Fast Facts

The Math Learning Center is seeking a strategic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead financial operations and support its mission in enhancing mathematics education for over 80,000 elementary teachers in the U.S.

Responsibilities: Key responsibilities include developing financial strategies, providing financial reporting, overseeing ERP systems, and driving compliance and risk management while leading the finance team.

Skills: Candidates should have expertise in financial management, budget oversight, and financial strategy development, along with experience in ERP systems and compliance.

Qualifications: Preferred qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting, ten years of financial management experience, and CPA certification; experience in senior roles is also desired.

Location: Position is located in Portland, OR, with a hybrid or onsite working arrangement split between Portland and Salem offices.

Compensation: Not provided by employer. Typical compensation ranges for this position are between $150,000 - $250,000.

The Math Learning Center (MLC) is a non-profit education organization with a track record of developing high-quality mathematics programs, including Bridges in Mathematics curriculum. We create materials that engage students, promote classroom community and discourse, and help more than 80,000 elementary teachers across the country deliver effective mathematics instruction.

The opportunity:

We’re seeking a strategic and collaborative Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to guide MLC’s financial future and fuel our mission. The CFO is a key member of the senior leadership team, responsible for ensuring the organization’s financial health, strengthening operations, and aligning resources to support sustainable growth.

This is an opportunity to partner across the organization, drive impact, and expand MLC’s capacity to serve educators and students nationwide. 

This position is based in Oregon. In this hybrid or onsite role, office days are split between our Portland and Salem offices. 

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and implement financial strategies that align with MLC’s mission and goals.
• Partner with leadership to align financial resources with strategic priorities and long-term sustainability.
• Provide clear, timely financial reporting and insights to the Board of Directors and senior leadership.
• Ensure resources are used efficiently and effectively to achieve strategic goals.
• Support efficient procurement, supply chain, and distribution systems.
• Oversee ERP system optimization and leverage data for strong financial decision-making.
• Drive investment, cash management, and risk management strategies.
• Ensure compliance with all audits, reporting, and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and maintain financial forecasting models that support long-term financial planning and decision-making.
• Lead and inspire the finance team, fostering growth, accountability, and collaboration.
• Present financial insights to the CEO, Board of Directors, and Finance Committee.
• Build strong relationships with banks, auditors, vendors, and partners.
• Champion MLC’s values of equity, inclusion, and collaboration in all aspects of financial leadership. 

How you are qualified:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Ten or more years of experience in financial management.
• Five or more years of experience in a senior leadership role (CFO, VP of Finance), including supervising employees.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification is preferred.
• Experience developing and implementing financial strategies, managing budgets, and overseeing financial reporting and compliance.
• Experience with ERP systems, procurement, and materials/shipping operations is a plus.
• Ability to inspire, influence, and guide others towards achieving common goals.
• Commitment to build and maintain inclusive work environments. 

We offer our employees an excellent work environment that includes:

• An emphasis on collaboration, with all staff expected to participate in achieving organizational goals.
• A dedicated team of mission-driven professionals.
• Competitive pay and benefits.
• Paid Time-Off: 12 holidays, 24 additional days PTO, plus a wellness week.
• Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision): Premiums paid at 100% for employees.
• Retirement 401(k) plan.
• Disability and Life Insurance: Employer-paid short-term, long-term, and group life.

The Math Learning Center is an equal opportunity employer. We provide fair and equal opportunities for all employees and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, disability, or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. The Math Learning Center hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.