovery • Demonstrated ability to lead budgeting, forecasting, and strategic finance initiatives • Advanced working knowledge of QuickBooks Online (QBO) and cloud accounting ecosystems • A passion for technology-enabled finance and modern service delivery • Proven ability to mentor and develop junior team members • Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex financial concepts clearly and confidently Benefits • Employer-paid benefits for you and your family • Generous paid time off, including vacation and flex days • A collaborative, values-driven culture with regular team events Company Overview • Enkel specializes in payroll, bookkeeping, and accounting back office services for businesses and non-profit organizations. It was founded in 2016, and is headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is https://www.enkel.ca. Apply Now Apply Now