Chief Financial Officer / Chief Operating Officer (CFO/COO)

Position: Chief Financial Officer / Chief Operating Officer (CFO/COO)

Company: Carbon Measures
Location: Remote – United States
Work Arrangement: Fully Remote, with less than 20% travel
Reporting To: Chief Executive Officer
Employment Type: Full-Time Executive Leadership

About the Organization

Carbon Measures is a global trade association focused on advancing carbon measurement and accounting standards. The organization works to strengthen financial sustainability, operational effectiveness, and long-term strategic development.

The organization is seeking an experienced executive capable of overseeing its financial and operational functions while partnering with the CEO, leadership team, and Board to advance its strategic objectives.

Position Overview

The Chief Financial Officer / Chief Operating Officer will provide executive leadership across the organization's financial management and operational infrastructure.

This dual-function position combines financial strategy, organizational management, resource allocation, governance, and operational improvement. The successful candidate will ensure that financial resources, internal processes, and organizational capabilities support sustainable growth and long-term performance.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Strategy and Management

Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.

Develop and oversee annual operating budgets and financial projections.

Monitor cash flow, financial performance, and resource allocation.

Establish effective financial controls and accountability measures.

Oversee billing, collections, and recognition of membership dues.

Identify financial risks and develop strategies to maintain financial sustainability.

Operational Leadership

Oversee daily business operations and administrative functions.

Translate strategic objectives into actionable operational plans.

Identify operational inefficiencies and implement process improvements.

Establish performance measurement systems and operational KPIs.

Coordinate cross-functional activities to improve organizational effectiveness.

Lead operational transitions involving technology, systems, and organizational structures.

Executive and Board-Level Leadership

Partner with the CEO to implement organizational strategy.

Provide financial and operational recommendations to support executive decisions.

Collaborate with the Board of Directors and Management Advisory Committee.

Prepare financial reports, strategic updates, and performance assessments.

Strengthen governance, accountability, and organizational transparency.

People Management and Organizational Development

Provide executive direction to internal teams and functional leaders.

Strengthen performance management and organizational accountability.

Develop effective organizational structures and workflows.

Support employee development and leadership effectiveness.

Foster a collaborative culture focused on continuous improvement.

Compliance and Risk Management

Oversee financial compliance and internal control procedures.

Maintain relationships with banking institutions and external auditors.

Support regulatory compliance and appropriate financial reporting.

Identify financial and operational risks and implement mitigation strategies.

Ensure organizational policies support effective governance.

Strategic Growth and Organizational Transformation

Partner with executive leadership to develop long-term growth strategies.

Evaluate financial and operational opportunities.

Lead initiatives that improve organizational capacity and service delivery.

Introduce performance indicators to monitor strategic progress.

Support sustainable growth through disciplined financial and operational management.

Candidate Requirements

At least 10 years of progressive experience in senior financial and operational leadership.

Previous experience as a CFO, COO, VP of Finance, Finance Director, or in a comparable executive position.

Strong understanding of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.

Demonstrated experience overseeing business operations and leading teams.

Experience managing relationships with financial institutions, external auditors, and board members.

Strong knowledge of financial governance, compliance, and operational best practices.

Excellent strategic planning, analytical, and organizational leadership capabilities.

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

MBA or equivalent advanced qualification preferred.

CPA certification preferred.